GameZone celebrates Alas skills and purpose with rebranded GameZone Tour

From season to season, GameZone has reached new heights of development. Increasing the stakes, making it more enjoyable, offering entertainment for the greater good, and maintaining its competitive element while continuing to motivate other players. 

At the PNB Events Hall in Pasay City on March 8, GameZone wrapped up its enhanced tournament series, the GameZone Tour: Tongits Plus Champions Cup Season 4. On March 5, the tournament's offline phases got underway, with the top 36 players vying to place in the top 9 and advance to the semifinals.

With the coveted golden trophy up for grabs, the season featured an incredible ₱10 million prize fund. The game continued until only Ahrold Tubig, Gina Bengco, and Pilar Fernandez—three of the top players who controlled their individual tables—remained out of 36 players.

Tubig led Bengco and Fernandez in the first part of the final match, which pitted the top three finalists against each other in a series of exhausting rounds. As they fought it out, each player's unique abilities and game expertise were on display.

The players were questioned on their general experience and strategy for the second half of the championship game during the halftime break. Tubig showed wonderful sportsmanship by wishing his competitors success and mentioning that he has been using the GameZone app for two years.

Bengco, who came in second, claimed to have been using the GameZone software for three years. The eldest of the three, Fernandez, revealed that she had been using regular playing cards to play the game since she was a teenager. "Try and try until you succeed" is her inspirational advice for anyone who want to participate in the competition.

(L-R) President of Gamemaster Integrated Inc., Jasper Vicencio, together with Pilar Fernandez, 
Gina Bengco, and Ahrold Tubig

The Glory Ring competition, a side competition that runs concurrently with the main game, is one of the exciting new gameplay elements that have been added to the entire GameZone experience. Renato Flores won the tournament debut, and there were 60 players competing for the golden ring and reward.

The Games and Amusement Board supported the competition and reaffirmed its message of responsible gaming by attending the event. 

Rafael Jasper Vicencio, President of Gamemaster Integrated Inc., was also in attendance. He spoke live during the Gamemaster Talks part about how DigiPlus and GameZone are leading the industry in innovation and creating immersive experiences for its players.

He added that the company has contributed to creating a secure gaming environment for its customers by enforcing stringent KYC (know your customer) checks, self-exclusion, and reminders on responsible gaming.

Celebrities Awra Briguela, Yskaela Fujimoto, and Christine Samson attended a celebrity match for a cause organized by comedian and actress Negi, adding even more fun with a reason. Their prizes were given to Friends of Saint Mary MacKillop Inc., LoveYourself Inc., and the FutureSmart Scholars program of the DigiPlus Foundation.

A celebrity match for a cause during the GameZone Tour

Angela Camins-Wieneke, Executive Director of the DigiPlus Foundation, presented the awards. It was how DigiPlus and GameZone extended their efforts to support different organizations in accordance with their individual missions and areas of focus.

With their own families and friends present, the audience cheered for their preferred player to win as the second half of the game progressed. Some streamed on the GameZone Tour social media page at the same time.

The game ended with Tubig maintaining his lead with 23,300 points, winning and taking home his championship trophy and the ₱5 million grand prize after a protracted, intense battle. Pilar Fernandez, the audience favorite, ended third with 14,200 points and earned ₱500,000, while Bengco finished second with 22,500 points and ₱1 million.

The finalists of GameZone Tour: Tongits Plus Champions Cup Season 4

In addition to the competition, the rebranded GameZone Tour experience added side games and booths that enticed visitors to participate in order to win prizes. Throughout the day, GameZone presented community-driven projects in collaboration with the DigiPlus Foundation.

As the fight got underway, a champion was also unveiled. World boxing champion and legend Manny Pacquiao joined the GameZone as its newest brand ambassador, promoting the Ikaw ang Alas campaign, which will help the tournament's competitors win the GameZone Tour 2026.

Manny Pacquiao announced as GameZone’s newest brand ambassador

As their abilities improved throughout the competition, everyone got a taste of the real GameZone. The GameZone Tour: Tongits Plus Champions Cup will go on all year long, offering both new and seasoned community members entertainment as more games are added to the competition.

About DigiPlus

DigiPlus Interactive Corp. pioneered digital entertainment in the Philippines. It introduced the leading platforms BingoPlus and ArenaPlus, widely known for their engaging interactive gaming and sports entertainment experiences. DigiPlus also operates GameZone, with more to come. For more information visit www.digiplus.com.ph.

DigiPlus strengthens player protection with surety bond for BingoPlus, ArenaPlus, and GameZone

The nation's leading provider of digital entertainment, DigiPlus Interactive Corp., which also owns BingoPlus, ArenaPlus, and GameZone, today announced a historic alliance with Philippine First Insurance Co.  Inc. (PhilFirst), the first domestic insurance provider in the nation.  Together, they have established the first-ever surety bond program for online gamers in the Philippines, therefore raising the bar for player protection.  The program is instantly effective.

As long as their eKYC (electronic Know-Your-Customer) information is current and they continue to play within the platform's rules, gamers will have greater peace of mind each time they log in.  They now enjoy BingoPlus, ArenaPlus, and GameZone knowing their wallets and balances are even more protected, whether they are casual gamers or devoted fans celebrating a significant win.

This program provides eligible athletes with an additional financial safety net.  Without requiring clients to buy an additional policy, the surety bond protects player balances up to ₱1 million per player.

“DigiPlus is proud to be the first in the industry to roll out this level of consumer protection. We are committed to putting our players first. With this surety bond, they can play confidently on BingoPlus, ArenaPlus, and GameZone, knowing that their funds are safeguarded.” ~Eusebio H. Tanco, DigiPlus Chairman

DigiPlus' dedication to dependable customer service and protection is reinforced by this most recent action, which adds the surety bond to its 130+ physical BingoPlus locations countrywide and round-the-clock customer support—both of which are already dependable and convenient for players.

By adding the surety bond, DigiPlus is further elevating industry standards by providing its clients with a more robust assurance of trust, security, and peace of mind in addition to entertaining and cutting-edge gaming options.

About DigiPlus Interactive Corp.

DigiPlus Interactive Corp. pioneered digital entertainment in the Philippines. It introduced leading platforms BingoPlus, ArenaPlus, and GameZone, widely known for their engaging experiences in interactive gaming and sports entertainment. For more information, visit: www.digiplus.com.ph.

About PhilFirst

PhilFirst Insurance is the first Filipino domestic insurance company in the Philippines, offering a wide array of non-life insurance coverage to individuals and corporations.

Established in 1906, PhilFirst provides insurance services for homes, motor vehicles, personal accidents, travel, liability, marine, engineering, and bonds. The Company is dedicated to delivering excellent and personalized service to ensure customer satisfaction while addressing the needs of its partners, brokers, agents, and stakeholders.

We maintain a team of highly competent and motivated employees who adhere to our corporate values of excellence, integrity, creativity, innovation, and social responsibility.

At PhilFirst, we’re proud to bring our 119 years of insurance expertise into the digital entertainment space through this groundbreaking partnership with DigiPlus. Protecting the hard-earned funds of BingoPlus, ArenaPlus, and GameZone players reflects our promise to keep evolving with the market while staying true to our core mission: giving Filipinos peace of mind so they can fully enjoy life’s opportunities. This surety bond is more than a product – it’s proof that PhilFirst is ready to safeguard customers wherever innovation takes them.

IT’S A MATCH! GameZone launches dynamic new chapter with Vice Ganda as its first-ever ambassador

Mr. Jasper Vicencio posing alongside Vice Ganda at the GameZone Grand Launch.

The game just got bolder and better as GameZone, DigiPlus' newest brand, held its grand premiere on May 28, 2025, attracting some of the nation's most prominent media representatives, bloggers, influencers, and distinguished guests.

Vice Ganda greeting the GameZone family during the brand’s grand launch.

The game just got bolder and better as GameZone, DigiPlus' newest brand, held its grand premiere on May 28, 2025, attracting some of the nation's most prominent media representatives, bloggers, influencers, and distinguished guests.

Introducing GameZone's redefined and enhanced new logo, a more fluid user experience, and the first-ever brand ambassador, Asia's Phenomenal Unkabogable Superstar, Vice Ganda--the landmark event will undoubtedly reach new heights of ganda!

Mr. Jasper Vicencio, president of GameZone, unveiled the new design of the company's logo and explained how it embodies the brand's story.  He also stressed the brand's goal of creating a community among its gamers.

Mr. Vicencio thanked the visitors and media partners for their unwavering support of the event throughout his speech.  The attendees, who have also been supporting DigiPlus's other two major gaming companies, were acknowledged by him.

Additionally, he thanked Vice Ganda for allowing GameZone to use her extensive platform to advocate for safe gaming while promoting enjoyment and entertainment.

Vice Ganda, the multimedia superstar of the Philippines, was there to spread positive energy and boost the momentum.  Subsequently, they unveiled the eye-catching billboard and the animated television ad that starred Meme Vice.

In addition, Vice Ganda answered questions from members of the press during a Q&A session. In response to a question about what it was about GameZone that convinced her to accept the endorsement, she said, "Well, unang una, maganda ang bigayan dito!" The crowd burst out laughing.

Even though her humorous comment contained some truth, Vice Ganda emphasized the important reason she consented to work with GameZone.  claiming that her goals and those of the brand are exactly the same.

“GameZone and I, we both share the same goal of giving entertainment, fun, enjoyment and good vibes to our consumers… Ang sarap malaman na isang araw, mayroong isang brand, malaking brand at magandang brand, na nagsasabing naniniwala kami sa’yo at gusto ka naming makapareha sa aming misyon. Kaya, maraming maraming salamat sa buong pamilya ng GameZone.” ~Vice Ganda, first-ever brand ambassador, Asia’s Phenomenal Unkabogable Superstar

The recently improved and revitalized GameZone will provide Filipinos a new favorite hobby that will undoubtedly improve their gaming experience.  It's 'game on' at GameZone! And remember, “Play for fun. Play Responsibly. Gambling is not an accepted way of livelihood and does not solve financial problems.”

DigiPlus Interactive Corp. pioneered digital entertainment in the Philippines. It introduced leading platforms BingoPlus and ArenaPlus, widely known for their engaging experiences in interactive gaming and sports entertainment. DigiPlus also operates GameZone, with more to come. For more information, visit: www.digiplus.com.ph.