Riot Games Philippines Riot Unlocked to Revive Computer Shop Culture

#RiotGames, a globally recognized game developer and publisher, is launching #RiotUnlocked an innovative PC cafe program. This initiative aims to resurrect the golden era of computer shops in the country. The pilot run of Riot Unlocked, starting on July 15, will be in collaboration with #TNC Cyber Cafe, a top cyber cafe franchise chain in the Philippines.

 Riot Games Philippines is committed to enhancing the local grassroots gaming scene by making its array of game titles more accessible to Filipino gamers through Riot Unlocked. This program serves as an extra avenue to connect with Filipino gamers who lack access to a PC or stable internet connection at home. The three-month pilot run of Riot Unlocked will kick off with League of Legends.

Joel Guzman, Country Manager of Riot Games Philippines, expressed his excitement about the launch of Riot Unlocked. He highlighted the program’s role in making their games more accessible to Filipino gamers and paying tribute to the roots of Filipino gaming culture: the computer shops.

In addition to TNC’s modern and comfortable gaming areas equipped with high-speed internet, Riot Unlocked offers a superior League of Legends gaming experience to the cafe’s patrons. Exclusive League of Legends benefits such as unlocked champions, exciting XP boosts, thrilling LAN tournaments, and access to thousands of skins will be available to players at any of TNC’s participating branches during the pilot run.

Riot Games Philippines also promises exclusive benefits to its partner computer shops for this PC cafe program, including support for local community tournaments and official merchandise for players.

Eric Redulfin, CEO of TNC Group, shared his enthusiasm about partnering with Riot Games Philippines for the pilot run of Riot Unlocked. He emphasized that this initiative aligns perfectly with TNC’s renewed vision of transcending gaming, making PC titles more accessible to Filipino gamers through TNC Cyber Cafes, and fostering a stronger sense of community among Filipino players.

The pilot run of Riot Unlocked will be available in 13 TNC Cyber Cafe branches nationwide. In Metro Manila, the program will be available in TNC Cyber Cafe branches in Lerma, Loyola, P Noval, Morayta, and Welcome Rotonda. Riot Unlocked will also be available in TNC Cyber Cafe branches in Dasmariñas Cavite, Lipa, Salitran, Digos, Bacolod USLS, Tagbilaran, Cebu HQ, and Butuan.

Kimi Salazar, MOBA Brand Manager at Riot Games Philippines, added that Riot Unlocked aims to transform PC Cafes into community hubs where like-minded individuals can gather and enjoy Riot Games’ portfolio. She expressed optimism that partnering with PC cafes will lead to a more robust community experience for Filipino gamers and will be crucial in their mission to restore the glory days of League of Legends Philippines.

Visit the nearest participating TNC Cyber Cafe and enjoy an enhanced League gaming experience starting July 15! Stay updated with the latest news and announcements by following Riot Games on Facebook and Instagram.

FAQs

1. What is Riot Unlocked? Riot Unlocked is a pioneering PC cafe program launched by Riot Games Philippines in partnership with TNC Cyber Cafe. The program aims to make Riot Games’ titles more accessible to Filipino gamers and revive the pre-pandemic glory days of computer shops in the country.

2. What are the benefits of Riot Unlocked? Riot Unlocked offers a premium League of Legends gaming experience with exclusive perks such as unlocked champions, exciting XP boosts, thrilling LAN tournaments, and access to thousands of skins.

3. Where will Riot Unlocked be available? The pilot run of Riot Unlocked will be available in 13 TNC Cyber Cafe branches nationwide, including several locations in Metro Manila and other areas such as Dasmariñas Cavite, Lipa, Salitran, Digos, Bacolod USLS, Tagbilaran, Cebu HQ, and Butuan.

4. When does the pilot run of Riot Unlocked start? The pilot run of Riot Unlocked starts on July 15, 2024.

5. How does Riot Unlocked contribute to the gaming community? Riot Unlocked aims to transform PC Cafes into community hubs where gamers can gather and enjoy Riot Games’ portfolio. It also seeks to make PC titles more accessible to Filipino gamers, fostering a stronger sense of community among players.