After a long wait, Mobile Legends Bang Bang is finally set to be released in China. The news of the game’s approval by China’s National Press and Publication Administration (NPPA) has brought joy to the game’s many fans in the country. According to a report by AFK Gaming, Mobile Legends Bang Bang has been approved for release as of April 2023, and it is ranked 57th among the approved games.
The approval of the game’s release is a significant milestone, given the seven-year wait for it to be approved in China. This long wait is due to the strict regulations imposed by the Chinese government on foreign games seeking entry into the country. However, with the approval of Mobile Legends Bang Bang, Moonton, the game’s developer, has successfully navigated the regulatory hurdles to enter the Chinese market.
One notable aspect of the game’s release in China is that it will be renamed 决胜巅峰 or Juéshèng diānfēng, which translates to “Win the Peak” in English. This name change is a common practice for games seeking entry into the Chinese market, as the Chinese government often requires foreign games to have a Chinese name.
With the game’s release in China, Moonton can expect significant growth in its player base and revenue. China is the world’s largest mobile gaming market, and it has over 900 million mobile gamers. Mobile Legends Bang Bang is already a popular game in Southeast Asia, and its entry into China’s lucrative market will undoubtedly boost its player base and revenue.
Moreover, with the introduction of Mobile Legends Bang Bang in China, the game will have the opportunity to participate in the Chinese esports scene. The game has a large esports following in Southeast Asia, and it is a popular title in several esports tournaments. It is, therefore, highly likely that we will see a Chinese team competing in the Mobile Legends World Championship, the M Series.
Mobile Legends Bang Bang’s approval for release in China is a significant milestone for the game’s developer and its fans. The game’s entry into the Chinese market presents enormous growth potential for Moonton, and we can expect to see more exciting developments from the game in the coming years.
