Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB) is the world’s biggest mobile multiplayer game developed by Moonton Games.
MLBB Once Dominated the Esports World Cup 2025
The competition featured the world’s best teams across 16 regions, which became the largest MSC lineup ever.
Team Liquid PH defeated the current champions SRG.OG, cementing themselves as one of the greatest MLBB teams of all time.
The MSC 2025 tournament also hit 3.06 million peak viewers, surpassing many PC and console esports titles. The growing stats prove the global appeal of mobile gaming.
But MLBB’s success didn’t stop there. The MLBB Women’s Invitational (MWI) 2025 also achieved great success, exceeding 468,000 viewers and recording almost 4 million hours watched.
Team Vitality delivered a smooth performance, without losing a single series on their way to victory.
Since 2022, MWI has become a great example of how MLBB promotes gender inclusivity and equal opportunities within esports.
Why MLBB is Returning to EWC 2026
MLBB’s participation in EWC 2026 was just a matter of time. The game’s comeback is determined by sustainable growth, inclusivity, and innovation in esports.
According to Tiger Xu, Global Head of Moonton Games, the company aims to move the esports industry forward. The partnership with the Esports World Cup Foundation is building the modern esports industry, determining sustainable growth, and building the universal standard for the overall esports industry.
Moonton has an intent to position MLBB as an entertainment platform for digital empowerment.
The partnership between Moonton Games and EWC Foundation aims to set new standards for esports global collaboration and talent development across the esports industry.
MLBB Behind the Digital Empowerment
MLBB has gone far beyond competitive gaming. It’s become a cultural and economic powerhouse across Southeast Asia, inspiring authorities to legitimize esports. Not only does it promise pure fun, but it can also become a serious career path.
During the 2025 Esports World Cup, government officials from Malaysia and the Philippines praised MLBB.
The game created new digital career opportunities in broadcasting, production, coaching, and content creation.
Malaysia even integrated MLBB into its national youth digital programs, using the game to nurture strategic thinking and teamwork among young players.
The Philippines’ Games and Amusements Board (GAB) has also recognized MLBB’s impact on the esports industry.
Professional players help pave the way for the official regulation of esports as a professional sport.
These developments demonstrate how esports has become a major industry, contributing to education, employment, and high-tech innovation.
Building Momentum Toward EWC 2026
Esports fans shift their focus to the Esports World Cup 2026. But there is one more highly anticipated event on the horizon.
The M7 World Championship will take place in Jakarta, Indonesia. In the finals, 22 MLBB teams from around the world will be competing for the prestigious world champion trophy.
This year’s edition brings fresh narratives to the forefront. North America has lost its slot. Japan returns to the global stage through the Wild Card event, adding more intrigue to the tournament.
The M7 Championship isn’t just another tournament; it’s expected to transform Jakarta into a global hub for esports. The growing trend demonstrates Southeast Asia’s passion for mobile gaming.
The M7 event will serve as the perfect bridge leading into EWC 2026. The global excitement will build the solid foundation for what could be MLBB’s most ambitious esports schedule so far.
MLBB’s Vision for Esports’ Future
The return of Mobile Legends: Bang Bang to the Esports World Cup 2026 is a huge thing. Apart from guns, it offers innovation and global unity.
Esports continue to expand worldwide, MLBB remaining a sign of mobile gaming excellence. MLBB puts different countries and cultures, providing equal opportunities for both men and women.
After breaking a few records in 2025, MLBB is determined to maintain its dominance. It want to indicate the future of mobile esports. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or amateur player, you will be able to celebrate the fun with MLBB. Its legacy in the Esports World Cup has only just begun.
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