Gaming TV network VENN gets a new trailer and confirms several new shoes ahead of its launch next month. The network was announced in April, as its founders said they planned to make VENN a 24/7 gaming and entertainment network with 55 hours of fresh content a week once it had launched fully.
In a launch trailer, VENN confirmed that its programming would be available beginning August 5, 2020. Viewers will be able to watch VENN content on YouTube, Twitch, and "more" for free at launch. Some of the shows that fans can expect are VENN Arcade Live which seems to be all about the gaming community, news show The Download, streamer-focused program Guest House, Grey Area which is an advice show hosted by Sasha Grey and Dumbfoundead, challenge show Dare Package, fitness program Looking for Gains, and The Sushi Dragon Show, which seems to be an odd comedy show.
While VENN's presenters may not be ubiquitous, household names, they're plenty famous to gamers. Grey Area host Sasha Grey is a hugely popular streamer and has spoken about being recognized in real life. Actor and YouTuber Jimmy Wong is also well-known and has been part of Wizards of the Coast's Magic: The Gathering announcements.
It's unclear if any of this will be enough to stop VENN turning out like Quibi, another new streaming effort. With big names and a decision to use platforms like Twitch, over a new platform of its own creation, VENN could potentially be a success.