Mobile Legends: Bang Bang Confirmed as Medal Event at 2025 SEA Games
E-sports Milestone
The e-sport game of Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB) has been confirmed as a medal event at the 2025 SEA Games in Thailand. This marks the fourth consecutive time that MLBB will be featured at the SEA Games, solidifying its position as a major player in the world of competitive gaming.
Team Game Format
Similar to the previous edition in Cambodia, the team game is set to offer two gold medals in the men’s and women’s categories. This format allows teams from different countries to compete against each other, promoting regional and international competition.
Esports Ecosystem
Ray Ng, the head of Esports Ecosystem of video game developer Moonton Games, attributed the success of MLBB to its deliberate strategy to make the competitive esports ecosystem accessible and inclusive to aspiring esports athletes. "International sporting events like the SEA Games empower e-sports players, organisations and federations by providing them with a globally recognised competitive platform to bring glory to their respective nations," he said in a statement.
Malaysian Performance
In the Cambodia SEA Games last year, the Malaysian MLBB team won a men’s silver and a women’s bronze. This achievement demonstrates the growing popularity and competitiveness of MLBB in the region.
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Conclusion
The confirmation of MLBB as a medal event at the 2025 SEA Games is a significant milestone for the e-sport industry. It demonstrates the growing recognition of esports as a competitive sport and provides a platform for teams to compete and showcase their skills.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is Mobile Legends: Bang Bang?
A: Mobile Legends: Bang Bang is a popular e-sport game developed by Moonton Games.
Q: What is the format of the MLBB game at the SEA Games?
A: The game will feature a team format with two gold medals in the men’s and women’s categories.
Q: How does MLBB promote esports?
A: MLBB promotes esports by providing a competitive platform for aspiring esports athletes and empowering e-sports players, organisations and federations to compete globally.