Internet Cafes in the Philippines are also known as computer shops or computer cafes. In the early years of Internet Cafes in the Philippines, CRT (Cathode Ray Tube) monitors are the most popular monitors. You can experience eye pain if you stay longer in front of it due to its UV radiation, haha. Now, we have LED monitors perfect for gaming and safe for our eyes. And with continuous innovations in technology, PisoNet was born. PisoNet Cafe is an internet cafe business usually put up in front of the house. A customer needs to insert a 1 Peso coin for the computer to operate, typically for 5 minutes. Instead of renting a computer with an hourly rate, usually PHP 15-20 per hour.
Gaming is one of the main purposes of Internet Cafes in the Philippines. From shooting games, MOBA to MMORPG. Below is the list of Top PC Games in Internet Cafes in the Philippines.
DotA (Warcraft III Defense of the Ancients - also known as DotA 1) - Official DotA Map Downloads (getdota.com)
DOTA is a type of custom map made for Warcraft III (by Blizzard Entertainment), which can be played as a multiplayer game on private servers or local area networks. Defense of the Ancients is a team-oriented game with two opposing sides (2 teams with 5 members). The objective of the players here is to destroy the opposing team's main structure (the "Ancient").
League of Legends (LoL) - LoL PH Website (leagueoflegends.com/en-ph)
League of Legends, popularly known as LoL, is a free-to-play MOBA (multiplayer online battle arena) game developed and published by Riot Games and inspired by Defense of the Ancients.
DOTA 2 - DOTA 2 Official Website (dota2.com)
Dota 2 is a free-to-play multiplayer online battle arena game developed and published by Valve and is a sequel to DotA.
Valorant - Valorant SEA Website (playvalorant.com/en-sg)
Valorant is a tactical first-person shooter (FPS) game developed and published by Riot Games. It was released in June 2020. In Valorant, players form teams of five and compete against each other in a variety of game modes. The game has unique abilities-based gameplay, where players can purchase and use special abilities during each round. Each player has a set of abilities that they can use to gain an advantage over the enemy team, such as wall-breaching, invisibility, and healing. The objective of the game is to plant a Spike or eliminate the enemy team. The game has a strong competitive scene and is played professionally by many esports teams and individuals.
Dragon Nest - Dragon Nest SEA Official Website (sea.dragonnest.com)
Dragon Nest is a free-to-play fantasy MMORPG developed by Eyedentity, featuring a non-targeting combat and skill system within instance dungeons.
Ragnarok Online
Ragnarok Online is a massively multiplayer online role-playing game created by Gravity, initially played in the Philippines via top-up before it became free-to-play. Ragnarok Online MSP was first announced in 2017 and eventually closed in 2021. Meanwhile, Ragnarok Online GGH was released in February 2022. The game's play-to-earn version, Ragnarok Landverse, was released in September 2023, offering coupon codes to redeem for rewards.
Cabal Online - Cabal Playpark Official Website (cabalph.playpark.com)
Cabal Online is a free-to-play massively multiplayer online role-playing game developed by South Korean company ESTsoft with 3D graphics featuring eight classes, including Warrior, the Blader, the Wizard, the Force Blader, the Force Shielder, the Force Archer, the Gladiator, and the Force Gunner. Playpark currently publishes the game. The former publisher was e-Games.
Counter-Strike - Counter-Strike Official Blog (blog.counter-strike.net)
Counter-Strike or CS is a first-person shooter game by Valve, composed of two opposing teams, the terrorists and the counter-terrorists. Meanwhile, Counter-Strike: Global Offensive (CS:GO), the fourth game in the Counter-Strike series released in 2012, is a multiplayer game where players form teams and compete against each other in various game modes such as Deathmatch, Demolition, and Bomb Defusal. CS2, the sequel to the CSGO, was released in September 2023, bringing significant updates, including improved smoke grenades, redesigned maps, and enhanced network features. To play CS2 smoothly, check out our guide: Best CS2 Settings for Low-End, Midrange, High-End PCs.
Point Blank - Point Blank Official Website (pointblank.zepetto.com)
Point Blank or commonly known in the Philippines as PB, is an FPS game developed by the South Korea-based company Zepetto. The game features a counter-terrorist and terrorist team with an MMO twist wherein players can choose a class for their character. They can choose the basic class, assault, sniper, or an assailant.
CrossFire - CF Gameclub PH Official Website (cf.gameclub.ph)
CrossFire or CF is a free-to-play first-person shooter game developed by Smilegate Entertainment and one of the popular FPS games in the Philippines. It features two mercenary corporations called the Black List and Global Risk.
Farlight 84 - Farlight 84 Official Website (farlight84.farlightgames.com)
Farlight 84 is a post-apocalyptic multiplayer online battle royale available on PC, Android, and iOS platforms. Players battle it out on a large map to survive in this game. Its customizable mechas provide players with an edge in combat. Players can strategize and adapt using the game's large choice of weapons and equipment, as well as use jetpacks to glide across the terrain. Players can also redeem Farlight 84 codes for free rewards. The game's unique gameplay, localized content, and events make it a popular battle royale game in the Philippines.
Special Force
Special Force or SF is an online free-to-play FPS developed by the South Korean game developer Dragonfly. It features several game modes, including team battle, single battle, team deathmatch, horror mode, and more. PlayPark shut down SF in 2020, and as a gratitude to players, it offered Welcome Package to those who will move to Special Force 2 or SF2. In 2022, Special Force Rush, the NFT version of the game, was released.
Left 4 Dead - Left 4 Dead Official Website (l4d.com)
Left 4 Dead is a multiplayer survival horror FPS game developed by Valve South. It features four protagonists dubbed the "Survivors" fighting against the infected or the zombies.
Roblox - Roblox Official Website (roblox.com)
Roblox is an online game where players can create, share, and play games with each other. David Baszucki and Erik Cassel developed it in 2004. With Roblox Studio, a tool for making games, users may make their own games (which is one of the ways to earn free Robux) and put them on the platform for other players to enjoy. Moreover, it is home to many games made by other users, which include role-playing games, adventure games, and simulation games. In this virtual world, gamers can change their avatars and chat with other players. It can be played on Windows PC, Xbox, iOS, and Android. Filipino kids and adults enjoy Roblox. The game's creative freedom is one factor. Roblox offers endless entertainment, from creating sophisticated virtual worlds to fighting in thrilling multiplayer battles. Players also like the game's social component, forging tight friendships and communities. Roblox helps Filipinos relax and socialize. No wonder so many Filipinos enjoy this fascinating game.
Minecraft - Minecraft Official Website (minecraft.net)
Video game designer Markus Persson published his sandbox game, Minecraft, in 2011. Players in Minecraft move about a 3D cube world in search of blocks to use as building materials. The game features both survival and creative modes, and players can alter the experience with their choice of mods and plugins. Filipino kids and adults adore Minecraft for many reasons. The game's simple but versatile construction pieces let players build enormous structures and worlds. Minecraft provides a world of unlimited possibilities in a country with limited resources. Filipinos use the game's social aspects to stay in touch with friends and family. Further, the game's addictive gameplay and frequent updates make it a favorite among kids and adults.
Now-defunct: Heroes of Newerth (HoN)
Heroes of Newerth was a free-to-play MOBA game developed by S2 Games, based on the Warcraft III: The Frozen Throne custom map Defense of the Ancients. HoN Garena PH (hon.garena.com) shut down on June 20, 2022.
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