Campus Playfest 2025 is gearing up to be one of the biggest student-centered gaming and cosplay events in the Philippines this year.

Happening on December 7–8, 2025, at the Music Hall, SM Mall of Asia, the festival promises a weekend packed with esports, cosplay, tech showcases, and community-driven activities that celebrate the vibrant gaming culture of Filipino youth. These events continue to reinforce SM Cyberzone as the country’s ultimate hub for tech, gaming, and geek culture.

If you’re planning to attend, here’s everything you need to know and what to expect from this year’s Campus Playfest.

Campus Playfest 2025: What You Need to Know

Cosplay for a Cause

One of the highlights is Dominate: Causeplay Runway, a cosplay competition powered by Converge. With a ₱40,000 prize pool up for grabs, participants will not only showcase their creativity but also support Hound Haven Philippines, an animal shelter. Expect jaw-dropping costumes, heartfelt performances, and getting together for a noble cause, all brought together under the Cyberzone banner that champions geek artistry and community spirit.

Esports Grand Finals

Esports fans are in for a treat with the Philippine Collegiate Championship (PCC) Grand Finals for Mobile Legends: Bang Bang. Top college teams will battle it out for the national title, while Honor of Kings will host its Campus Series Finals, spotlighting the best collegiate talent in the country. If you’re into competitive gaming, this is where the action will be.

Tech Meets Lifestyle

Campus Playfest’s Official Smartphone Partner, realme, is bringing more than just gadgets. Expect a Fashion Show and Brand Ambassador Search, headlined by Sharlene San Pedro and DocZ Gaming. It’s a fusion of tech and lifestyle that puts the spotlight on the next generation of creators and influencers.

Tabletop and Community Activities

For tabletop enthusiasts, Ludus will host learn-to-play sessions featuring titles like Marvel Crisis Protocol, Halo Firefight, Conquest, Flesh and Blood, Deadzone, and Magic: The Gathering. Beyond that, attendees can join fun competitions including:

• Just Dance PH showdown
• Campus Quad Fight Tekken 8 tournament
• Beyblade X battles
• FlipSpin Yoyo Komunidad’s Throwdown Volume 4

Whether you’re into digital or analog play, there’s something for everyone.

Meet the Playpeeps and Creators

Campus Playfest is also a hub for content creators. The Playpeeps—Buunja, Erin Cordovez, Humay, Ajax, Eivan, and Pomponmy—will headline Playground Wars, a three-episode series filled with fun classroom antics and personal stories. Fans can meet them in person, along with creators from XLNZ Uprising, who will be giving away surprise prizes to attendees completing CCEPlay quests.

These activities embody Cyberzone’s mission to bring diverse communities together, whether through digital or real-life events that foster engagement and connections.

New Digital Experience with CCEPlay

This year introduces CCEPlay, a gamified engagement platform that connects communities through digital quests, surveys, playtests, and rewards. Attendees can scan QR codes at booths, complete their digital passport, and join the Campus Play-migay raffles for exclusive prizes. It’s a new way to interact with brands and maximize your event experience.

At its core, Campus Playfest is a Cyberzone-powered experience that features esports, cosplay, tech showcases, and creator meetups. Head on over to the Music Hall at SM Mall of Asia on December 7-8, because if you’re looking for a fun time, we #GotItAtCyberzone!