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Manila Bulletin devider Technews devider Five nations, one title: 'The Grand Champions' marks MU New Dawn's first-ever SEA Tournament Series

Five nations, one title: 'The Grand Champions' marks MU New Dawn's first-ever SEA Tournament Series

Published Jan 30, 2026 09:17 am
On the heels of the successful MU New Dawn debut, PlayPark, in partnership with Webzen and Kingnet, is proud to unveil The Grand Champions, a premier tournament that marks a new era for competitive gaming in Southeast Asia.
The competition will bring together top players from the Philippines, Thailand, Singapore, Malaysia, and Indonesia to compete for regional recognition and a significant prize pool. It also marks a milestone for the franchise as the first officially sanctioned Southeast Asian tournament in MU’s history.
The Grand Champions will feature two formats: Solo Mode (1v1), focused on individual skill and class mastery, and Team Mode (3v3), emphasizing coordination, strategy, and team play.
The tournament reflects a continued effort by PlayPark, Webzen, and Kingnet to build a sustainable competitive ecosystem for MU New Dawn and establish a new benchmark for the franchise in Southeast Asia.
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Official "The Grand Champions" Tournament Website: mu-newdawn.playpark.com/tgctournament/
Official Website: mu-newdawn.playpark.com
Facebook Official Page: facebook.com/MUNewDawnbyPlayParkPH/
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#TheGrandChampions #SEATournament #MUNewDawn #PlayPark #WEBZEN #Kingnet
About MU New Dawn — Step into MU New Dawn. The official new chapter of the legendary MU franchise, fully licensed by Webzen and Kingnet.
Unleash Glory in PvP & Guild Wars – A Legend Reborn: rise through the ranks and engage in real-time battles where only the strongest prevail. Join forces with allies or stand alone to dominate the battlefield and etch your name into MU legend.
Five Unique Classes. One Epic Destiny. Choose your choice from 5 classic MU classes – each with distinct skills, playstyles, and legendary evolutions.
Conquer Fierce Bosses. Claim Epic Loot: face off against world bosses and elite monsters. Take them down for a chance to earn ultra-rare gear and glory.
Fast Progression. Instant Strength – Greatness Waits for No One: grind and instant growth. Accelerate your rise with smart systems that reward active play & mastery.
Limitless Growth & Rule with Free VIP: Enjoy free VIP access from the start. Boost your journey with premium benefits and stand out on every battlefield.
Will you stand tall with the rising light or fall beneath the fate?
THE BATTLE FOR THE BRAVES BEGIN NOW!
About PlayPark — PlayPark is a leading online game publisher in Southeast Asia under Asphere Innovations Public Company Limited, with operations in Thailand, Singapore, the Philippines, Malaysia, Indonesia, and Vietnam. With more than 20 years of industry experience, PlayPark has launched over 170 PC and mobile titles across multiple genres, including MMORPGs. As of Q1 2025, the company serves more than 4 million active players across the region.
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