Make Meaningful Connections Within The Gaming Industry! Join PGDX!

This coming August 18 to 20, 2023 at SMX Convention Center, Manila, Philippine GameDev Expo (PGDX) will open its doors to the community. Being the first Expo of its kind in the Philippines, the organizers, CBZN and GDAP have announced to bring it all in one roof. From gamers, game developers, to people with similar interests, these communities can expect amazing and spectacular activities and wide business opportunities at PGDX. 

Step into the new space of gaming as Predator’s ‘Meta City’ invades ESGS 2022

The Esports and Gaming Summit (ESGS) 2022 is finally coming back live and in person with a three-day event filled with gaming gear, activities, prizes, and many more from October 28-30 at the SMX Convention Center, Pasay City! 

Predator makes a huge comeback at ESGS as a major sponsor and the gaming hardware brand will have a booth called “Meta City” where gamers and gaming enthusiasts can immerse themselves in the flight and racing simulators, show off their Tekken skills, and join arms with others for combat at Dota 2 and Valorant LAN games. 

UnionDigital and Nexplay Partner Up Investing In Gaming And Online Content

Gaming and Online Content Creation is undeniably rising industries and careers that many would like to be part of it. We have the leading Southeast Asian esports and video game content ecosystem Nexplay,  and UnionDigital Bank, the digital bank entity of UnionBank, have signed an exclusive partnership that aims to offer more convenient digital financial services for Filipino gamers.

“UnionDigital Bank is driven to further empower the Philippines’ digital economy. Our partnership with Nexplay allows us to offer our financial services to today’s Filipino gamers, enabling them more by giving access to a digital bank account. We are looking forward to this collaboration with Nexplay to propel our higher purpose - Tech-ing Up today’s generation of Filipinos, especially gamers,” said Arvie De Vera, Co-founder and CEO of UnionDigital Bank.

Get Ready For CONQuest Festival 2022 This Weekend!

It's time for gaming and tech conventions to come back with CONQuest Festival 2022. happening this July 23-24 , 2022 at the SMX Convention center. 

At CONQuest festival, expect to see the hypest college esports rivalries, famous creators like Kyedae and V33Wise, the latest games and gadgets, amazing cosplay, live music, educational industry panels, endless booths of art and merchandise, and so much more.

Shopee Partners with Top Brands to Level Up the Gaming Experience For Everyone

From July 9 to 16, users can enjoy up to 70% off on top gaming products and deals from Smart, Razer Gold, Logitech, and more

Shopee, the leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan, teams up with top gaming brands to provide users with an exciting and seamless gaming experience through the Shopee Gamers’ Festival. From July 9 to 16, Shopee’s biggest gaming week brings together all kinds of gamers through various in-app activities such as exciting deals, promotions on gaming credits and mobile data, and an engaging stream on Shopee Live sponsored by Smart. 

PayMaya launches new all-in-one gaming experience with PlayMaya

In this photo (top to bottom): Eason De Guzman,
 Marketing Lead of realme Philippines;
Pilut Montes, Center Head/ Assistant Vice President
Go-To-Market & Subscriber Management of Smart;
Rolando Conejos, Jr., Director of PayMaya Branch
of Smart Padala; (left to right): Carla Lizardo,Event host; Cong TV,
PlayMaya Ambassador; and Heidi Garayblas,
Head of Growth Marketing Partnerships of PayMaya. 

PayMaya launches the PlayMaya Tournament, the country’s nationwidest e-sports tournament, together with Smart Padala, co-presented by realme, and in partnership with Smart. Teams from all over the Philippines will battle it out in Mobile Legends, PUBG Mobile and Call of Duty Mobile, to win from the prize pool of P2,000,000 per game. 

Digital financial services leader PayMaya continues to empower the digital life of Filipinos as it launches PlayMaya, its newest trailblazing in-app service that will bring everyone's gaming experience to the next level through cashless convenience and exciting rewards.

PlayMaya opens up a whole new world of gaming to millions of avid gamers nationwide. Customers get exclusive access to exciting deals and cashback rewards for in-game purchases and soon, to over 290 digital gaming products, free mini games to play, and curated content from their favorite gaming personalities, all within the PayMaya app.

Here’s What To Get Your Gamer Friends For Christmas

Authentic gaming products on Shopee are on sale up to 66% off this November 16-22!

Got friends and loved ones who got into gaming during the pandemic? Allow them to enjoy their newfound hobby by getting them gaming products for Christmas!

But it’s tricky coming up with gifts for gaming enthusiasts if you understand nothing about the hobby yourself. Check out these gift ideas to make Christmas shopping for the gamer in your life a breeze. From November 16 to 22, Shopee is offering deals up to 66% off on authentic gaming products. 

Start Your Streaming Career With Authentic Gaming Products Up To 54% Off

Get your game on with these fantastic deals on Shopee from October 26 to November 2

Ready to make your streaming debut? Shopee is having an awesome sale that pros and aspiring gamers alike will surely enjoy. From October 26 to November 2, you can look forward to up to 54% off on top gaming products and brands, plus other promotions. 

Here are ten gaming items you should check out on Shopee’s Weekly Tech Top 10: 

Acer Remains On Top of the PC, Consumer, and Gaming Space in the Philippines

In the midst of many challenges and competition today, Acer remains the top laptop brand for consumer and gaming mobile computer in the Philippines amid the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic, according to the recent market research by a third-party firm.

As most businesses stopped or slowed down their operations due to strict quarantine measures imposed in April and May, the Taiwanese multinational hardware and electronics firm continues to hold its top spot despite the growing demand for notebook laptops in the Philippine market as students and workers expected a digital shift in their activities in quarter 3 of 2020. 

Smart, Moonton bring Mobile Legends: Bang Bang Pro League Season 6 with top PH teams

Mobile services provider Smart Communications, Inc. continues to strengthen its presence in the esports scene by powering the latest season of Mobile Legends: Bang Bang Professional League (MPL) Season 6, which is set to run every weekend from Aug. 21 to Oct. 18, 2020.

Ten teams are participating in the country’s largest mobile esports league, including Aura-PH, Onic-PH, BREN Esports, Execration, The Smart Omega Team, Blacklist International, BSB, Blu Fire Cignal Ultra and NXP Solid, which battle it out for the lion's share of the prize pool worth over Php 6 million in cash and freebies.

Because Gamers Deserve A Great Gaming Monitor

Gaming is a dedicated investment to its players. From the type of PC and its components, to the furniture such as tables and chairs should be specially designed for long hours of gaming and other functions. And it's really a challenge to build up that perfect gaming set which includes all the elements of hardware, software and accessories. Most likely it is in the hardware that comes in various amounts depending on the performance of those items. 

Once you have the PC set up, you should not also forget the role of a good gaming monitor. Since graphics comes in different degrees which can also affect the performance of the player, regular monitors would not be enough or compatible to deliver the clear graphic details of the game. 

Ground Zero Esports Lounge: Bringing the premier gaming experience to North Metro Manila

Ground Zero Esports Lounge, located in Xentro Mall, Antipolo aims to be the one-stop-shop for the gamer looking for a high-end gaming experience with premier amenities. Given the exponential rise of gaming and esports in the mainstream here in the Philippines, the need for spaces where gamers can congregate has also increased, and the local cybercafé industry needs to step up their game to keep up with the demands of their clientele. With impressive PC specs, wide-ranging dining options and an upscale ambiance, Ground Zero is the perfect hangout for gamers and non-gamers alike.

A Weekend of Thrilling E-Sports Action at Globe Conquerors Manila 2018

Globe At Home kicks off FREE internet for League of Legends with HomeSurf promos

Thousands of gaming fanatics flocked to the Mall of Asia Arena last August 18-19 for the country's biggest League of Legends event, Globe Conquerors Manila 2018! Presented by Globe and Garena, the major esports tournament saw 8 teams from Philippines, Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore, and Indonesia battle it out to become the best team in Southeast Asia. Gamers were also treated to the new HomeSurf promo of free internet for gaming from Globe At Home!

Indonesia’s UniPin Ventures into Southeast Asian Gaming Market

UniPin Online Game Voucher, Indonesia’s  biggest and most favorable brand in the Indonesian online gaming industry strengthen its presence in the Southeast Asian Gaming Market by venturing into the Philippines.

Today the online game market for the Southeast Asian gaming industry is experiencing a tremendous growth and this has motivated UniPin to a new chapter in its digital journey to move its expansion to the Philippines  to cater to the growing online gamers of this region. Demand in the online gaming market further geared us to develop and build the greatest gaming community for this region, in particular to provide a regional eSports platform for the local Philippines gamers to connect with Southeast Asia gaming communities and to support the creation of a healthy eSports lifestyle among the young generation.

ASUS Republic Of Gamers (ROG) Officially Announces ROG Masters 2016 Gaming Tournament Philippine Qualifiers for DOTA 2 and CS:GO‏

ASUS Republic of Gamers (ROG), the world’s undisputed no.1 gaming brand opens ROG Master 2016 Philippine qualifiers to professional gamers and enthusiasts.

ASUS Republic of Gamers (ROG) the world’s undisputed no.1 gaming brand is proud to announce that the ROG Masters 2016 Philippine qualifiers is now open for registrations for both DOTA 2 and Counter-Strike: Global Offensive (CS:GO). The ROG Masters is an action-packed and exciting gaming event that challenges both professional gamers and enthusiasts to show what they got in terms of strategy and tactics in games like DOTA 2 and CS:GO. The ROG Masters is considered as one of Asia’s largest eSports tournament with a grand prize amounting to $200,000 for the world championship and PHP 115,000 for local qualifiers.

Eye protection for gamers

Gamers spend an average of 5 hours a day in front of a computer, and with the long hours spent online—building armies and forts or destroying opponents in the battlefield –gamers are most prone to a common eye disorder called digital strain.

Digital strain is a condition caused by prolonged exposure to harmful blue light emitted from the excessive use of digital devices such as computers, laptops, tablets and smart phones. It is characterized by symptoms such as constant headaches, eye fatigue, redness and blurred vision. If left untreated, digital strain may lead to more serious eye disorders like retinal damage, which can contribute to age-related macular degeneration (AMD).

XSTIG: AMD New Processors Launched

Its time to get an upgrade, and with most of us having a lot of tasks to do and love to play hard on their computers, the need for fast response, multi-functional, and efficient parts are needed especially the processor. 

With most of us not really into the technical details of the computers, which most buyers would just look on external factors in buying one, we should also know how to make our computers better with the right parts. Its actually not that complicated. Like the basics of computers, aside from the input and output devices (ie. keyboard, mouse, monitor), the most important part of the computer is the PROCESSOR. Considered as the "heart" of the computer as it performs millions to billions of computations to keep up with the task the user demands. 

GMA New Media Inc. forms a Joint Venture with Manila Jockey Club to Create Technology-Based Services for Sports and Recreational Gaming

GMA New Media, Inc. (GMA NMI), a subsidiary of GMA Network, Inc., and the Manila Jockey Club, Inc. (MJC), recently signed the Shareholders' Agreement for Gamespan, a joint venture that aims to transform sports participation and recreational gaming into technology-based services.  The JV company aims to propagate the gaming experience through multiple platforms such as mobile, web and other emerging technologies, and develop derivatives-based games.  Standing from left to right are Judd I. Gallares, President and COO, GMA NMI, Felipe S. Yalong, EVP and Chief Financial Officer, GMA Network; Gilberto R. Duavit, President and COO, GMA Network;  Atty. Felipe L. Gozon, Chairman and CEO, GMA Network; Atty. Alfonso Reyno, Jr., Chairman and President, MJC; Atty. Alfonso Reyno III, EVP and COO, MJC; Dr. Dante Morales, Director, MJC; and Atty. Ferdinand Domingo, Corporate Secretary, MJC.