Qiddiya and MOONTON Expand Global Partnership to Grow Mobile Legends: Bang Bang Esports Worldwide

International gaming developer and publisher, MOONTON Games, and Qiddiya City, a global destination for entertainment, sports, and culture, today announced an extension of their partnership to bring elevated experiences to the Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB) tournaments to audiences worldwide. This extension further strengthens Qiddiya’s commitment to help grow the esports ecosystems of one of the world’s most popular mobile games. 

Qiddiya City will bring online and offline activations in the M6 World Championship as the Global Presenting Partner, and premier MLBB Professional Leagues namely MPL MENA Seasons 5 and 6 and MPL Indonesia Seasons 13 and 14, as the Official Sponsor. The activations include the Qiddiya Play of the Day, which identifies and revisits the best in-game plays from any game through curated replays, and the Qiddiya Legends Award, which commemorates outstanding players and performances at the MPL Indonesia and MPL MENA. 

Creators Christian Linke and Alex Yee Confirm Upcoming Season Is Final Chapter of Award-Winning Series

Calling all Piltovans & Zaunites! Today, Netflix and Riot Games debuted the Teaser, along with new images, for the Second and Final Chapter of ARCANE. 

“Arcane is just the beginning of our larger storytelling journey and partnership with the wonderful animation studio that is Fortiche," said Christian Linke during a League Dev Update that went live earlier today. "From the very beginning, since we started working on this project, we had a very specific ending in mind, which means the story of Arcane wraps up with this second season. But Arcane is just the first of many stories that we want to tell in Runeterra.”

Mobile Legends: Bang Bang Mid Season Cup (MSC) 2024 launches on 28 June 2024 at Esports World Cup

Revealed: full schedule, tournament format, in-game activities, and a new Epic skin for Valentina

The inaugural MSC 2024 Wild Card stage will take place from 28 to 30 June, with eight (8) teams divided into two groups to play a single round-robin best-of-one (BO1) match.

MSC 2024 tickets are now available via WeBook. Starting today and continuing until 2 July, the Regular Ticket, Finals Ticket, and Game Pass will have a 20% early bird discount. Moreover, an Eid Al-Adha promo or a 30% discount applies to the tickets from 15 to 19 June 2024.

Zino Lilies clinches MWI Mekong Qualifier crown, goes to Riyadh for MWI 2024

Zino Lilies successfully clinched the Mobile Legends: Bang Bang Women's Invitational (MWI) Mekong Qualifier title and bested other teams from Laos and Thailand. In the best-of-five grand finals match against Team PG, the Vietnamese squad showcased their mastery of the game and dominantly edged out the contender to punch their ticket to the upcoming MWI 2024. 

Held at Vientiane Center Lao, the Grand Finals event saw more than 500 on-site spectators and onlookers who showed their support for the participating teams from Laos, Thailand, and Vietnam. 

Get set for the highly anticipated Project NEXT battlefield changes in Mobile Legends: Bang Bang!

Get your squad ready for the next evolution of mobile multiplayer online battle arena (MOBA) gameplay with the revamp of the equipment system and more in Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB)! Casual players and hardcore esports fans are in for an exciting time of change, with new features such as the evolution of the equipment system, gameplay rework, and Project NEXT activities set to take place this month. 

Project NEXT is a major in-game campaign that takes place each June to share details about the upcoming gameplay optimization and balancing the meta based on player feedback. This is done to create a greater impact for casual and hardcore players alike and offer immersive and dynamic gameplay that is unlike any other. 

GreattoysOnline.com Returns to TOYCON 2024 for More Great Deals

Event Exclusives items on sale from Tamashii Nations and Good Smile Company!

The Philippine premier toys and sports superstore GreattoysOnline.com will return for the 2024 edition of The Philippine Toys, Hobbies and Collectible Convention (TOYCON) happening on June 14 to 16, 2024 at the SMX Convention Center, Pasay City as it will be filled with figure displays and products on sale from different brands.

Expect a display of upcoming figures from Tamashii Nations, Banpresto, Megahouse and Shokugan for fans to look forward to and even take photos, and let’s not forget all of the items on sale will be specially discounted just for Toycon!

Rising P-pop stars ALAMAT and KAIA make first-ever music collaboration with Mobile Legends: Bang Bang for the song of the summer break "Road to Mythic"

Rising Philippine Pop groups ALAMAT and KAIA make their first-ever collaboration with the hit mobile multiplayer online battle arena (MOBA) game Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB) for the song titled, "Road to Mythic." 

The collaboration brought together up-and-rising six-male idol group ALAMAT, who is now among the most streamed all-male local bands on Spotify, and KAIA, a promising five-female girl group, to create and sing the song of the summer with a cheery dance tune and lyrics.

Trailer for “Venom: The Last Dance” unleashed. The final film in the trilogy opens in cinemas October

The time has come. Tom Hardy returns in Venom: The Last Dance, coming to cinemas this October.

Watch the trailer: https://youtu.be/jIPLMq_1lys

About Venom: The Last Dance

In Venom: The Last Dance, Tom Hardy returns as Venom, one of Marvel’s greatest and most complex characters, for the final film in the trilogy. Eddie and Venom are on the run. Hunted by both of their worlds and with the net closing in, the duo are forced into a devastating decision that will bring the curtains down on Venom and Eddie’s last dance.

It’s the final timeline.The Umbrella Academy Season 4 premieres August 8th.

Watch the teaser trailer HERE

The Hargreeves siblings have scattered after the climactic showdown at the Hotel Oblivion led to a complete reset of their timeline. Stripped of their powers, each is left to fend for themselves and find a new normal — with wildly varying degrees of success. Yet the trappings of their uncanny new world prove too hard to ignore for very long. Their father Reginald, alive and well, has stepped out of the shadows and into the public eye, overseeing a powerful and nefarious business empire. A mysterious association known as The Keepers holds clandestine meetings believing the reality they’re living in is a lie and a great reckoning is coming. As these strange new forces conspire around them, the Umbrella Academy must come together one last time — and risk upsetting the shaky peace they’ve all endured so much to secure — to finally set things right.

Liquid ECHO PH sweeps Falcons APBren, seizes second MPL Philippines Season 13 crown

Liquid ECHO PH, Falcons APBren qualify for MSC 2024 in Riyadh with a USD 3 million prize pool

Mobile Legends: Bang Bang Professional League (MPL) Philippines Season 13 has successfully concluded with Team Liquid ECHO PH clinching their second championship title in the country's biggest and most premier Mobile Legends: Bang Bang esports tournament. 

In their best-of-seven match against Falcons APBren, the Cavalry edged out the Hive in a dominating fashion with a score of 4:0, ending their battle and taking home the biggest share from the prize pool worth USD 150,000 or over PHP 8.7 million. 

Garfield creator Jim Davis talks about Chris Pratt as the voice behind his beloved character in “The Garfield Movie,” in cinemas May 29

Garfield creator Jim Davis admits he was bowled over by Chris Pratt as the voice behind the beloved Monday-hating, lasagna-loving indoor cat in The Garfield Movie. 

“Chris has great attitude in his voice and incredible timing,” says Davis. “I rate him a ten for funny. And one of the things he does is really bring the Garfield edge and attitude to the character, and so he really understood the character and absolutely nailed him. He’s great to listen to. You can sit back immediately and go, ‘Yeah, that’s Garfield.’”

In The Garfield Movie, the world-famous Garfield is about to have a wild outdoor adventure! After an unexpected reunion with his long-lost father (Samuel L. Jackson) – scruffy street cat Vic – Garfield and his canine friend Odie (Harvey Guillén) are forced from their perfectly pampered life into joining Vic in a hilarious, high-stakes heist. 

Pokeverse Expo: A Celebration of All Things Pokémon

Manila, Philippines – Get ready for an unforgettable experience as the Pokeverse Expo, the first of its kind, arrives in Manila. This unique event, in partnership with Hobby Stadium, Arken and more, promises to bring Pokémon fans together like never before. With a diverse range of activities, guests, and exhibits, the expo is set to be the ultimate celebration of the beloved Pokémon franchise.

Catch the Excitement – Special Ticket Offers!

Don't miss out on this unique fan experience! Secure your spot now and take advantage of our special offers, including up to 50% off for students. Grab your tickets along with exclusive family and 'barkada' deals, ensuring a fun-filled weekend for everyone at https://pokeverse.ph/. Follow our official Facebook fan page at https://www.facebook.com/PokeverseOfficial for the latest updates and exclusive content.

Kirck Allen, one of the lead producers of the Pokeverse Expo, shared his excitement: "We've had brilliant Pokémon-themed events in the country before, but Pokeverse is the first Pokémon-themed expo of its kind. It distinguishes itself from previous conventions and meet-ups by its unprecedented scale, design, and comprehensive offerings. We’re also thrilled to have Veronica Taylor, the beloved original voice actress of Ash Ketchum, and Jason Paige, the original singer of the Pokémon theme song "The Voice of a Generation as guests for our event—something that is a dream come true for most fans."

VNGGAMES Officially Releases Ghost Story: Love Destiny in Southeast Asia

The masterpiece MMORPG from NetEase is ready to conquer the gaming community in Southeast Asia in 2024.

VNGGames officially announces the release of the MMORPG game titled Ghost Story: Love Destiny in the Southeast Asia region. As one of the classic martial arts romance products from NetEase - the "giant" in China's gaming industry, Ghost Story: Love Destiny promises to bring players experiences of exploring a world of romantic fate and overflowing emotions.

Coming to Ghost Story: Love Story, players will have the opportunity to immerse themselves in the mystical and mysterious storyline inspired by the novel "Strange Stories from a Chinese Studio" by Pu Songling or the sweet romantic world in the popular series "Love O2O". With the advantage of being adapted from two famous original storylines, Ghost Story: Love Destiny is not only a game but also a top-notch romantic period world where players can date, make friends across nations, and meet lifelong companions in real life.

See You Soon makes historic victory in MPL Cambodia, goes to Riyadh for MSC 2024

See You Soon is now back-to-back champions with three MPL Cambodia titles!

See You Soon made a historic win after clinching their third championship title in MPL Cambodia. In the Grand Finals held at PH Grand Wedding Hall, Euro 1, See You Soon dominated the grueling best-of-seven (Bo7) series, dismantling D-Roar Legends with a score of 4:2. See You Soon takes home the lion's share of the tournament's prize worth USD 40,000. 

See You Soon is composed of Leng “Felix” Kimhak (EXP laner), Kheang “Ririth” Sovandarith (EXP laner), Michael “MPTheKing” Endino (Jungler), Sovann “Raa” Chanmakara (Mid laner), Kennt Anthony “Souuul” Baesa (Gold laner), Sok “BOXI” Viera. The team is headed by its head coach Chhim “CatGod” Vitou and assistant coach Seang “Jin” Phyvisal.

Kennt Anthony “Souuul” Baesa is declared the Grand Finals Most Valuable Player (FMVP). 

In June 2024, See You Soon will represent Cambodia in the upcoming MSC 2024, featured in the Esports World Cup in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The tournament will feature international MLBB teams and a staggering prize pool worth USD 3 million. 

"I feel so excited to go to Riyadh to compete in MSC 2024. When I started coaching the team, we became champions. And now, this season, we just became back-to-back champions. I hope that we can even be better at MSC," says Coach CatGod.

Meanwhile, fans and onlookers enjoyed various activities and took home limited edition merchandise items and treats such as ABA Bank Legend Cards, Legend Cinema’s free popcorn and vouchers, Sting’s newest ‘Sting Blue’ energy drink, and MPL KH in-game diamonds and shirts. 

Multiple watch parties were held at Heritage Walk Mall in Siam Reap, Price Mall in Preah Sihanouk, and KMall and The Olympia Mall in Phnom Penh to gather Cambodian fans from different spots.

This season, popular energy drink Sting remains the presenting sponsor of MPL Cambodia. The country’s premier financial institution ABA Bank joins Tecno, Smart, and Legend Cinema as the official tournament sponsors. 

Global Phenomenon Oriental MMORPG Moonlight Blade M Officially Open Beta In Southeast Asia

The wait is now over! The globally acclaimed phenomenon MMORPG – MOONLIGHT BLADE M – officially opens its beta across Southeast Asia, including Singapore, Malaysia, Vietnam, Indonesia, and the Philippines, starting on May 15, 2024 (Wednesday)!

Based on the half-century-old oriental literature masterpiece - The Magic Blade written by the late Gu Long, one the greatest Asian martial art novel authors, MOONLIGHT BLADE M has stirred up a phenomenon-level craze since its release, not only in China and South Korea but also in numerous other markets. Apart from topping multiple download charts, the game, which showcases diverse elements of exquisite oriental culture, also expands its crossover into various industries including fashion, music, and tourism. Since then, the game has collaborated with multiple world-class singers, including Taeyeon, Dimash Qudaibergen and Michael Wong, further strengthening its popularity worldwide!