French banking group Societe Generale has teamed up with Mastercard to roll out a payment card, which will provide exclusive advantages to gaming enthusiasts in France.

Under the collaboration, the duo will launch the special edition League of Legends Card.

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Mastercard is serving as the exclusive “payment services” partner for global League of Legends sports events, which is said to be one of the most popular esport events across the globe.

The French bank is one of the sponsors of the Gamers Origin, a professional League of Legends team.

The new limited-edition card will provide cardholders with up to 30% discounts on shopping of material, by-products and spin-off products as well as for the rental of gaming material.

Additionally, the cardholders can avail League of Legends coaching sessions with Gamers Origin’s professional players.

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Furthermore, the cardholders can visit the Gamers Origin training centre and see matches of League of Legends French League onsite.

Moreover, participants, through the Mastercard “Priceless” programme, can win VIP access to the World Championship final in November in Paris.

Mastercard France country manager Solveig Honoré Hatton said: “Mastercard is one of the first global brands to take a big step forward in the world of eSports on a worldwide level.

“We are delighted in France to partner with Société Générale for the launch of the first League of Legends card in France that offers its cardholders unprecedented priceless experiences.”