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In our recent gaming podcast Filipino gamers talk about the Blacklist and Lunatix Allegations, Unity Controversy, HoyoFest 2023, Mortal Kombat 1 in Switch, Cyberpunk 2077 FM Radio, Gurren Lagann Mobile Game and a possible Nintendo Switch 2. Blacklist and Lunatix Allegations So this happened recently apparently Blacklist terminates its partnership with Lunatix. Fist context, so from what I've read in Oneesports Blacklist has teamed up with Malaysian esports organization Team Lunatix in...

There are more hero revamps coming up in the Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB) game as the latest patch notes in its advance server revealed adjustments to Lunox and Moskov. Aside from Revamped Lunox and Revamped Moskov, Patch Notes 1.8.22 Advance Server made experimental adjustments to Joy and readjusted Selena. Here are the insights from the Patch Notes to explain why the game made these changes along with the specific details on each experimental and revamp adjustments. 1. Joy...

Global interactive entertainment brand HoYoverse announced today that its highly-acclaimed action title, Honkai Impact 3rd, is unfolding a brand-new journey of Part 2. The new chapter will mark a new step made by the franchise, marching from the earth and moon to the solar system, where players will embark on the electrifying adventure together with new partners from different cultures, while playing as a team supporter named “Dreamseeker”. Aside from the main story, the combat system will...

The global entertainment brand HoYoverse aired the online special program "HoYoverse SPECIAL PROGRAM in TGS 2023" on the eve of Tokyo Game Show 2023's public opening days. In this program, HoYoverse's five popular games Genshin Impact, Honkai: Star Rail, Tears of Themis, Honkai Impact 3rd, and Zenless Zone Zero invited special guests to try out the games, discussed the games highlights, and introduced the latest exciting and unmissable content for players all over the world! Genshin...

CTW is set to release an upcoming game adaptation of the anime and manga Black Lagoon. It is a browser game called Black Lagoon: Heaven’s Shot that will be launched on G123, the official online platform of CTW Inc. Currently, pre-registrations are exclusive for Japan servers only and is currently available via G123's official Twitter account or G123's official website. Players who pre-register before the official release will have a chance to redeem in-game rewards based on how many...

Publisher Bandai Namco and developer Byking announced that this coming September 28, fans of My Hero Academia can finally play the free-to-play battle royale game My Hero Ultra Rumble. The game will be released on PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Switch, and PC via Steam. More characters are confirmed to be part of the playable roster of the game, including Eijiro Kirishima, Momo Yaoyorozu, and Ibara Shiozaki Here is an overview of the game, via Bandai Namco:

In a move that promises to electrify the gaming community, Globe is set to host the G Battle Zone: G Legends Cup and REV Major from September 23 - to October 1 as part of this year's Globe G Day celebration. This thrilling event shows Globe's commitment to providing opportunities for gamers and gaming enthusiasts the chance to showcase their skills in the virtual arena. "At Globe, we believe in the power of gaming to bring people together, to inspire, and to entertain. The G Battle Zone...

The debut date for Koei Tecmo's upcoming mobile role-playing game Atelier Resleriana, which will be available for Android, iOS, and Windows PC via Steam, has been disclosed. The game will be a free-to-play gacha title, as it was first announced during the "Atelier Series New Work Announcement" webcast a month ago. Atelier Resleriana won't be released outside of Japan, according to Koei Tecmo's current official announcements. Pre-registration for Atelier Resleriana is presently available...

With Honkai: Star Rail's much anticipated Twitch Live Stream Incentive Program, players can get rewards for streaming the game, continuing a pattern started by Genshin Impact, where players could get Primogems for streaming and reaching particular goals in particular streaming times. Players can participate in the Twitch Streamer Incentive Program and broadcast Honkai: Star Rail during this event to earn a variety of worthwhile goodies. Honkai: Star Rail Twitch Stream Incentive Program...

Team Secret announces a major departure from its organization. Jayvee "DubsteP" Paguirigan leaves Team Secret after being with the team since 2021. Aside from him, the Singaporean VALORANT player, Lionel Lim "lenne" You Xiang, has also said goodbyes to the organization. DubsteP is known as one of the most influential players in the Philippine VALORANT community due to his explosive duelist plays that really took the Filipino community by a storm. He’s also the main reason why Team...

As part of Mobile Legends: Bang Bang’s Project NEXT update, the developers will make adjustments to four healer support heroes that will give them additional value with a new item to top it all off to synergize with them. There’s also a new talent that will arrive as part of the MLBB Project NEXT update, which will improve the mobility of heroes especially those who fit the roam and jungle role. The post-match scoring system for utility roamers is also adjusted so that their contribution...

Call of Duty: Mobile players are enthralled to have a sneak peek at what to expect for seasons 8–9, including the exciting newest Mythic weapon and the return of a few in-game modes. Ladies in Action: Season 8 Store This activity will have a “Ladies in Action” theme for this week’s season 8 store offerings. And with that, the spot will be on female operator skins. The store will feature exciting draws to get a chance to win various skins and a lucky box that contains various items. These...

64 teams from different participating schools nationwide, but only 8 out of them made it to the grand finals of the booming eSports scene among collegiate schools, the Smart University Clash. The largest chain of IT retail stores in the Philippines, Cyberzone, continues to bring the gaming communities together and provides various esports tournaments in the country where they can showcase their skills and talent. And with that, Smart is on it and has launched the Smart University Clash...

The September 2023 Project NEXT update has finally arrived in the Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB) game's original server. Aside from the hero revamps and significant adjustments to Healers, the latest patch notes 1.8.20 also provided some details about the 7th Anniversary Celebration Events. The celebration will be full of free rewards such as an exclusive skin, Killing Notification, Battle Emote, Avatar Border, heroes and more. Here are some important dates to remember so players won't...

Square Enix, a video game company, recently announced their newest role-playing video game and a new entry in their SaGa franchise named SaGa Emerald Beyond. This entry is a turn-based RPG with player freedom, featuring various races such as humans, mechs, and vampires with their own particular cultures and beauty. All the finest elements of all SaGa franchises are gathered in this entry, and there will be a total of 17 worlds. Players can visit the 17 interconnected worlds through the...

Game developer Wanda Cinema Games is set to release globally the English mobile game adaptation of the anime Tengen Toppa Gurren Lagann this coming October 12. Pre-registration of the game is now available on their official website for a chance to be granted exclusively a 5-Star Gurren Lagann and a total of 100 free draws in its official release. The game was already released last year but in the Taiwanese and Chinese markets only. In addition, Wanda Cinema Games announced its first...

Pearl Abyss announced today that it has revamped the season servers with an all-new system in Black Desert ASIA (TH & SEA). No longer tied to a designated period, Adventurers can now create a season character all year long whenever they see fit by using a specially-issued season character ticket. Season servers are special servers to promote fast character growth for novice Adventurers and help them get used to the world of Black Desert. Season characters are supported with various...

During Apple’s September event that took place last week, the iPhone 15 and 15 Pro was officially revealed. But aside from the announcement of the new iPhones, the biggest reveal at that time was the ability of the 15 Pro to run console games. Due to this, Apple demonstrated and announced that several console games will be arriving in the coming months, including Resident Evil 4 Remake, Resident Evil Village, and Assassins Creed Mirage. Add to that, Death Stranding will be arriving as...

For the upcoming MPL PH Season 12, Blacklist International and AP.Bren are the first teams to make their move of player transfers for this season. Blacklist International has made two transfers between its amateur and pro league teams while AP.Bren announced only one player transfer. Fans can expect more teams to follow suit as the transfer window will open mid-season. Teams will surely make changes in their roster before the third week of the MPL PH Season 12 officially begins...

Just when you thought they're done, HONOR Philippines shocked fans and tech enthusiasts alike after the announcement of the HONOR 90 Lite 5G launch on September 26. Catch the Facebook livestream event at 7:30PM via http://bit.ly/HONOR90Lite5G and win exciting prizes including a brand new HONOR 90 Lite 5G! "We are still overwhelmed with the huge success of our recently launched HONOR 90 5G in the country and we are not stopping there! With that, we are introducing HONOR 90 Lite 5G in the...

This coming December 12th, Playdigious has announced that they will be launching Little Nightmares for both iOS and Android devices. Players can expect to "escape their childhood fears" as they follow the story of Six, a little girl who is struggling to run away from the creepy Maw. In the game, players will be stepping into a mysterious world where they have to aid Six in escaping from an iron vessel called the Maw. To get outside, players have to evade several monstrous corruptions that...