PH’s ML:BB scene has come a long way, says Pakbet

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The local Mobile Legends: Bang Bang pro scene has grown sizably from its beginnings in 2016, says Smart Omega head tactician, Jomie 'Pakbet' Abalos.

MANILA—The local Mobile Legends: Bang Bang scene emerged as a lifeline for esports aspirants in MoBa-crazed Philippines, with young participants keen on supporting their families, and parents even reaching out to teams asking for tryout dates.

“Ngayon kasi may nagha-handle na, [may] salary na . . . Grabe ang laki na ng pagbabago. Ibang iba na [kaysa] dati kasi 'yung dati nahihirapan ka pa kasi humanap ng sahod talaga, at stable na tuloy-tuloy ang pagma-manage,” he added, citing that his squad then, Obs Gaming, had four managers handling them.

But back then, the crowds in offline tournaments — often held in major events hubs — were already drawing crowds, thanks to the game's massive reach online and the growth of ML streaming culture: "Di namin expected na ganoon kadami ang tao na pupunta noong MPL Season 1," Pakbet, who helped steer Obs Gaming to third place in the MPL's inaugural season, said.

He returned to the professional scene eventually as Execration’s chief tactician in MPL Season 7, after much prodding by Z4pnu. By the time they transferred to Smart Omega, MPL in the Philippines had adapted a franchise-based setup, setting regulations, such as fixed salaries and an expanded player pool to formalize the league further. The seasoned coach and player remained surprised over what the squad accomplished and the growth the local Mobile Legends scene enjoyed over the last four years.

 

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