Smart and Dark League Studios join forces to further grow Esports in the Philippines

PLDT wireless subsidiary Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart) has teamed up with Esports event management and production team, Dark League Studios (DLS) to further advance Esports and empower aspiring gamers from the grassroots to level up to the pro leagues and become national athletes.

Smart and DLS will also work together to bring more exciting and immersive gaming experiences through the Smart GIGA Arena, the country's first all-in-one Esports platform that offers tournament experience to amateur players of popular games including Mobile Legends: Bang Bang, Call of Duty Mobile, Player's Unknown Battleground, and League of Legends Wild Rift.

The partnership will allow Smart to further grow GIGA Arena in terms of the number of tournaments, onboarding of game developers, and provide consumer centric activities within the platform.

Since its launch in 2022, Smart GIGA Arena has hosted over 2 million users in nearly 1,000 tournaments, offering more than PHP 4.2 million in prizes.

Through this partnership, Smart and DLS have also committed to work closely and collaborate with the Philippine Esports Organization (PeSo) to adopt industry best practices and maintain the highest standards of integrity.

Both Smart and DLS are gearing up to engage more Filipino gamers with new tournaments and enhanced features on the GIGA Arena platform.

Smart and Dark League Studios join forces to further grow Esports in the Philippines

PLDT wireless subsidiary Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart) has teamed up with Esports event management and production team, Dark League Studios (DLS) to further advance Esports and empower aspiring gamers from the grassroots to level up to the pro leagues and become national athletes.

Smart and DLS will also work together to bring more exciting and immersive gaming experiences through the Smart GIGA Arena, the country's first all-in-one Esports platform that offers tournament experience to amateur players of popular games including Mobile Legends: Bang Bang, Call of Duty Mobile, Player’s Unknown Battleground, and League of Legends Wild Rift.

Join the #MonsterNation! Exciting promotions await Monster Gaming fans!

Calling all #PureMonsterGamers! Monster Gaming Philippines continues to celebrate the rise of the Pinoy Esports scene with awesome promotions this June!

With the right gaming gear, gamers get to train and master new skills and it enables them to gain more confidence in playing! Whether you’re a gamer, a streamer, or an aspiring Esports athlete –Monster Gaming has the perfect gadget for you!

United City FC Unveils Esports Division as ‘UCFC Esports’

United City FC to become the First Philippines Football Club entering Esports

United City Football Club (FC), the current four-time defending champion in the Philippine Football League (PFL) and slated to participate in the AFC Champions League 2021, unveils its esports division dubbed as "UCFC Esports." This initiative is a testament to UCFC's commitment to be the best of the best in Asia; whether it be on the football field or a professional gaming environment, ultimately, this expansion stays true to UCFC's mission of inspiring the next generation of fans and followers of professional sports.

Biggest Philippine Esports movers and makers unite, await POC accreditation

Prominent local stakeholders enter strategic partnership under PeSO to elevate Philippine Esports

The largest and most credible esports companies and personalities in the Philippines have come together under the revamped banner of the Philippine Esports Organization (PeSO). Backed by telecommunications giant, Smart Communications, PEsO is comprised of the most recognizable names in Philippine esports – Bren Esports, Gariath Concepts, Mineski Philippines, The Nationals, PlayBook Esports, Tier One Entertainment, TV5, and TNC Holdings.

Taiwan Excellence 2019 ESports Cup Brings Gamers And Tech Fans Together

With the growing ESports culture and community in the Philippines, Taiwanese brands provide the power and performance that gamers need for their games like Counter-Strike: Global Offensive (CS:GO) and League of Legends (LoL) which are played by millions worldwide. Taiwan Excellence awknowleges the impact and values of ESports with a special ESports Cup held at The Block SM North EDSA.

The three-day event was held from October 4-6 with different schedules of games and activties that gives a diverse experience of product exhibits, games, and even cosplay cospetitions. The first day are set for CS:GO games, the second day are for LOL, and the last day is the cosplay competition.

Nimo TV continues to provide exciting content as the Rules of Survival

Nimo TV Philippine Champions League S1 playoffs began streaming last December 1 and 2, 2018.

From over 300 squads who tried their luck in the country's biggest Rules of Survival tournament, 45 squads proved their worth to a spot in the playoffs happened in Mineski Infinity Taft, Cubao, and Morayta.  As the excitement rises, fans and game enthusiasts can also join the fun by watching it live via Nimo TV.

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.