Competitive Gaming: Why Mobile Esports is Leading in PH Source: Niko Partners For those interested in competitive gaming, both mobile and console offer opportunities, but mobile gaming has a significant advantage in the Philippines. The mobile esports scene is massive, with games like Mobile Legends and PUBG Mobile boasting huge local followings and even organized tournaments like the MPL Philippines. Mobile esports events attract thousands of viewers and offer hefty prize pools, making mobile gaming a viable pathway to competitive gaming in the country. Console gaming also has a competitive side, with international tournaments for games like FIFA and Tekken, but it doesn’t have the same local infrastructure or support as mobile esports. With a robust esports scene and a growing library of high-quality games, mobile gaming has transformed into a legitimate platform that rivals consoles. With its dominance in the PC, console, and even mobile platforms, the question that has always been looming is, "is it Esports ready?" [caption id="attachment_184292" align="alignnone" width="720"] (L-R) Dr. Arne Peters, Ralf Reichert, Brendan Greene talk battle royale in Esports.[/caption] On my last day at Gamescom 2018, I was able to catch a very insightful talk titled "Battle Royal – The Future of eSports!?" This topic is very interesting indeed, as we are in a period in gaming where this particular genre is dominating. Read more in our articles including "Mobile Gaming Vs. Consoles: The Ultimate Guide for Filipino Gamers on Where to Invest" and "Battle Royale for Esports: Insights from Gamescom 2018".
Competitive Gaming: Why Mobile Esports is Leading in PH Source: Niko Partners For those interested in competitive gaming, both mobile and console offer opportunities, but mobile gaming has a significant advantage in the Philippines. The mobile esports scene is massive, with games like Mobile Legends and PUBG Mobile boasting huge local followings and even organized tournaments like the MPL Philippines.
Mobile esports events attract thousands of viewers and offer hefty prize pools, making mobile gaming a viable pathway to competitive gaming in the country. Console gaming also has a competitive side, with international tournaments for games like FIFA and Tekken, but it doesn’t have the same local infrastructure or support as mobile esports. With a robust esports scene and a growing library of high-quality games, mobile gaming has transformed into a legitimate platform that rivals consoles.
Our coverage of esports tournaments includes: "Mobile Gaming Vs. Consoles: The Ultimate Guide for Filipino Gamers on Where to Invest"; "Battle Royale for Esports: Insights from Gamescom 2018"; "Europe enters the MLBB esports scene with first PGL Mobile Legends Challengers tournament". Each article provides unique insights and information.