The evolution of mobile gaming has completely transformed our understanding of what it means to game on the go. Gone are the days of simple, point-and-click games that were confined by the hardware and software limitations of mobile devices in the late 2000s and early 2010s. Today, we’re witnessing an era where mobile games have evolved into top-tier gaming experiences. They offer immersive narratives, complex mechanics, stunning graphics, and competitive multiplayer modes—all in the palm of your hand. In the Philippines, mobile gaming has taken a significant leap, becoming a massive cultural ..read more

Crystal of Atlan, the new MMORPG that many gamers have been looking forward to, is now finally available for closed beta testing. Gamers from the UK, Canada, and the Philippines can be one of the first to try out the game for themselves. What is Crystal of Atlan? Crystal of Atlan is a Free-to-Play Action MMORPG from ByteDance or, to quote the game’s website, a “Magipunk Action MMORPG” that will be released for both PC and Mobile while allowing crossplay between those platforms. It features an anime-style aesthetic paired with a smooth fast-paced combat system that is sure to excite many player ..read more

The world of competitive gaming, known as esports, has experienced meteoric growth in recent years. Traditionally, esports was synonymous with PC and console platforms, but a new player has emerged on the scene: mobile gaming. From the early days of computer shops to now being at the palm of our hands, mobile gaming has risen to become a major force in the Philippines’ gaming industry, challenging the conventional perception of esports and paving the way for a new era of competitive play. Mobile Gaming and Competitive Play The Philippines has experienced a seismic shift in gaming culture with ..read more

The world of competitive gaming, known as esports, has experienced meteoric growth in recent years. Traditionally, esports was synonymous with PC and console platforms, but a new player has emerged on the scene: mobile gaming. From the early days of computer shops to now being at the palm of our hands, mobile gaming has risen to become a major force in the Philippines’ gaming industry, challenging the conventional perception of esports and paving the way for a new era of competitive play. Mobile Gaming and Competitive Play The Philippines has experienced a seismic shift in gaming culture with ..read more

Battle royales are some of the most popular games of the past 10 years and Farlight 84 has quickly become one of the fastest rising competitors in the genre.  The popularity of Farlight 84, particularly in the Philippines, rose pretty quickly after it was officially released in April 2023. According to publisher Farlight Games, the new battle royale has already achieved 30 million globally registered users, with over one million daily active players hailing from the Philippines alone. Here’s what this new battle royale is all about and why you should try out Farlight 84. What Is Farlight ..read more

Battle royales are some of the most popular games of the past 10 years and Farlight 84 has quickly become one of the fastest rising competitors in the genre.  The popularity of Farlight 84, particularly in the Philippines, rose pretty quickly after it was officially released in April 2023. According to publisher Farlight Games, the new battle royale has already achieved 30 million globally registered users, with over one million daily active players hailing from the Philippines alone. Here’s what this new battle royale is all about and why you should try out Farlight 84. What Is Farlight ..read more

PLDT wireless unit  Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart) has once again teamed up with Eplayment Entertainment for the seventh season of Liga Adarna, the country’s biggest all-female esports league. With the theme “Bagong Lipad,” the upcoming season of Liga Adarna aims to highlight the exceptional skills and gameplay of Filipina gamers from July 3 to October 29. The highly anticipated seventh season will cover five esports titles, including Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB), Call of Duty Mobile, PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds, and the latest addition, Valorant. This upcoming season, Smart Ome ..read more

Smart GIGA Arena, the country’s first all-in-one esports platform, is celebrating its first anniversary with a one million-strong gaming community through a month-long esports extravaganza.  Open exclusively to Smart and TNT customers, Smart GIGA Arena is an esports platform that lets users match up with fellow players to compete in daily, weekly, and monthly tournaments for prestige and cash prizes.  Anniversary Tournament Cup As a way of giving back and thanking its growing community of hardcore players, casual gamers, and aspiring esports professionals, Smart GIGA Arena’s first-ye ..read more

Level up your game with cool and useful accessories or peripherals that help bring out the best player in you. Whether you’re a PC or a mobile gamer, we’ve got you covered. Read on to see 10 must-have gaming accessories for the best gaming experience. High-speed internet connection For stress-free gaming, make sure you have a high-speed internet connection that can support your online games. If your area supports fiber internet connection, you may want to use it. For mobile gaming, take advantage of SMART’s 5G technology for the fastest data connection so you can enjoy lag-free gaming all day ..read more

NFT games are all the rage today, with titles such as Axie Infinity being incredibly popular in the Philippines. Bulletpunk: BitWars is a new NFT game supported by Smart in partnership with Quiccs. It promises a new way of engaging with digital art by Quiccs, one of the Philippines’ most renowned contemporary artists.   In case you’re unfamiliar with NFTs, here’s everything you need to know about Bulletpunk: BitWars, starting with an explanation of what an NFT is and a rundown of what to expect in the game.  What is an NFT? An NFT or Non-Fungible Token is a unit of data typicall ..read more