Samsung and MOONTON Games bring the Mobile Legends: Bang Bang Campus Series to Southeast Asia. Discover how student gamers can compete using the powerful Galaxy S25 Ultra.
Samsung Electronics has partnered with MOONTON Games to introduce an exciting new esports opportunity for student gamers in Southeast Asia. This partnership marks the launch of the Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB) Campus Series (MCS), the first-ever tournament dedicated to student gamers in countries like Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, and the Philippines. The initiative, known as the Galaxy Gaming Academy Campus Series, aims to provide a competitive platform for young players to refine their skills, pursue esports careers, and showcase their talents.
With MLBB being one of the most popular games in Southeast Asia, this collaboration between Samsung and MOONTON Games holds significant promise for the region’s mobile gaming community. It offers a new pathway for students aged 18 and above to compete in a professional esports environment, elevating the next generation of players. By using Samsung’s Galaxy S25 Ultra, participants can experience cutting-edge mobile gaming technology that enhances their performance during this landmark tournament.
The Galaxy Gaming Academy Campus Series is designed not just as a tournament, but as an incubator for aspiring esports athletes. This series gives students the chance to compete in multiple national championships, with the journey culminating in a thrilling regional playoff and grand finals in Indonesia. This structure aims to offer both exposure and experience to the students, while creating an opportunity for them to transition from student gamers to professional esports players.
Samsung’s vision for this partnership is to provide young players with more than just a competitive experience. It’s about offering the tools, platform, and guidance they need to grow their careers in the world of esports. By linking students to professional gaming networks, the Galaxy Gaming Academy ensures that budding esports stars can find and follow a clear path toward professional opportunities.
Central to this groundbreaking initiative is the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, a device engineered to meet the needs of serious mobile gamers. The Galaxy S25 Ultra features Snapdragon® 8 Elite Mobile Platform, which provides seamless and smooth gameplay. With its 120Hz Dynamic AMOLED 2X display, players can enjoy ultra-smooth graphics, while the Vulkan Engine ensures optimized and realistic gaming experiences.
The long-lasting battery life of the Galaxy S25 Ultra makes it ideal for extended gaming sessions, ensuring gamers stay at the top of their game throughout the tournament. Samsung also focused on performance with efficient heat dissipation technologies, including a larger vapor chamber and tailored thermal interface material (TIM), which helps the device stay cool even during intense play. These advanced features provide the perfect foundation for high-level esports performance.
Carl Nordenberg, Vice President and Regional Head of Mobile Experience at Samsung Electronics Southeast Asia and Oceania, expressed his excitement for the series: “We believe in providing the next generation of gamers with the best technology and opportunities to help them reach their full potential. Through the Galaxy Gaming Academy Campus Series, we are not only equipping students with devices that provide the best gaming experience but also creating a platform for them to develop their skills and expand their community.”
Ray Ng, Head of Ecosystem at MOONTON Games, highlighted the importance of this partnership in expanding esports opportunities. “This collaboration with Samsung marks a new milestone in expanding the reach of student-focused esports. Together, we’re strengthening grassroots esports opportunities and creating a sustainable pathway for young players to grow within the MLBB ecosystem,” Ng said.
Samsung Game Portal
To ensure smooth participation, all interested gamers can register for the Galaxy Gaming Academy Campus Series through the Samsung Game Portal. This portal will serve as the central hub for the tournament, offering registration options, tournament schedules, and important updates. By streamlining the process through this platform, Samsung ensures that gamers across Southeast Asia have easy access to everything they need to join the tournament and stay informed.
MLBB Campus Series
The Galaxy Gaming Academy Campus Series will begin on April 25, 2025, with country qualifiers for Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, and the Philippines. Each country will host its own set of qualifiers, leading to national finals. The regional finals will then take place in Indonesia from June 20 to June 22, 2025, where the top student teams will compete for the title of Southeast Asia’s best MLBB student team.
This tournament represents a major milestone in the development of student esports in Southeast Asia. As mobile esports continue to grow in popularity, the Galaxy Gaming Academy Campus Series is poised to become a staple event for young players looking to break into the professional scene. Samsung’s commitment to supporting student gamers through innovation and collaboration with industry leaders like MOONTON Games is expected to inspire the next wave of esports talent.
| Country Qualifiers | 25 April – 18 May 2025 |
| Country Finals | 24 – 25 May 2025 (Indonesia) 17 – 18 May 2025 (Malaysia) 17 – 18 May 2025 (Singapore) 17 – 18 May 2025 (Philippines) |
| Regional Finals | 20 – 22 June 2025 (Indonesia) |
Prize Pool
Total: USD 40,000
- 1st place: USD 18,000
- 2nd place: USD 8,000
- 3rd place: USD 5,000
- 4th place: USD 3,000
- 5th-8th place: USD 1,500
For more information on the Galaxy Gaming Academy Campus Series, and to register for the tournament, visit the Samsung Game Portal.