Partnership to feature the long-standing mobile card game across social media and hit YouTube series
San Mateo, CA – August 18, 2026 – Zynga Inc., a wholly-owned publishing label of Take-Two Interactive (NASDAQ: TTWO) and a global leader in interactive entertainment, today announced a collaboration between its popular card title Spades Plus and NBA All-Star Anthony Edwards. The partnership brings together one of basketball’s brightest stars with one of the largest digital Spades communities, celebrating the culture, competition, and connection that define the game. The collaboration will include exclusive promotional content, social media activations, and inclusion in Edwards’ popular YouTube series “Year 6 with Anthony”, bringing fans closer to both the player and the game.
As part of the collaboration, Spades Plus will be featured in Edwards’ popular YouTube series, “Year 6 with Anthony,” giving fans an inside look at how he enjoys the game and introducing millions of basketball fans to the Spades experience.
Watch the spot here: https://youtu.be/6KY6_tovVpo
“Anthony’s passion, competitive spirit, and genuine connection with our community make him the perfect partner to welcome to the Spades family,” said Buğra Koç, General Manager, Zynga Casual Cards Studio. “Through this collaboration, we hope to introduce even more players to the game while celebrating the culture that has made Spades so special.”
Spades has long been more than just a card game; it is a tradition shared among friends, families, and communities. With millions of players worldwide, Spades Plus remains the premier destination for those seeking authentic multiplayer gameplay, live events, tournaments, and connection with a vibrant global community of enthusiasts.
For more information, visit www.spadesplus.com and watch “Year 6 with Anthony” on YouTube at /www.youtube.com/@AnthonyEdwards. For supporting assets, please click here.
Spades Plus is free to download across iOS and Android platforms and offers in-app purchases (including paid random items).
Zynga is a wholly-owned publishing label of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc.
About Anthony Edwards
Anthony Edwards is a multi-time NBA All-Star, Olympic Gold Medalist, and the dynamic franchise cornerstone for the Minnesota Timberwolves. Drafted first overall in the 2020 NBA Draft, Edwards has quickly established himself as one of the most electrifying and elite shooting guards in basketball. Known for his explosive athleticism, elite scoring acumen, charisma, and relentless competitive spirit, he has consistently driven his team to postseason success and cemented his status as a global face of the sport.
Off the court, Edwards is a passionate community leader and the founder of Don’t Follow the Wave (DFTW). Driven by his personal mantra of forging one’s own path, DFTW is dedicated to educating, exposing, and empowering young people and student-athletes. The nonprofit provides free, transformative career development programs, hands-on mentorship, and community-focused initiatives designed to broaden access to opportunities and inspire the next generation to achieve their full potential beyond sports. Further expanding his footprint in entertainment and storytelling, Edwards, alongside Justin Holland and Dontre McCain, serves as a co-founder of Three Fifths Media, an award-winning production company dedicated to developing authentic, original content and elevating compelling stories across film, television, and digital platforms.
ABOUT SPADES PLUS
Spades Plus is one of the world’s leading mobile Spades games, offering an authentic multiplayer experience to millions of players worldwide. Developed by Zynga’s Card & Board Studio, also home to Backgammon Plus™ and Gin Rummy Plus™, the game brings together friends and players through competitive gameplay, social features, and regular live events.
ABOUT ZYNGA INC.
Zynga is a global leader in interactive entertainment with a mission to connect the world through games and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (NASDAQ: TTWO). With massive global reach in more than 175 countries and regions, the combined diverse portfolio of popular game franchises has been downloaded more than 10 billion times on mobile, including Color Block Jam, CSR2™, Empires & Puzzles™, Game of Thrones: Legends™, Game of Thrones Slots Casino™, Golf Rival™, Harry Potter: Puzzles & Spells™, Hit it Rich! Casino™, Match Factory!™, Merge Dragons!™, Toon Blast™, Toy Blast™, Wizard of Oz Slots Casino™, Words With Friends™, and Zynga Poker™. Founded in 2007, Zynga is headquartered in California with locations in North America, Europe, and Asia. For more information, visit www.zynga.com or follow Zynga on X, Instagram, Facebook, or the Zynga blog
About Take-Two Interactive Software
Headquartered in New York City, Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. is a leading developer, publisher, and marketer of interactive entertainment for consumers around the globe. We develop and publish products principally through Rockstar Games, 2K, and Zynga. Our strategy is to create hit entertainment experiences, delivered on every platform relevant to our audience through a variety of sound business models. Our pillars – creativity, innovation, and efficiency – guide us as we strive to create the highest quality, most captivating experiences for our consumers. The Company’s common stock is publicly traded on NASDAQ under the symbol TTWO.
For more corporate and product information, please visit our website at http://www.take2games.com.