Cyberzone Challenger Series: Let the Gaming Begin

　　SM Malls’ premier tech hub hosts gaming competition, offering opportunities for upcoming esports talents to showcase their skills and win prizes 

　　[Manila, Philippines] – A surge of excitement is taking over SM North EDSA, as gamers anticipate the Cyberzone Challenger Series, happening this August 2-3 at Cyberzone Annex Atrium, L4. Whether you’re a newbie or a seasoned pro, the competitive event offers opportunities to test your skills and rise through the ranks of Manila’s growing local e-sports scene.   

　　“Esports continues to reshape how we see gaming today—what was once a way to pass time is now a thriving community,” said Mr. Patrick G. Pacla, Vice President – Cyberzone Operations and Marketing at SM Supermalls. 

　　“For Cyberzone, it’s exciting to be part of such a monumental era in gaming”. 

　　To celebrate the spirit of competition, SM North EDSA will be hosting the Cyberzone Challenger Series with co-presenters DataBlitz, PLDT Home, PCExpress, and UGREEN.  

　　The special two-day event will comprise of four main competitions, featuring games handpicked for their popularity and accessibility: Mobile Legends Bang Bang (MLBB)， Tekken 8 Tournament, Yu-Gi-Oh!, and Beyblade X.  

　　Test your drive to win 

　　For the first day, the MLBB and Tekken 8 tournaments will run concurrently hosted by OSX. The MLBB competition will follow a single-elimination format with a total of 64 teams, gunning for a share of the ₱30,000 prize pool.  

　　On the other hand, the Tekken 8 tournament will be one-on-one, with winners keeping the same character while losers having to choose a new one for the succeeding round. Participants here can look forward to battling it out for a ₱20,000 prize pool. 

　　Esports enthusiasts could get ready to move at SM Active Hub; where they would enjoy esports tournaments and big deals with Cyberzone. Register now via the SM Malls Online app and experience the biggest sports playground at your favorite SM malls! 

　　For day two, tabletop games take center stage—specifically Yu-Gi-Oh! and Beyblade X hosted by Anduin’s Highgrounds. Yu-gi-oh duels will follow the traditional 3-on-3 format, while Beyblade will pit single competitors against one another. Both tournaments boast a prize pool of ₱20,000 each.  

　　Up for the Challenge? 

　　Piqued your interest? The Cyberzone Challenger Series is open to walk-ins, slots fill up quickly so participants are encouraged to register in advance. Interested gamers and spectators can register through the Cyberzone website. 

　　The Cyberzone Challenger Series coincides with Tech Fair and the 40th anniversary celebration of SM Supermalls. #TechFairAtSM

　　Keep your eyes peeled for announcements from the official SM Cyberzone page on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Don’t forget: For top tech brands, big deals, and tech-assured picks, you #GotITAtCyberzone. Visit www.smcyberzone.com to check out your next upgrade.