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Phygital International business and news from across the web.- Games of the Future 2026 announces Mobile Legends: Bang Bang MOBA Mobile tournament in AstanaThe Games of the Future 2026 has announced that Mobile Legends: Bang Bang will be featured in its MOBA Mobile tournament in Astana. Sixteen invited teams will compete for a US$900,000 prize pool from August 6-9, 2026, at the Zhaksylyk Ushkempirov Martial Arts Palace. This marks the second consecutive year for MLBB at the event, which aims to fuse physical and digital competition.
- Games of the Future 2026 Confirms Global Lineup for AstanaThe Games of the Future 2026 has confirmed its final lineup of over 800 athletes from more than 50 nations competing in Astana from July 29 to August 9. The event will feature popular titles like Dota 2, Counter-Strike 2, and PUBG: Battlegrounds, alongside unique phygital disciplines combining digital gameplay with live sports, with a total prize pool exceeding US$4 million.
- Phygital Contenders Astana 2026 Concludes: Final Games of the Future Qualifiers ConfirmedThe Phygital Contenders Astana 2026 tournament has concluded, confirming the final qualifiers for the upcoming Games of the Future 2026. Champions were crowned in Phygital Football, Basketball, and Dancing, with ACF x Allur, ZM NITUI, and Andres Guardo taking top honors respectively. The event highlighted the global appeal and competitive spirit of phygital sports, with all qualified teams now set for the main event in Astana.
- Phygital Contenders Astana 2026 Wraps Up with New Champions and Games of the Future 2026 Qualifiers ConfirmedPhygital Contenders Astana 2026 has concluded, with over 60 athletes qualifying for the Games of the Future 2026. The event featured competitions in Phygital Football, Basketball, and Dancing, showcasing a blend of physical and digital skills. The Games of the Future 2026 are scheduled to take place in Astana from July 29 to August 9, featuring a wider range of disciplines and a significant prize pool.
- The Last Chance For a Games of the Future 2026 Ticket: Phygital Contenders Astana 2026 Kick OffThe Phygital Contenders Astana 2026 tournament has begun, serving as the final qualification event for teams seeking a spot in the Games of the Future 2026. This tournament, running from June 10-14, features disciplines like Phygital Football, Basketball, and Dancing, with a significant prize pool across multiple events for the upcoming Games of the Future 2026.
- Phygital Contenders Astana 2026 Kicks Off as Teams Battle for Final Places at GOTF 2026Phygital Contenders Astana 2026, a qualification tournament for the Games of the Future 2026, has begun in Astana, Kazakhstan. Over 200 participants from more than 20 countries are competing for the final spots in phygital football, basketball, and dancing. The Games of the Future 2026 will also be held in Astana from July 29 to August 9, featuring a multimillion-dollar prize pool.
- UFL Set To Return as Official Game Title for Phygital Football at the Games of the Future 2026UFL has been announced as the official game title for the Phygital Football competition at the Games of the Future 2026 in Astana, Kazakhstan. The event will feature teams competing in UFL before transitioning to a live 5v5 match, with a total prize pool of US$625,000. This collaboration aims to strengthen the connection between virtual and physical performance in hybrid sports.
- GET YOUR TICKETS: GAMES OF THE FUTURE 2026 TICKETS GO ON SALE TODAYTickets for the Games of the Future 2026, a premier phygital tournament combining sport, esports, and fan entertainment, are now on sale for the event taking place in Astana, Kazakhstan from July 29 to August 9. Early bird discounts are available for group stage passes across disciplines like Phygital Football, Phygital Basketball, Phygital Shooter, MOBA Mobile, MOBA PC, and Battle Royale. The event will feature over 800 participants competing for a multimillion-dollar prize pool.
- Phygital Basketball Is Back: 3on3 Freestyle Confirmed as Official Game Title for the Games of the Future 2026The Games of the Future 2026 has announced that 3on3 Freestyle will be the official game for Phygital Basketball at the event, which takes place in Astana from July 29 to August 3, 2026. Developed and published by Joycity, the game will be combined with real-world 2-on-2 basketball for the competition, which features a US$400,000 prize pool. This marks the second consecutive year 3on3 Freestyle has been featured in the event.
- Counter-Strike 2 to power Phygital Shooter at the Games of the Future 2026 in AstanaThe Games of the Future 2026 event in Astana will feature Counter-Strike 2 as the digital component of its Phygital Shooter competition. Elite athletes will compete in a 5-on-5 format, combining Counter-Strike 2 gameplay with a laser tag bout for a US$150,000 prize pool. This marks the return of Counter-Strike 2 to the event, highlighting the growing integration of esports and physical sports.
- 100 Days to Go: Astana Prepares to Host Games of the Future 2026With 100 days remaining, Astana, Kazakhstan is preparing to host the Games of the Future 2026, an event blending physical and digital sports, gaming, and entertainment. Over 900 participants from more than 50 countries will compete in eight disciplines, with a significant prize pool and a city-wide festival including Comic Con Astana. The event aims to set a new benchmark for sports and entertainment experiences.
- FATAL FURY: City of the Wolves confirmed as official title for Phygital Fighting at the Games of the Future 2026FATAL FURY: City of the Wolves has been announced as the official title for the Phygital Fighting competition at the Games of the Future 2026 in Astana. This event will combine digital gameplay with live MMA bouts, featuring a US$500,000 prize pool. SNK Corporation expressed excitement for the continued partnership with the Games of the Future, highlighting its role in redefining the intersection of esports and traditional sports.