Game For Change: Philippine Collegiate Championship (PCC) Season 3 Levels Up Collegiate Esports in the Philippines
The Philippine Collegiate Championship (PCC) is back for its third season, reaffirming its place as the premier collegiate esports program in the country. Spearheaded by the Collegiate Center for Esports (CCE), the PCC continues to redefine academic and competitive gaming, offering both national-level tournaments and student-focused esports education.
Season 3 kicks off with two major titles — Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB) and Call of Duty: Mobile (COD:M) — and a PHP 500,000 prize pool, split between the two.
Building a Lasting Esports Ecosystem
“Our mission from the very start has always been ‘Game For Change,’” said Stanley Lao, CEO of CCE. “Through PCC, we go beyond tournaments. We’re creating a platform that gives students hands-on industry experience and holistic opportunities to build real careers in esports.”
Benson Te, CEO of WP Gaming and marketing partner of PCC, added, “We’ve always focused on sustainable grassroots growth. This isn’t about one-off events—it’s about building something meaningful and long-term for the Filipino gaming community. We’re seeing more brands come on board and align with our mission, which is incredibly exciting.”
What to Expect in PCC Season 3
🏆 Main Tournaments
- Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB):
- Returns with the PCC Regional Cup and PCC National League formats.
- Four teams will qualify for the Grand Finals, joined by champions from NCAA Esports, FESSAP, and one more soon-to-be-revealed partner.
- Registration begins July 1, 2025.
- Call of Duty: Mobile (COD:M):
- Debuts a new, competitive-focused format aimed at raising the standard of collegiate FPS gaming.
- Registration opens August 1, 2025.
📍 Campus Roadshows
PCC will once again bring the esports industry inside campuses, hosting immersive events and talks featuring gaming professionals. The roadshows provide first-hand exposure to career paths in esports, content creation, and game development.
🎓 The Next Gen Program
Not just for gamers — this academic-focused competition rewards students who can apply their knowledge to real-world esports solutions. The top winners will earn an exclusive trip to the Thailand Game Show in October 2025, representing the next wave of esports innovators.
About the Philippine Collegiate Championship
Launched in 2023 by the Collegiate Center for Esports, the PCC serves as a national platform for student gamers and aspiring professionals. Through tournaments, workshops, and student-led events, the PCC cultivates future leaders in the gaming industry.
About the Collegiate Center for Esports (CCE)
Founded in 2019, CCE is the Philippines’ leading collegiate esports league and is recognized by CHED as a legitimate student tournament organizer. The organization continues to build meaningful programs for student gamers, creators, and esports professionals of tomorrow.
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