The leaks became public after one of the members started reposting them on another, larger, Discord server. Rokkr Regiment members can hop on and talk, organize and play games.Ī similar, albeit private, Discord channel became big news back in April, after a Massachusetts National Guard service member was arrested for leaking classified Pentagon documents that were shared inside of a private Discord server. The Rokkr Regiment also provides a Discord server, an instant messaging platform where users can communicate directly via text or in-voice calls. Esports at University of North Dakota are leveling up.MSU Mankato takes video gaming to the next level.Minnesota’s first all-women pro esports team wants to reshape gaming culture.Next generation video games, diverse characters score big with Minnesota gamers.So, it’s been wonderful to see how that comes to life.” “With those who are into gaming and play Call of Duty, there really is this natural tie of those characteristics. “There is, I think, with the military such an incredible amount of camaraderie, and grit, and love of competition and also gaming,” Legein said. She says the program builds connection between members whether they’re veterans or active duty.

The program is based on a shared love for video games, specifically around “Call of Duty.”Īng Legein was until recently Minnesota Rokkr’s marketing director. Anyone enlisted or a veteran can join for free and get access to online tournaments and community events. Launched in 2021 the Rokkr Regiment has more than 900 members all over the country. “You know, that just makes us who we are in the military.” “It provides something that we were all kind of long in the sense of that teamwork, competitive nature,” Sabakte said. The Minnesota Rokkr is a professional e-sports organization, and Rokkr Regiment is its program for active servicemembers and veterans. For almost a year, he’s been competing in its Call of Duty tournaments. A longtime gamer himself he was delighted, on his return from his tour, to find Jackson’s deepening interest in gaming, and the gaming community.Įncouraged by Jackson, Sabakte joined the Minnesota Rokkr Regiment. Sabakte spent 2020 deployed in the Horn of Africa.

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