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Total Gaming crowned Ultimate Champion of Microgravity Gaming League – Free Fire Battle Royale
· Chemin Esports and UG Empire emerged as 1st & 2nd Runner up respectively
· Delete from Total Gaming wins ‘Man of the Match’ and a Gaming Laptop from HP
· 5th Edition of MGL Free Fire saw participation from 1000 teams across the country
· Prize pool worth INR 4,00,000 included 4 HP VR Headsets, 4 Gaming Class 24’ Monitor, 4 Gaming Class Headsets and Gaming Laptop
Microgravity Ventures Private Limited, a facilitator of world-class gaming hubs and e-sports tournaments in India concluded the 5th edition of Microgravity Gaming League (MGL) – Free Fire Battle Royale. The tournament saw participation from 1000 teams across the country with 4 players per team along with one substitute. After the most competitive battles among top teams of the country, Total Gaming inched to the top with 86 points and was crowned the Ultimate Champion of this league. Chemin Esports emerged as the 1st runner-up with 76 points and UG Empire bagged 2nd runner-up with 66 points. The ‘Man of the Match’ title was won by Delete, a member of the Total Gaming team. The winners won the most advanced HP VR Headsets, Gaming Class 24’ Monitor, Gaming Class Headsets and Gaming Laptop which were part of the INR 4,00,000 prize pool.
In a bid to make this tournament more competitive, Microgravity had invited top teams from the country to be a part of the Qualifiers, Semi-Finals, and Finals. Teams like OG Elite, Helping Gamer, Desi Gamer, Bliss Mates, DDG Gamers, MG More, Life Hacker, King X Esports, Blind Esports among others took part in this league. The MGL Free Fire Battle Royale matches were conducted in Bermuda, Purgatory, and Kalahari maps.
Talking about the 5th Editon of MGL Free Fire Battle Royale, Tanveer Singh Bakshi, Head-Business Development, Microgravity said, “I would like to thank all the participants, the amazing audience, the casters, our gaming partners – HP, Intel, Platinum Esports team, media partners – Consocia Advisory & Sociowash for making this a huge success. Since the beginning of this league, we saw some mind-blowing matches among the teams, underdog team like Bliss Mates rising up the ladder and Total Gaming sweeping the winning title with their amazing gameplay. I would also like to congratulate Chemin Esports and UG Empire for bagging the 1st & 2nd runner-up respectively. We will aim to bring more titles and leagues in the future to bring the gaming community closer.”
“We are also excited to inform you that Microgravity will soon introduce an E-commerce platform which will have gaming-related equipment which will go live next year. We will also be launching more World-Class gaming hubs across the country, added Bakshi.
Commenting on the win, Mafia Bala from Total Gaming said, “The initial two battles went really well with our team scoring above 45 points. During the 3rd & 4th match, our points decreased a bit, that is when we changed our strategy to go aggressive in the 5th round in the Kalahari map. The outcome of the 5th match was really good which helped us to inch very close to the win. Overall, it was really encouraging to see such a unique prize pool. A lot of good gamers belong from a humble background and tournaments like MGL give them a platform to win the best which technology has to offer.”
This year, Microgravity has successfully organized two online gaming tournaments which gained significant traction amongst gamers. These tournaments were the MGL FIFA 21 tournament and the MGL Call of Duty: Mobile tournament.
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Insurgence Gaming Company Introduces La Imperia, a Community-First All-Female VALORANT Tournament
La Imperia, a new all-female esports IP by The Insurgence Gaming Company, will make its competitive debut this month with an online VALORANT invitational tournament running from December 19 to 21, 2025. Designed as a visibility-first platform for women competitors, the event brings together four invited Indian teams for a three-day broadcast competition.
La Imperia marks the inaugural tournament by the Insurgence Gaming Company, a newly founded esports company led by Jasper Shabin, who previously served as a poject manager at Skyesports. Positioning itself as a community-first tournament operator, the Insurgence Gaming Company aims to refocus attention on grassroots competition and long-term ecosystem building at a time when entry-level and women-led esports pathways remain limited.
The tournament will be played in VALORANT and feature a round-robin group stage followed by single-elimination playoffs, culminating in a BO5 Grand Final. All matches across the three days will be broadcast live on YouTube, along with additional watch-parties.
The four invited teams competing at La Imperia include Huntrix, Sin Sisters, Plushie Gang and MyKil. All teams feature all-female rosters, aligning with La Imperia’s positioning as a dedicated women’s esports IP.
Broadcast production for the event will be handled by Momentum Gaming, serving as the official Broadcast Partner. The on-air talent lineup includes Star Tania, Nekroz, Odawg, and Hikari Jane, who will guide viewers through the tournament across all three days.
Beyond competition, La Imperia is also placing emphasis on player well-being. Sattva by Pallavi joins the tournament as the Mental Health Partner, integrating conversations around mental health and holistic wellness into the event’s broadcast and content output. The partnership reflects a growing recognition of sustainability and mental resilience within competitive gaming environments.
Speaking on the launch, Jasper Shabin, Founder of The Insurgence Gaming Company, said: “La Imperia is built to be a visibility platform first. There is no shortage of talent in the women’s VALORANT scene, but there are very few consistent stages where that talent can be seen, supported, and taken seriously. With the Insurgence Gaming Company, we want to return focus to grassroots competition and create formats that players can grow with, not just compete in once.”
The tournament carries an INR 15,000 prize pool, with the primary focus placed on competitive exposure, broadcast quality, and long-term ecosystem value rather than one-off incentives.
With its inaugural edition, La Imperia sets the foundation for a new women-led esports property in India—one that combines structured competition, professional broadcast standards, and a community-first philosophy.
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The World Esports Championship 2025 (WEC25) is officially open in Kuala Lumpur, welcoming athletes, fans, and delegations from around the globe. With 19 nations taking part in Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB), this year’s event stands as the most internationally diverse MLBB competition in IESF history.
After a year filled with national and regional qualifiers and preparations from teams around the world, the world’s top esports athletes have arrived in Malaysia’s capital, Kuala Lumpur. The opening ceremony set the tone for the days ahead, offering fans a first glimpse of the excitement and atmosphere surrounding this year’s championship.
“WEC25 reflects the continued growth of esports as a space for connection, competition, and shared passion,” said IESF General Secretary Boban Totovski. “Bringing together 19 nations for MLBB is a milestone not just for the title, but for the entire esports ecosystem. We are proud to bring this edition of the championship to Kuala Lumpur.”
As the competition officially kicks off, the schedule is fully packed with exciting match-ups among Nations, competing for their flag and country. The best from all over the world will have the unique opportunity to become the MLBB World Champion.
IESF extends its gratitude to the Malaysian government and the Ministry for Youth and Sports, partners, athletes, and global supporters who continue to elevate the championship’s reach and impact.
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Pacific Online-backed Buenas PH Inks Partnership with YGS Live’s Battle of the Streamers to Support Ethical iGaming
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Buenas PH, the licensed e-casino operator under HHR Philippines Inc (HHRPI), has been named the presenting partner of YGS Live’s Battle of the Streamers. The partnership builds on the strong momentum created during the recent launch of YGS Live, a next-generation iGaming broadcast platform founded by esports pioneer Julius “Banoobs” Mariano.
Buenas PH is backed by strong corporate leadership that firmly establishes its position in the iGaming and entertainment industry. HHR Philippines is venture-backed by publicly listed Pacific Online Systems Corporation (POSC), led by Willy N. Ocier, who serves as Chairman of Belle Corporation. Belle Corporation is SM Investment’s major developer of leisure and tourism destinations built to support the growth of PAGCOR’s Entertainment City. This corporate foundation strengthens Buenas PH’s credibility and long-term direction as it grows in the regulated iGaming sector.
The Battle of the Streamers is the flagship program of YGS Live. Powered by Pragmatic Play and streamed through the soon-to-be-launched Loco Live platform, the event brings together the country’s top iGaming creators in a weekly competition featuring an eleven-million-peso prize pool. As one of the first major events to debut on Loco Live, the program showcases the platform’s commitment to high-quality, responsible, and community-driven iGaming content. It also reinforces YGS Live’s advocacy for responsible iGaming by discouraging creators from promoting unlicensed or scam platforms.
“Through this partnership, Buenas PH supports a mission that elevates Philippine iGaming to a safer and more responsible environment,” said Julius “Banoobs” Mariano, Founder of YGS Live. “Our creators have influence. We want that influence to help shape a healthier culture for fans and players.”
Industry reports have highlighted Pacific Online’s active participation in the growth of regulated online gaming in the Philippines, including its involvement in HHR Philippines and the Buenas operator. These developments strengthen confidence in the company’s long-term direction as a regulated and ethical player in the e-casino sector.
As the presenting partner, Buenas PH takes a central role throughout the Battle of the Streamers program, which runs every Saturday and culminates in a grand finals event on January 18, 2026, at City of Dreams Manila. The event combines high-stakes matches with interactive community segments, along with three million pesos in community giveaways for fans and viewers.
YGS Live continues to position itself as a broadcast network dedicated to responsible, community-driven iGaming content. With Buenas PH as a lead partner, the platform aims to set a new benchmark for safe, creator-focused, and credible iGaming entertainment in the Philippines.
For updates, visit the official YGS Live Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/YGSLive.
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