With the PUBG MOBILE Super League (PMSL) SEA set to kick off its first week on Mar. 22, the ever-popular battle royale has unveiled the first-ever partner teams to join the PUBG MOBILE Partnership Program, as shared by James Yang, Director of PUBG MOBILE Esports.
In total, there are five teams from Indonesia, four from Malaysia, three from Thailand, two from Vietnam, and one from the Philippines that are certified Southeast Asia partner teams. These pro teams will receive guaranteed slots for the PUBG MOBILE Pro League (PMPL) and PMSL SEA, along with all the additional partner benefits and opportunities.
Indonesia:
- ALTER EGO
- BIGETRON ESPORTS
- BOOM ESPORTS
- PERSIJA EVOS
- RRQ ESPORTS
Malaysia:
- GEEK SLATE
- SEM9
- TEAM SECRET
- YOODO ALLIANCE
Thailand:
- BACON TIME
- FAZE CLAN
- VAMPIRE ESPORTS
Vietnam:
- BOX GAMING
- D’XAVIER
Philippines:
- PLAYBOOK ESPORTS
Each partner team was accepted to the program based on previous tournament performance, future commitment, fan popularity, as well as the general popularity of PUBG MOBILE Esports in the specific country. These teams will benefit from increased opportunities to develop their players, grow their exposure to fans and extend their support to their community.
All partner teams, along with other teams that have qualified through PMPL SEA, will compete in the PMSL Spring Season, which kicks off on Mar. 22 for three weeks of battle across Sanhok, Erangel and Miramar. The top 16 teams will head to the PMSL Finals, taking place starting Apr. 14 to 16.
PUBG MOBILE is available to download for free on the App Store and Google Play Store.