GUANGZHOU, China, Feb. 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- HUYA Inc. ("Huya" or the "Company") (NYSE:HUYA), a leading game-related entertainment and services provider, today announced that Jian "Uzi" Zihao, a former top-tier professional League of Legends player widely recognized for his competitive achievements in the global e-sports industry, will return to the Huya platform commencing with a special live stream scheduled for February 3.

Uzi's return underscores Huya's growing appeal as a preferred destination for top-tier e-sports talent. Huya has consistently demonstrated its ability to attract and support leading and rising streamers, fostering an environment that nurtures long-term engagement between streamers and their audiences. The return of prominent streamers and the increasing recognition of Huya's streamer network across various content platforms further strengthens Huya's position within the gaming and live streaming industry.

As a gaming-focused live streaming platform, Huya differentiates itself from generalist platforms by offering specialized support for gaming content creators. With a comprehensive portfolio of licensed e-sports tournaments, self-produced events, and a large gaming fan base, Huya has cultivated an ecosystem that enables content creators to produce high-quality broadcasts and fosters the sustainable growth of its game-related businesses.

About HUYA Inc.

HUYA Inc. is a leading game-related entertainment and services provider. Huya delivers dynamic live streaming and video content and a rich array of services spanning games, e-sports, and other interactive entertainment genres to a large, highly engaged community of game enthusiasts. Huya has cultivated a robust entertainment ecosystem powered by AI and other advanced technologies, serving users and partners across the gaming universe, including game companies, e-sports tournament organizers, broadcasters and talent agencies. Leveraging this strong foundation, Huya has also expanded into innovative game-related services, such as game distribution, in-game item sales, advertising and more. Huya continues to extend its footprint in China and abroad, meeting the evolving needs of gamers, content creators, and industry partners worldwide.

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For investor and media inquiries, please contact:

In China:

HUYA Inc.

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In the United States:

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Brandi Piacente

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E-mail: huya@tpg-ir.com

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Huya Announces Return of E-sports Icon Uzi, Underscoring Huya's Growing Appeal to Top Streamers