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PUBG Mobile continues steady rise in Philippines

PUBG: Mobile has been a steady shooting game that Filipinos have been playing since its release back in 2018. Since then, the game has had Filipino-centric initiatives in 2022.

Sibol exec wants improved conditions for women in esports

Esports has once been dubbed as a male-dominant industry, both in competitions and within top positions in different related organizations. Recent years have seen a shift in the role of women in the industry but like in traditional sports, the change is considered minimal, and more could be done.

AP Bren chooses Brody for M5 skin, Paquito for first Finals MVP skin

Moonton Games announced that AP Bren has chosen the M5 championship skin, which the team will co-design with the game developer, Marksman hero Brody.

Rejigged rosters mark MPL Philippines Season 13

The coming 13th season of the Mobile Legends Bang Bang Professional League (MPL) Philippines has seen some of the biggest roster changes since the league adapted a franchise format back in Season 8.

Filipina voice talent makes mark in international esports scene

Mika Fabella is no stranger to the world stage, having been part of the talent pool for the Wild Rift Icons Global Championship in 2022.

iAcademy sees Filipinos thriving at game development

Academy recently held a media day to showcase its Makati campus’ world-class curriculum in the areas of computing, business and design, vowing to be at the forefront of these industries even with the rise of technologies such as artificial intelligence and virtual reality.

Donny Pangilinan says 'GG' made him respect gamers more

Kapamilya actor Donny Pangilinan revealed that playing Seth in the movie “GG” or “Good Game” made him appreciate gamers. 

Team Secret ready for VCT Pacific Kickoff

Fresh from winning the Asia Pacific Predator League last January 14, the lone Filipino team in the Valorant Champions Tour (VCT) Pacific, Team Secret, is ready to go head to head with the region’s top squads in the league’s second year.

More offline Valorant events expected in first half of 2024

Riot Games Philippines has showcased a new weapon added to Valorant's standard weapons since the game launched back in 2020.

Team Secret relishes chance to play in front of home crowd

Last Sunday, Team Secret was finally able to lift a trophy in front of a home crowd after winning the Asia-Pacific Predator League for Valorant.

Predator League showcases best of Filipino esports, OPM in sold-out weekend

The Asia Pacific Predator League over the weekend saw a unique celebration not just of esports, but also of Filipino artists as the grand finals featured a combination of intense esports clashes with top performances from different local artists.

Blacklist Rivalry just getting started with Predator League win

Blacklist Rivalry's win at the Asia-Pacific Predator League last Sunday is just the beginning for the team as it sets it sights on the 2024 season.

Yearender: 'Taon Ng Tagumpay' cements Philippine esports legacy

Achievements defined esports in 2023 as both the Philippines’ esports team, Sibol, and local professional esports teams secured numerous esports accolades throughout the year.
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