GCL's Strategic Expansion in Asia: Epicsoft Asia-Led Acquisition of Ban Leong Finalized

Transforming Gaming Distribution Across the Region

On August 25, 2025, GCL Global Holdings Ltd (NASDAQ: GCL) announced the completion of a landmark acquisition that reshapes the gaming hardware and distribution landscape in Asia. Through its wholly-owned subsidiary Epicsoft Asia Pte. Ltd., the company has successfully concluded the compulsory acquisition of Ban Leong Technologies Limited, marking a watershed moment in the integration of content, hardware, and logistics across the region. The delisting from the Singapore Stock Exchange takes effect on August 26, 2025.

Building an Integrated Gaming Ecosystem

The strategic consolidation positions GCL to construct a fully integrated gaming ecosystem spanning content creation, hardware distribution, and consumer channels. Sebastian Toke, Group CEO of GCL, emphasized the transformative potential: “Today we celebrate the completion of this milestone and officially welcome Ban Leong’s talented team to the GCL family. The combination of our strengths is expected to unlock significant synergies—from operational efficiencies and economies of scale to new revenue streams and expanded sales channels.”

The acquisition opens pathways for innovative product combinations, including branded gaming devices pre-installed with GCL game titles, enhanced B2C offerings for gaming peripherals and PC components, and joint infrastructure deployment to support commercialization of the gaming portfolio.

Ban Leong’s Market Position and Distribution Network

Ban Leong brings nearly three decades of established market presence and operational excellence to the combined entity. As a premier technology distributor throughout Asia, the company maintains authorization agreements with over 50 globally recognized brands, including Razer, Nvidia, Samsung, Huawei, TP-Link, and LG.

The company’s multi-channel distribution architecture encompasses e-commerce platforms, traditional retail stores, chain retail operations, and direct B2B relationships with corporate resellers and system integrators. Complementing this network, Ban Leong operates dedicated service centers in Singapore, Malaysia, and Thailand, ensuring comprehensive technical support and repair infrastructure across key markets.

Unlocking Growth Opportunities

Ronald Teng, Managing Director of Ban Leong, articulated the vision for the combined entity: “This acquisition marks a significant milestone in our 30-year journey, enabling us to leverage GCL’s global ecosystem, expertise, and distribution network to accelerate growth. Together, we look forward to driving innovation, expanding our market presence, and delivering technology solutions that empower businesses and enrich lives across Asia.”

Through Epicsoft Asia, GCL gains a robust foundation for expanding its gaming hardware offerings and penetrating deeper into Southeast Asian markets. The combination aligns consumer electronics distribution expertise with gaming content development, creating a vertically integrated model previously unavailable to either entity independently.

About the Companies

GCL Global Holdings Ltd leverages diverse digital and physical content portfolios to bridge cultures by introducing Asian-developed intellectual property to global audiences across consoles, PCs, and streaming platforms. Epicsoft Asia Pte. Ltd., operating under GCL’s subsidiary structure, functions as a premier distributor of interactive entertainment software with demonstrated success in game launches across Taiwan, Hong Kong, and Southeast Asia.

Ban Leong Technologies Limited, incorporated in 1993 and listed on Singapore’s Main Board in 2005, specializes in wholesale distribution of computer peripherals, accessories, and multimedia products across multiple segments including IT accessories, gaming, multimedia, smart technology, and commercial solutions. The company maintains headquarters in Singapore with regional operations spanning Malaysia and Thailand.