Gamers, There’s Up To RM350,000 To Be Won At The Upcoming Selangor Cyber Games!
The largest sum since the games began in 2014.
By John Lim — 19 Aug 2016, 11:17 AM
Take note, aspiring gamers. The annual Selangor Cyber Games is back and this time around, up to RM350,000 of total cash prizes are up for grabs!
This is the largest sum since the games began in 2014. Last year’s prize money was RM230,000.
The Selangor state government announced yesterday, 18 August that the competition will be held from 9 to 11 September at One City in USJ 25, Subang Jaya
Selangor State Executive Councillor for Youth Development, Sports, Cultural and Entrepreneurship Development Amirudin Shari.
Image via Free Malaysia Today"Youths nowadays are fascinated with gaming and since their hard work has not been rewarded, we’ve stepped forward to sponsor. We believe that this is the right decision, as through our investment, the youth in Selangor will be empowered and will be more courageous," said Selangor State Executive Councillor for Youth Development, Sports, Cultural and Entrepreneurship Development Amirudin Shari.
The event will consist of eight tournaments, involving seven titles. Each tournament varies in prize money.
- League of Legends Cup: USD 15,000 (about RM 59,850)
- Dota 2 Cup: RM20,000
- Counter Strike Global Offensive Cup: RM20,000
- FIFA 16 Cup: RM20,000
- Hearthstone Cup: RM10,000
- Ultra Street Fighter V Cup: RM10,000
- Clash Royale Cup: RM10,000
Think you have what it takes? Register yourself and your team through the event's official website now!
Do note that the qualifiers for Mineski Pro Gaming League has actually started in July because the tournament is open not only to Malaysians but also teams from throughout Southeast Asia and China.