Smart unveils first-ever Philippine cloud gaming platform at PGDX 2026
MANILA, Philippines — Mobile services provider Smart Communications Inc. (Smart) recently showcased the country's first cloud gaming platform to its subscribers at the Philippine GameDev Expo (PGDX) 2026, where it served as the main presenter.
Held last July 24-26 at the SMX Convention Center Manila in Pasay City, the country's premier game development and gaming event brought together developers, publishers, creators and gaming enthusiasts. As the event's main presenter, Smart highlighted how its partnership with Blacknut, value-packed Power All offers and world-class mobile network are enabling the next generation of digital entertainment.
Through its partnership with Blacknut, Smart and TNT subscribers can conveniently access Blacknut Cloud Gaming at blacknut.com/p/smart and instantly play more than 1,000 premium console- and PC-quality games on their smartphones — without the need for expensive gaming hardware or lengthy downloads. Weekly subscriptions start at just Php145 and can be conveniently charged to prepaid load following a simple OTP verification process.
"Gaming continues to be one of the fastest-growing passions among Filipinos, and Smart is committed to enabling richer digital experiences through reliable connectivity and meaningful partnerships like Blacknut," said Lloyd Manaloto, FVP and OIC of Smart.
"Our participation at PGDX reflects our commitment to supporting the local gaming community while making innovative gaming experiences more accessible to more Filipinos," he added.
Throughout the three-day expo, visitors experienced Blacknut Cloud Gaming firsthand at the Smart booth, instantly playing premium console- and PC-quality games on their smartphones. The booth also featured interactive activities where attendees had the chance to win exclusive prizes, including gaming skin codes.
During the event, Smart also highlighted its value-packed Power All offers, which provide generous open-access data for today's digital lifestyles — from cloud and mobile gaming to streaming, content sharing, and staying productive for work or school.
The company said it participation in PGDX strengthens its thrust to build a more complete gaming ecosystem by combining reliable connectivity with innovative entertainment services that bring premium gaming experiences within reach of more Filipinos. (Contributed story)
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