Esports group Gamers8 are back with a big US$1 million prize pool for its winners, with the tournament taking place in Saudi Arabia. The Street Fighter 6 esports tournament features players like Xian (who reps Secretlab), EVO 2023 SF6 winner AngryBird, MenaRD, Punk, Kakeru, OilKing, and many more!

How To Watch Gamers8 Street Fighter 6 Tournament

Gamers8 Street Fighter 6 Results

1. Ibushigin|Kakeru (JP)
2. NASR|AngryBird (Ken)
3. FLY|Punk (Cammy)
4. NASR|BigBird (Marisa)
5. Bandits|MenaRD (Luke, Blanka)
5. BLG|DCQ (JP)
7. SR|NuckleDu (Guile, Cammy)
7. BLG|Vxbao (JP, Ken)

This convention is one of the largest anime, comics, and gaming (ACG) events in Southeast Asia, bringing together thousands of comic book artists, cosplayers, game developers, Vtubers, illustrators, and fans.

In conjunction with its 15th-anniversary event, AniManGaki has been counting down to the main convention with two free entry roadshow events – Road to AniManGaki Johor (16th -18th June) at Sunway Big Box Retail Park and Road to AniManGaki Kuala Lumpur (3rd – 9th July) at Sunway Velocity Mall. These mini-events included ticket sales to AniManGaki 2023, cosplay competitions, live stage performances, anime vendors, special guest meetings, and more.

Fans who wish to purchase the tickets offline can purchase them at selected vendors across Selangor, Kuala Lumpur, and even Johor. Here’s a list of where you can buy them:

SELANGOR & KUALA LUMPUR

JOHOR

Alternatively, fans can get their hands on the tickets via online. The online tickets are offered with two different tier packages: the 3-Day Event Set and the Super Gaki Pack. To learn more and to purchase, click Here.

Date, Time & Location

Date: 25 – 27 August 2023
Time: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Location: Mines International Exhibition & Convention Centre (MIECC), Jalan Dulang, Mines Wellness City, 43300 Seri Kembangan, Selangor

Activities

For those who are going, AniManGaki has yet to release a floor plan, public schedule, or special guests that will grace the convention. However, we do know some of the confirmed activities stated on their official Facebook page are as follows:

• Artist Valley
• Cosplay Alley
• Vtuber Showcase
• Game Tournaments
• Stage Performance
• Exhibitors
• Carnival Games
• Live Stage Performances
• Special Guests
• Cosplay Competition
• AniManGaki Idol
• Art Competition
• Exhibits

Artist Valley

Count on spending extra money this year because there will be more than 200 talented artists showcasing their artworks for fans to purchase. A detailed booth directory plan has been released, showing where each artist will be located at each station, starting from row A to H. Check out which of your favourite “doujinshi” (artist) will be stationed where!

Row A01 – A38

Row B01 – B38

Row C01 – C38

Row D01 – D38

Row E01 – E37

Row F01 – F37

Row G01 – G20

Row H01 – H20

Cosplay Valley

A total of 77 cosplayers have been selected to be part of AniManGaki 2023! Check out the cosplay booth directory plan and the full list of cosplayers that will be attending the event:

Special Guests

What can fans expect this year? AniManGaki’s Facebook page says they will have “more jaw-dropping news coming.” As of now, they have revealed the first guest, and we’ll update this page as more guests are to be announced.

HAKKEN

A world-renowned cosplayer, model and Tokyo Tourism Ambassador, Hakken is a Malaysian-based cosplayer that specializes in portraying beautiful male anime characters with intracity and flair. Having amounting millions of followers across social media platforms, Hakken is synonymous to cosplay royalty and is known beyond the industry.

Vtubers

Vtuber fans, it’s time to rejoice as a whopping 100 Malaysian Vtubers will be joining this year’s AniManGaki! These talents will be located on the Upper Mezzanine floor of the AniManGaki hall. Talents will be divided into two separate groups called Featured Vtubers (FV) and Vtuber Spotlight (VS).

Check out the selected Vtubers and their respective booth for this year’s rendition:

FEATURED VTUBERS

BOOTH VF01 – VF08

BOOTH VF09 – VF16

BOOTH VF17 – VF24

BOOTH VF25 – VF28

VTUBER SPOTLIGHT

BOOTH VS01 – VS08

BOOTH VS09 – VS16

BOOTH VS17 – VS24

BOOTH VS25 – VS32

BOOTH VS33 – VS40

BOOTH VS41 – VS48

BOOTH VS49 -VS56

BOOTH VS57 – VS64

 BOOTH VS65 – VS71

Stay tuned on Kakuchopurei for more updates or follow Animangaki’s official Facebook page and Twitter.

40 teams from all over the world came together at the Copper Box Arena in London to fight for the chance to get a share of the $1 million prize pool. The Split 2 Playoffs is the last LAN before the ALGS Championship and also one of the last chance for teams to qualify.

DarkZero who are currently the reigning ALGS champions and, TSM, the Split 1 winners, both became match point eligible in the third game. As the Finals went on, three other teams entered the race for the prized title after hitting the 50-point mark.

It was only in the seventh game that a winner was found. Rhys ‘Zer0’ Perry was the hero as DarkZero came out on top of a highly contested final ring to claim the trophy for his team, DarkZero to reclaim their throne and hold TSM off in second place. The North American teams really outshined all the other regions, as they held all top five spots in the finals (DarkZero, TSM, Oxygen Esports, XSET, and FaZe).

Darkzero had a rough Split 1, and the team almost didn’t make the Playoffs and placed 13th in London. Brody ‘Xynew’ Geissler, their newest member, could not have dreamed of a better LAN debut.

INTERESTING FACTS

TEAM COMPOSITION PICKRATES

The teams at the tournament seem to love Bangalore and Seer in 3-player compositions more than the rest of the team. While the latter character has received nerfs as of late, he is still picked due to his Tactical Ability.

INDIVIDUAL LEGEND PICKRATE

It comes off as no surprise that Seer has the highest pick rate. He received a couple of “nerfs” during the Dressed to Kill Event just recently. However, most pros have agreed that these nerfs are more of a buff towards him. Reworking Seer to be less scan-focused by severely nerfing his wallhack potential and making his tactical ability a menace for team fights, as it is almost undodgeable makes it frustrating to play against since there are no counters to it. And so, Seer stays on top.

You can watch a video here on TSM Imperial Hal and the TSM coach, ‘Raven’ on why they think Seer has been buffed.

TOP 5 WEAPONS

Prowler is the #1 kills (846),  and is more than double the Nemesis (390) – and the CAR (379). SMGs are likely statistically to be that high due to all the teams waiting to fight late game. Shotguns are also not as consistent as SMGs which is why you don’t see it used as often.

In a recent post made by a famous Apex content creator, HisAndHersLive, they mentioned for an SMG nerf. Some pro players have agreed calling for a nerf to SMGs as a whole.

ALL END ZONES

If you’re a little bit of a geek, here are all the end zones during the 4 days at ALGS.

Storm Point

World’s Edge

Special thanks to Apex Legends Status for all the statistics. If you’d like to see more statistics in detail, you can head over here: https://apexlegendsstatus.com/

We also managed to get a picture with DarkZero’s Noyan “Genburten” Ozkose’s mother and brother after the event!

Starting with the ticket prizes, the General Admission ticket cost USD299, and includes access to all halls, early access to the BlizzCon Store, in-game content, and a backpack. The Portal Pass, priced at USD799, offers general admission perks and much more – allowing access to a private lounge featuring meet-and-greets, as well as separate registration and security lines.

The ticket prices have skyrocketed since the last in-person BlizzCon in 2019. Back then, General Admission was USD229, and Portal Pass was USD550. That’s a 30% increase in GA and a 45% increase in Portal Pass.

Tickets will go on sale in July 2023 across two waves. Wave 1 takes place live on Saturday, 8 July starting at 10 AM PT / 1 PM ET / 6 July, 1 AM MYT through AXS. At the same time, wave 2 will be available on Saturday, 22 July / 23 July, 1 AM MYT. A maximum of two tickets can be purchased per order.

For those who can’t make it to the show in person, BlizzCon 2023 will be live-streamed for free. if you wish to experience more than just watching the show, the Virtual Ticket can be purchased, which features in-game goodies, early access to exclusive BlizzCon merchandise, and more. Pricing for the Virtual Ticket was not announced.

BlizzCon 2023 takes place from 3-4 November in Anaheim, California. This year, Blizzard said the aim is to make the event “more experiential than ever before.” Fans can expect “massive installations, art, and thematic spaces” to showcase franchises like Warcraft, Diablo, and Overwatch. Attendees can also attend developer panels and learn about upcoming Blizzard projects. The first Overwatch World Cup Finals will take place at BlizzCon as well.

BlizzCon 2023 tickets will be available on 8 July and 22 July only. For more details, visit Blizzard’s official website.

In the meantime, catch a glimpse of what BlizzCon 2023 has in store via the official reveal trailer.

Also, there are a ton of high-level players in the tournament, mostly for Street Fighter 6 since sign-up numbers are close to 1,100 participants when compared with other titles. These top contenders include RB|Arslan Ash, Bandits|MenaRD, Punk, Kiba|Kkokkoma, XSET|iDom, 00|Phenom, Liquid|Riddles, GIA|Shanks, NuckleDu, FLY|Jmook, KDF|Ulsan, RB|Plup, Liquid|Hungrybox, Bandits|Caba, UYU|Jeondding, Talon|Book, RB|Anakin, Wizzrobe, Wero Asamiya, THY|Chikurin, A Foxy Grampa, Joey Fury, TUE|Shadow20z, END|Shine, Justin Wong, CRaZY|SuperAkouma, KS|Rikemansbarnet, Proton|Coach Steve, Seis Mx, Rise|Inzem, Justakid, Varrel|Pinya, Mao, Nephew, RR|Mono, Zane, FG|Marvelo, OD|FullAuto, KDF|CBM, KaneBlueRiver, Supernoon, LegendaryyPred, Smug, Liquid|Dabuz, Jibrill, Solstice, wG|ApolloKage, ScrawtVermillion, RocklandKyo, 26R|MuteAce, RayRay, 00|Veggey, HB|Docta Afrikan E.X., HawaiianShirtMan, PAR|Ty, JurassicOri, Falcon|Ghirlanda, Dragons|Raef, TUE|Genghis D0n, GOH|Yurikov, Flocker, Comite|FKang, Dinasty|Gummy, TDC|Mystic, GHZ|Chino Funkey, GCYoshi13, and NoelBHungry, to name just a few.

Schedule

GMT+8: Add 12 hours.

How To Watch CEO 2023

Watch the CEO 2023 livestream below.

CEO 2023 Results & Highlights

Street Fighter 6

1. Bandits|MenaRD
2. Nephew (Juri)
3.Punk (Cammy, Juri)
4. StickyFingers (Manon)
5. Bandits|Caba (Guile)
5. XSET|iDom (Manon, Juri)
7. Zeke (Juri)
7. Goatgloat (Juri)

Tekken 7

1. DH|JeonDDing (Julia, Eddy)
2. KDF|CBM (Noctis)
3. Varrel|Pinya (Master Raven)
4. Kiba|Kkokkoma (Feng, Kunimitsu, Lidia)
5. PAR|PhiDX (Noctis)
5. THY|Chikurin (Leroy, Geese)
7. RB|Arslan Ash (Kunimitsu)
7. Falcon|Ghirlanda (Katarina)

Guilty Gear Strive

1. Eddventure (Jack-O)
2. TNS|MFCR (Leo)
3. FG|Marvelo (Chipp)
4. Supernoon (Bridget, Ramletal)
5. NE|Testyourluck (Nagoriyuki)
5. Dejojo (Baiken)
7. BC|LordKnight (Baiken)
7. FG|Kreator (Giovanna)

Super Smash Bros. Ultimate

1. Liquid|Dabuz (Rosalina & Luma, Olimar, Min Min)
2. Liquid|Riddles (Kazuya, Terry)
3. iXA|Yaura (Samus)
4. MVD (Snake)
5. CF|Riku (Steve)
5. wG|ApolloKage (Snake)
7. NS|BeastModePaul (Hero, Sephiroth)
7. 26R|Esam (Pikachu)

The King of Fighters XV

1. CN|Wero Asamiya (Kyo, B. Jenet, Iori)
2. GHZ|Chino Funkey (Ralf, Clark, Heidern)
3. Cornite|FKang (Joe, Kyo, Chizuru | Kyo, Chizuru, Krohnen | Others)
4. ON|RocklandKyo (Benimaru, Shun’ei, Iori)
5. TN|Yurikov (Meitenkun, Luong, B. Jenet | Meitenkun, Luong, Isla)
5. RB|Arslan Ash (Kyo, B. Jenet, Athena | King, Athena, Krohnen | Others)
7. Dinasty|Gummy (Chizuru, Krohnen, B. Jenet)
7. Proton|Coach Steve (Orochi Yashiro, Ryo, Krohnen)

LEAP (Liga Esports Antara Parliament) 2023 Season 1 has seen some willing up-and-coming gamers and would-be players duking it out in Mobile Legends, Gigabash, FIFA 23, and Street Fighter 6. Here’s a quick recap of the preliminaries:

Setiawangsa

Date: Saturday, 10 June 2023
Time: 10:00AM – 6:00PM
Venue: TGV AEON AU2, G77, AEON AU2 Shopping Centre, 6, Jalan Taman Setiawangsa, 37/56, AU2, Taman Keramat, 54200 Kuala Lumpur

Total Contenders: 66 registered players

The teams/players representing LEAP 2023 Setiawangsa in FIFA 23, GigaBash, Street Fighter 6, and MLBB, ranking from preliminary winner to runner-up.

• FIFA 23 qualified players: Ahmad Farid bin Abdul Aziz & Putera Sufrie Nizam bin Subardron.
• GigaBash qualified players: Muhammad Nur Aiman bin Nordin & Mohamad Khairulazam.
• Street Fighter 6 qualified players: Syed Ariff Syah bin Syed & Abdul Razak bin Noh.
• MLBB qualified teams: Team Shafiq Zulkipli & Team Safwan Haiman.

Meet the teams representing #LEAP2023 Setiawangsa in FIFA 23, GigaBash, Street Fighter 6, and MLBB.

Each team showed their dedication & skills to qualify for the Grand Final this 24 June.#LigaEsportsAntaraParlimen #EsportsMalaysia pic.twitter.com/zn6jFsVap1

— Kakuchopurei (@Kakuchopurei) June 10, 2023

The first-ever LEAP 2023 event was a huge win! With esports players of all ages and skill levels gathering under one roof. The MP of Setiawangsa, YB Nik Nazmi officiated the launch of LEAP Season 1 Setiawangsa Preliminaries. He even got the chance to play Street Fighter 6 with our CEO, Kenn Leandre.

Our very first ever #LEAP event was a huge W ? , with esports players from all ages and skill levels gathering under one roof.

Thank you to @TGVCinemas for the huge venue, our gaming friends, and the Setiawangsa community in the incredible support for LEAP??

Next stop, Bangi! pic.twitter.com/2AKfHHn4R1

— Kakuchopurei (@Kakuchopurei) June 10, 2023

Each Setiawangsa player showed their dedication & skills against each other in earning a spot for the LEAP Season 1 Grand Finals, representing the Setiawangsa constituency.

Bangi

Date: Saturday, 17 June 2023
Time: 10:00AM – 6:00PM
Venue: EVO Mall, Kompleks EVO, Jalan Medan 2D, Seksyen 9, 43650 Bandar Baru Bangi, Selangor

Total Contenders: 84 registered players

The teams/players representing LEAP 2023 Bangi in FIFA 23, GigaBash, Street Fighter 6, and MLBB.

• FIFA 23 qualified players: Mohd Farhan Fahmy bin Mohd Helmy & Muhammad Danial bin Mohd Zaki.
• GigaBash qualified players: Tengku Saifuddeen bin Tengku Noor Ashraf & Muhamad Alham Zuhri.
• Street Fighter 6 qualified players: Hezraat Ridzuan bin Rusli & Muhammad Amirul bin Ahmadin.
• MLBB qualified teams: Team HAQ & Team Eren.

Check out the teams representing #LEAP2023 Bangi in FIFA 23, Street Fighter 6, GigaBash and MLBB out of over 80 candidates.

Just 4 days remain until Setiawangsa & Bangi finally face off in the first-ever LEAP Grand Finals ?? pic.twitter.com/DnFz1fjsGM

— Kakuchopurei (@Kakuchopurei) June 20, 2023

It was an even larger turnout at the Bangi Preliminary #LEAP2023 tournament ?

Huge shoutout to @Evo_Mall for the large venue, our friends especially @themagicrainMY and @CheapremeBrand, and the awesome Bangi community for the incredible support for LEAP! pic.twitter.com/mHWT3aPMsO

— Kakuchopurei (@Kakuchopurei) June 20, 2023

The second event was an even larger turnout at the Bangi Preliminary LEAP 2023 tournament. Fans and gamers gathered together under one roof sharing the same passion for esports. MP of Bangi, Syahredzan Johan officiated the event and showed his support for the Bangi players who attended. He also played Street Fighter 6 with our CEO and Content Director.

We had the privileged to interview YB Syahredzan Johan on his thoughts about the esports scene in Malaysia & gaming in general.

Grand Finals Information

Congratulations to the top players of the tournament. They will be representing their respective factions in the grand finals that will take place at ATO Gaming Cafe, TTDI.

For more updates on LEAP, follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Free entry for visitors to witness the epic showdown between Setiawangsa and Bangi. We hope to see you there!

Animangaki 2023 3-Day Event Ticket Set is RM120 for 3 tickets – one (1) wristband for Day 1 (Friday), one (1) wristband for Day 2 (Saturday), and one (1) wristband for Day 3 (Sunday). The set also includes one grand ruffle lucky draw ticket, one carnival game play coupon, one Animangaki 2023 event coaster, and a hall pass to skip the long entry queue to the convention.

Early birds can get a RM10 discount using the code [AMG2023] during check out and only applies to the first 3,000 attendees. This set offers a self-collect option at their physical roadshows, Cardinals Hobby Store, or at the ticket counter during the event day itself. Head over here to purchase.

If you wish to attend the convention for one day, tickets are only available for offline purchase at The Mines Convention Centre. Single day tickets cost RM45 per day. You can choose either day of the Animangaki 2023 convention. Expect to queue in a line of thousands of people and missed out on performances, workshops, or panels. Once the offline ticket cap reaches 15,000, the ticket counter will be closed.

The Super Gaki Pack offers everything in the 3-Day Event Ticket Set, including one official event lanyard, one event T-shirt, one Super Gaki Pass, and one event exclusive box sleeve. In contrast to the day ticket pass, the Super Gaki Pass can only be used up to three times to skip queues at selected autograph sessions, panels, and workshops. Head here to purchase.

Special category attendees – senior citizens (above 60 years old), children (below 11 years old) and the less abled (OKU) must purchase tickets offline during the event day at a dedicated express lane. The tickets cost only RM20 per day.

Tickets bought online can only be expected to be delivered on 1 July 2023. We recommend purchasing any of the online tickets early to be included in the first ticket delivery batch.

Animangaki will celebrate its 15th Anniversary this year at The Mines International Exhibition & Convention Centre (MIECC) from 25 to 27 August 2023. No other specifics have been announced yet but we do know that this year’s theme is “Astronomical”. More details and information will be released closer to the event itself.

In the meantime, stay tuned on Kakuchopurei for more updates or follow Animangaki’s official Facebook page.

The event drew a diverse crowd, featuring seasoned Street Fighter players and enthusiastic newcomers. Notable local players and popular streamers added a touch of stardom to the gathering, making it a truly memorable occasion.

The launch party featured a range of activities to cater to every fan’s interests. One exciting attraction was the booth showcasing keyboards and other PC equipment, allowing attendees to enhance their gaming setups. Additionally, a talented fighting stick modder group called Raretech was present, offering attendees the chance to customize their Fighting Sticks to their liking. This helps add a personal touch to their gaming experience and pro gaming aspirations.

To add to the excitement, a series of giveaways took place throughout the event. Participants had a chance to win a pair of high-quality earphones simply by purchasing something from the nearby café and using their receipt as a giveaway ticket. This ingenious idea ensured that attendees not only enjoyed the gaming extravaganza but also had a chance to walk away with some cool prizes.

In addition, there was also an arcade stick museum display (courtesy of Infinite Carnage founder Leon Soo), showcasing the many fighting tools from the way back until now in pristine condition. Even our custom Raretech joysticks (from Animangaki 2022) got the display treatment; it’s a lovely display that’s perfect for a venue that’s meant to celebrate the launch of a new fighting game era.

The Tournament

Undoubtedly, the highlight of the launch party was the tournament held by Infinite Carnage. 32 skilled players went head-to-head, showcasing their expertise and fighting spirit in intense matches. As the competition progressed, the tension grew, and the crowd was on the edge of their seats. The grand final was a spectacle to behold, with the two remaining fighters, Looi2211, a Chun-Li main, and Takawa, a Ryu main.

Looi2211 had come back through the lower bracket after being knocked down in the upper bracket quarterfinals by the eventual 2nd runner-up GigatonLT5, losing 2-1. Looi221 got his revenge in the lower bracket final where he knocked GigatonLT5 out of the tournament with a convincing 3-1 scoreline. Looi2211 went on to beat Takawa in the first best-of-5, 3-2, resetting the bracket, meaning he would need to beat Takawa once more to win the tournament. In a nail-biting Grand Final, the crowd erupted with applause and cheers, as Looi2211 secured the victory yet again with a close 3-2 scoreline, making the moment truly unforgettable.

For tournament prizes, GigatonLT5 received a PS5 copy of Street Fighter 6 as the 2nd runner-up. Takawa received a brand new PS5 controller as the 1st runner-up. And for the grand prize, Looi2211 received a new PlayStation fighting stick.

The overall atmosphere of the event was electric, as fans and enthusiasts came together to share their passion for the Street Fighter franchise. Laughter, friendly banter, and enthusiastic conversations filled the room, creating a sense of camaraderie among the attendees. The launch party successfully brought together a community of like-minded individuals, united by their love for the game.

While there were no exclusive announcements or reveals during the event, attendees had the opportunity to experience Street Fighter 6 firsthand. During the tournament’s break before the quarterfinals, everyone present was invited to play friendly matches against each other at the dedicated tournament stations. This allowed everyone in attendance to immerse themselves in the new game and engage in thrilling battles with fellow fans.

As the event came to a close, three lucky winners walked away with coveted earphones in the giveaway draw. The excitement and anticipation surrounding the announcement of the winners added an extra layer of thrill to the occasion.

The Street Fighter 6 Launch Party at ATO Gaming Cafe was an incredible celebration of gaming, fierce competition, and community. It provided an ideal platform for Street Fighter enthusiasts to connect, share their skills, and revel in the joy of the new game. With an electrifying atmosphere and unforgettable moments, the launch party undoubtedly left a lasting impression on all who attended, cementing the Street Fighter legacy in the hearts of fans in Kuala Lumpur.

The panel session was held at Microsoft’s office which was surprisingly colourful and cozy. I arrived an hour early and sat beside the refreshments table, thinking to myself, if I were to be awkward, at least I could do it sitting down here with a cup of tea in my hand. Soon enough I was joined by a fashionably dressed petite young lady who said she too was pitter-pattering around awkwardly.

But why am I even bothering to talk about this?

Tania, the young lady who sat beside me, writes for the Tatler Asia. She writes more about lifestyle and I well, I write on gaming, but we found a common ground. We bonded over the fact that growing up for us wasn’t easy when it came to beauty standards. We’re both tanned, with curly hair and that was not what the beauty standards were set at back when I was a kid, which was over 20 years ago. We talked about how we’ve definitely evolved and become more inclusive of different skin colours, body types, etc. I shared with her about how it made me happy that my favourite game, Apex Legends, added an Indian character to the game awhile ago, Rampart (Ramya Parekh), and one of her legendary skins is a classic traditional outfit.

Honestly growing up in a space where the internet is just widespread, I’d never dream that something like this would be in a video game when I was younger. Back then, women were so sexualized in games. There was a specific stereotype that the industry catered to. It’s one of the many reasons why I love games like Apex Legends and Overwatch. The inclusivity, the diversity. It gives everyone a voice. But enough about that, I want to talk about the lovely panel that truly inspired me while I was there.

First, let’s talk about LeadWomen, an organization that strives to ensure that workplaces and boardrooms are diverse, equitable and inclusive for all to thrive and succeed fairly. They run several programmes to empower women to grow and meet their full potential. The panel featured Deepti Saraf, the General Manager of Roche Malaysia, Sarina Sundara Rajah, a gymnast who has represented our country in the SEA games,  Asian games, Commonwealth games, and well, she’s got a whole lot of achievements under her belt, but she is also the Founding President of Safe Sport Malaysia.

Then we have our very own Sophie Azlan, who as we all know and love here at Kakuchopurei. She is a game developer, a lecturer and has won pretty much an Oscar for gaming. The moderator of the day was Freda Liu, is a global speaker, a broadcast journalist, an emcee. Well, she has a lot going under her name, but to put it plainly, she is a powerhouse and she commands the attention of everyone in the room when she speaks.

On Harassment & Inequality

A recurring theme we see when it comes to women in the workforce, or in any industry for that matter, is harassment, whether it’s sexual, verbal. Harassment occurs, and why has it become a norm? We’re really not taken seriously, even in the gaming space. Something Sarina mentioned really stayed with me. “Malaysians are more reactive than proactive.” Why are we not doing more to prevent things and instead waiting for things to happen first before thinking about ways of prevention? We don’t really have to do much. Having conversations is more than enough and something achievable that everybody can participate in.

Sophie mentioned that yes, it’s wonderful being up here, championing us women. But really, what she wants most of all is to be recognized for her achievements, not just as a woman in her industry, but for the fact that she’s done so much more for the industry than what a lot of people have. I think this is something all women can relate to. In gaming, if you’re a woman, I’m sure you can resonate with me when I say speaking in game can be pretty terrifying, especially if it’s in a competitive environment. And when we do speak, it goes two ways. People either start acting “simpy”, a good example of this is sometimes players are happy to “drop” weapons for us women.

And on the other spectrum, people get hostile. “Go back to the kitchen.” YES. This still happens.

As someone who plays competitive games, I wish people would treat me normally. I’m just a gamer, trying to play games, trying to enjoy the same games that everyone else is playing. There’s so much we can expand on, and so much we can talk about, but I’m not here to lecture you or to accuse you of anything. I’m just a gamer. I just want to be seen as just that. A gamer.

The day ended when we all sat at different tables, representing different industries where we talked about ways we can solve the current issues we face. We definitely have a long way to go, but we have to start somewhere. The experience as I said, was something I did not expect. I wish more women would have the same opportunity that I did to attend something similar to this. With that, I leave you something that stayed with me from this session.

“Give more power to our dreams than our fears.” – Deepti Saraf, General Manager of Roche Malaysia.

GSC recently opened a new cinema at GSC IOI City Mall in Putrajaya. The cinema has a combined total of 26 screens under one roof, complete with “end-to-end lifestyle offerings to enhance Malaysians’ cinematic experiences”. The new cinema outlet also has a cozy dinner area with special food and milkshake offerings from Happy Food Co.

To entice the media and partners further during the launch on 26 May (last Monday), the opening was capped off with an exclusive screening of Spider-Man: Across The Spiderverse, the latest animated movie from Sony Pictures and Marvel. You can check out our review of the Spider-Man movie here.

All in all, it was a fun time to see yet another lovely-looking cinema hall to showcase more movies, especially in the Putrajaya area. Check out the pictures and videos of the auspicious event below:

Our team attended @GSCinemas IOI City Mall 2's Grand Opening (East Wing) today, Malaysia's largest cinema; featuring Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse cosplayers.

Stay tuned for our review of the #SpiderVerse sequel! pic.twitter.com/p91wGSO0zW

— Kakuchopurei (@Kakuchopurei) May 29, 2023

@kakuchopurei

GSC Malaysia just launched one of its biggest cinemas recently, and we saw it all. Also, Spider-Men! #spiderman #sony #spiderverse #gscmovies #malaysia

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