With April coming to a close, Tier One Entertainment celebrated a string of achievements across collegiate tournaments, industry awards, charity streams, and cultural events. From powering the Pylon Cup finals at PUP to claiming multiple PH Esports Awards, mobilizing communities for animal welfare, and expanding its AMPLFY roster into music festivals and educational expos, Tier One continues to deepen its footprint in both esports and creator culture. Looking ahead, the company tees up two major events—Nexus Academia and the return of Blackout—to further engage fans and nurture future gaming talent.
PUP Pylon Esports & Tier One’s Spectacular Pylon Cup Finale
Tier One served as the Ultra Venue Sponsor for the Pylon Cup 2025 finals on March 29 at PUP Manila. By integrating advanced live-stream enhancements and interactive fan booths, they helped drive a 35% increase in on-site attendance compared to last year. The tournament ran from March 15–30, combining online eliminations with an in-person championship. The event that drew nearly 50,000 live viewers across Twitch and Facebook Gaming, a 20% year-over-year growth in audience engagement.
Tier One Creators Shine at the 2024 PH Esports Awards
At the 2024 PH Esports Awards on April 22, two of Tier One’s talents claimed top honors:
Amara was crowned 2024 PH Esports Content Streamer Of The Year for her dynamic, community-focused streams.
Biancake won 2024 PH Esports and Gaming Community Positive Influencer Of The Year for her contributions and uplifting personality
Co-presented by CignalTV and Smart Communications, the ceremony welcomed over 1,000 industry guests, underscoring Tier One’s growing influence in both content creation and community engagement.
Gaming with Purpose: Rojean Delos Reyes & Animal Welfare
Streamer Rojean Delos Reyes dedicated her birthday Twitch marathon in March to benefit the Animal Kingdom Foundation (AKF). Her fundraiser and shelter visit generated over ₱150,000 for rescue efforts and attracted a peak of 12,000 concurrent viewers. The stream amassed 50,000 total watch hours, turning entertainment into meaningful support for animal welfare.
BLACKLIST International’s Competitive Dominance
BLACKLIST International continued its April supremacy with multiple award nominations and one major win in the 2024 PH Esports Awards:
HOK Squad — Coach TGEE earned Coach of the Year nomination. Meanwhile, star player Dragon was nominated for Pro Mobile Athlete of the Year.
Blacklist ZOL — achieved an undefeated Week 2 run on April 6, securing their spot in the Sibol Open Qualifiers Phase 2. The roster earned a nomination for Liga Adarna Female Esports Team of the Year.
To cap things off, BLACKLIST International was declared 2024 PH Esports Organization Of The Year, celebrating their excellence across multiple divisions.
AMPLFY Talents Level Up in Esports
Tier One’s AMPLFY division marked milestones both on- and off-stage:
Former Blacklist Pro Eyon represented at the MLBB × OPPO Smooth Legend Cup in Jakarta (March 27–29). The participant competed for a $52,500 prize pool.
Shoutcasters Greatchen and Luna Gaming led the all-women Athena League broadcast during Women’s Month, peaking at 8,000 concurrent viewers.
AMPLFY Talents in Music & Industry Events
AMPLFY creators also branched into broader culture:
Fusion Music Festival (March 15, CCP Open Grounds) saw interactive booths and panels that drew 15,000 attendees.
At the Creator and Influencer Council of the Philippines (March 21), Tier One talents joined discussions on responsible digital futures alongside industry leaders.
Tier One HQ: A Cultural & Community Hub
Tier One’s Manila headquarters has become more than a workspace—it’s a creative playground:
Housekeeping Improv (Feb 28 & Apr 8) blended comedy with gaming culture, drawing 300+ fans per show.
Beyblade Tournaments (Mar 9 & Mar 15) engaging 50+ competitors and 500 spectators in pulse-pounding matchups. The event featured AMPLFY talents Drei Gaspar and Galactic Shark.
Tier One Brian Dacanay’s Industry Leadership
Tier One’s AVP of Commercial & Platform Partnerships, Brian Dacanay, further cemented his influence:
“Behind Tier One” Pilot Episode — the first installment of this series offers an insider look at the visionaries powering Tier One.
2025 CICP Board of Directors — his appointment to the Creator and Influencer Council of the Philippines showcases Tier One’s growing role in shaping the creator economy.
Looking Ahead: What’s Next for Tier One Entertainment
Nexus Academia (June 10–11, 2025) at SMX Convention Center Hall 1 — an educational expo for schools and universities featuring workshops in game production, live-streaming masterclasses, career panels, and networking for aspiring esports professionals and creators.
Blackout Returns (June 14, 2025) — a livestreamed competition series combining pro-level matches, interactive storytelling, and real-time fan voting to redefine the gaming spectacle.
March and April were landmark months for Tier One Entertainment and its Arcane partners. From electrifying esports and award-winning creators to charities and live-culture events, each story highlights a part of Tier One’s growth. As Tier One continues to innovate—on stage, on stream, and behind the scenes.
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