Gone are the days when playing games, whether online or offline, is exclusively for boys. Now, women prove that playing video games and being a gaming content creator is also for women as much as for men.
These Filipina celebrities proved that they are more than just pretty faces; they are also a force to be reckoned with in gaming.
In fact, Kapuso actress and cosplayer Myrtle Sarrosa was the only Filipina to be included in the Top 100 Ragnarok players in Southeast Asia in 2020. On the other hand, Alodia is known worldwide because of her million followers and her gaming set-up worth 1.3 million pesos.
The lead stars of 'Prima Donnas' -- Jillian Ward, Althea Ablan, and Elijah Alejo -- usually play Mobile Legends with their co-actors Will Ashley and Vince Crisostomo during their free time on the set.
Meanwhile, for actress Mika Dela Cruz, playing online games is an activity which she and her boyfriend, Nash Aguas, both enjoy.
Take a look at these Filipina celebrities who proved that gaming is not just an activity that is exclusively for men.
'First Lady' actress Sanya Lopez discovered her gaming skills during the enhanced community quarantine. In an interview with GMANetwork.com, Sanya revealed that she could be easily addicted to mobile games, and that's the reason she stopped playing.
'Prima Donnas' actress Jillian Ward is also an avid gamer. In fact, she has a gaming page on Facebook where she streams her matches.
Miss World 2013 Megan Young doesn't just stream for fame. She uses her popularity to advance the rights of the LGBTQIA+ community.
During the quarantine, Kapuso actress Shaira Diaz launched her own gaming channel named 'SDiaz Gaming.' Shaira usually plays Mobile Legends.
Myrtle Sarrosa is not only good at cosplaying but at gaming as well. Myrtle is the only Filipina to be included in the Top 100 Ragnarok players in Southeast Asia in 2019.
'Prima Donnas' actress Althea Ablan also plays Mobile Legends. In October 2020, Althea and her siblings hosted a Mobile Legends tournament with her fans.
During their free time on the set of 'Prima Donnas,' its lead stars Jillian Ward, Althea Ablan, and Elijah Alejo usually play Mobile Legends with their co-actors, Will Ashley and Vince Crisostomo.
From being a beauty queen to a motorcycle enthusiast to a gamer, Michelle Dee proves that women can do whatever they want.
Faye Lorenzo is not just a pretty face because she can also be tough while playing Mobile Legends.
The world is already past the time when girlfriends used to ask their boyfriends, "Dota o ako." Just take a look at Mika Dela Cruz, who usually plays online games with (or against) her boyfriend, Nash Aguas.
Of course, this list won't be complete if cosplayer Alodia Gosiengfiao is not included. Who would forget Alodia's PhP1.3 million computer gaming set-up? Also recently, she wowed fans with her art skills when she customized her brand new PlayStation 5 console.
The former beauty queen and Rise Up Stronger: NCAA Season 96 host is also an avid gamer.
She showed this side of her in a latest vlog showing her usual daily routine. Sophia loves to play video games at night to relax before hitting the sack.
Aside from streaming, Kyline Alcantara's passion for gaming made her establish an esports organization named Astra Luna.
Alodia's sister, Ashley, also has her own following in the gaming industry. Ashley has 1.5 million followers on her Facebook page.
Actress Louise Delos Reyes used to stream Apex Legends on Twitch, a live video streaming service that focuses on video game streaming.
Rojean Delos Reyes is one of the streamers of Tier One Entertainment, a company co-founded by Alodia Gosiengfiao.
Aside from cosplaying, child actress Dexie Diaz found her newfound hobby in gaming, playing several games like Apex Legends, Ragnarok, and Mobile Legends.
Who says DOTA is only for boys? Bianca Yao, or Biancake to her followers, streams Dota and Valorant on her Facebook page that has 2.6 million followers.
People have their first glance at Christine Samson when she became part of a noontime show as a segment host. Now, Christine is a vlogger, with over 400k subscribers, and a gaming content creator, with over 1.1 million Facebook followers.
Aeriel Garcia is a close friend of Gabbi Garcia and Khalil Ramos who streams PUBG, Call of Duty, and other games on her Facebook page that has over 400,000 followers.
Ann B. Mateo has over 7.5 million followers on her Facebook page, where she streams Roblox, a game where users can play games created by other users.
Aside from streaming Dota and Valorant, Een Mercado is also a brand ambassador for a gaming PC brand.
Rikki started her career in esports as a caster in League of Legends, one of the few female shoutcasters in Southeast Asia. Aside from being a commentator, Rikki is also a certified gamer, voice actress, and gaming content creator.