The Spanish player, part of the Vodafone Giants and Red Bull team, reflects on the present and future of the Arc System Works title in our country.
Shanks is one of the most recognizable names on the scene of fighting games in Spain; especially in Dragon Ball FighterZ. It is on its own merits. His participation in EVO 2019, where he signed a historic Top-4, as well as the victory in many national and international tournaments and recurring presence in the final phases, have elevated Joan ‘Shanks’ Namay to a prestigious position. Recently, the Red Bull and Vodafone Giants player visited the Red Bull Gaming Mixtape video game show to reflect on the role of the Spanish scene.
“People were freaking out with the fans and the public. I am very happy with that “
Professional athlete, his seniority allows him to have a global vision of Spain compared to other countries on the globe. “In general, in the other communities, whether American, Japanese or European, they are amazed by the number of people and the type of hobby we have, which makes them love it.” In fact, he believes that the current position of Spain is no coincidence, it has been carved over time by both players and the zeal of the fans in person and online. There is a public that demands these tournaments.
Red Bull Gaming Mixtape | Image: Jacobo Medrano
“In Spain we have earned our space in Dragon Ball FighterZ”. Shanks recalls that “recently the event that took place here [en Madrid] of the Saga of Red Bull Dragon Ball FighterZ, which was a world-class tournament in which Americans, Japanese and from all sides came, that people were freaking out with the fans and the public. I’m very happy with that. “
But Shanks is exceptional for another reason. The player is the first fighting athlete in the history of Red Bull Spain: “A few months ago I joined Red Bull and for me it was a huge leap. If I already knew that I had the potential to be the best in the world, now I know that I also have the means ”. Joining the energy drink firm is allowing him to pursue his passion without all the headaches.
Red Bull Gaming Mixtape is one of the new programs on the grid this season by Red Bull Spain. With a monthly frequency, it is presented by Víctor Martínez and has the collaboration of personalities such as Chuso Montero, Mery Solider, Edu Verz and KNekro. Shanks was the first guest on Wednesday. Said first episode can be seen delayed here.
