Mobile Legends developer donates P1M for kids’ welfare
THE company behind the most popular multiplayer online battle arena (MOBA) game Mobile Legends: Bang Bang’s (MLBB) has raised more than P1 million during 515’s month-long celebration.
The funds raised by Moontoon from winnings, auctions and games were donated to Save The Children Philippines.
“We would like to thank Moonton, Rumble Royale and every MLBB gamer as well as their supporters who helped raise funds during the Crazy Legends Charity Homestand. It was overwhelming to see gamers give their best to play but this time for the cause of battling Covid-19. This unprecedented emergency really impacted the lives of everyone, and they need our help. We are happy that Moonton considered to direct its support to help children and families through Save the Children Philippines,” Save The Children Manager of Corporate Partnerships Riel Andaluz Sr. said.
MLBB Philippines Marketing Manager William Mei said it is their duty to the community to help the needy most especially the kids.
“We want to be able to do our part in helping those who need us most during this difficult time. We are very proud of the overwhelming response from our gaming community in coming together to support this cause,” he shared.
Winners and participants of the 515 events received and collected in-game prizes including Nintendo Switches, Airpods and Beats Solo. A total of P300,000 prize pool was awarded to winners of the first-ever online intercity match called Community Hero: City Rival. The celebration totaled $ 1,447,393,655 in global event rewards and prizes with 48,253,100 participants all over the world.