The new Melee app from Imgur is out now on iOS.
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Imgur, the image website known best for being a hub for memes, released a new app filled with gaming content. Melee is available on iOS devices as of Thursday and will be chock full of pictures, gifs and videos of the most popular games. It will also contain news, esports events content and updates from popular streamers.
“We know that Imgurians are passionate about gaming,” said Alan Schaaf, founder of Imgur, in a press release Thursday. “Gaming is one of the most popular topics on Imgur, with nearly half of our 300 million users following gaming-related tags. We believe that Melee will provide an even richer experience for our existing community of gamers, while also presenting an opportunity to attract new audiences across the globe.”
We’re excited to announce a brand new, gaming-focused and community-powered app made by Imgur — it’s called Melee. Watch highlights, videos, and memes from your favorite games and share your own amazing in-game moments. It’s available for iPhone today! https://t.co/fGVapv9JU1 pic.twitter.com/1x61TlgO2p
— Imgur (@imgur) December 5, 2019
App users will be able to follow game developers and individuals gamers to get the latest updates. There’s also a ranking of the popular games on the app whether it’s Fortnite or Modern Warfare.
Melee is available in the Apple App Store. An Android version will launch in early 2020.
Originally published on Dec. 5, 12:05 p.m. PT.
Update, 12:19 p.m. PT: Adds more background info.