The Snapdragon Pro Series (SPS) Season 6 APAC Mobile Challenge has made history by surpassing 1 million peak viewers, setting a new milestone for the competition and further solidifying the prominence of mobile esports in the region.
A Record-Breaking Grand Finals
The event took place at the Persada Johor International Convention Centre in Johor, Malaysia, featuring a highly anticipated Grand Finals showdown between ONIC Indonesia and ONIC Philippines. According to data from Esports Charts, the match recorded a staggering 1.16 million peak viewers, making it the most-watched event in the series’ history.
Surpassing Previous Benchmarks
The viewership numbers shattered last year’s record, which peaked at 888,710 viewers. Alongside this significant increase, the tournament’s average viewership saw a remarkable rise, reaching nearly 370,000. Although the total airtime was shorter—clocking in at under five hours—the total watch time exceeded 4 million hours, an improvement over previous seasons.
Snapdragon Pro Series Season 6, APAC (image via Getty)Other Matches Crossing the 1 Million Threshold
This season, two additional matches also surpassed the 1 million peak viewership mark. The intense face-off between ONIC and Team Liquid Indonesia reached 1 million viewers, while the gripping playoff match between ONIC Philippines and RRQ Hoshi recorded an impressive 1.12 million peak viewers.
Indonesian Viewers Drive Engagement
Esports Charts data revealed that Indonesian audiences played a key role in this record-breaking event, with over 750,000 viewers tuning in. The majority of viewership came from YouTube and TikTok Live, which recorded peak numbers of 669,123 and 412,020, respectively. The strong participation of Indonesian fans further highlights the country’s growing influence in mobile esports.
APAC’s Dominance in Mobile Esports
The APAC region continues to dominate the mobile esports terrain, but the gap between this market and others remains substantial. For example, the EMEA Challenge Finals of SPS Season 6 only recorded a peak viewership of 4,369, a stark contrast to the massive numbers seen in APAC. This highlights the significant disparity in audience engagement between the regions.
ONIC Philippines Crowned Champions
ONIC Philippines secured a decisive victory over their sister team, clinching the championship title and a grand prize of $65,000 (£25,394).
Reaction from the Winners
“It feels good to come out on top in the all-ONIC Grand Final,” said Rafael Sanchez, Country Manager of ONIC Philippines. “It’s what the fans wanted to see, and we’re happy to be able to put on a show for them. We look forward to more wins as a team and want to thank the fans for their warm reception and support throughout the tournament.”
Snapdragon Pro Series Season 6, APAC (image via Getty)The Future of Mobile Esports
With the record-breaking numbers from this year’s tournament, it’s clear that mobile esports continue to grow at an unprecedented rate. The Snapdragon Pro Series has cemented its place as one of the premier esports competitions, attracting massive audiences and setting new viewership milestones. The upcoming ESL Snapdragon Pro Series: Mobile Masters 2025 will be another highly anticipated event, and all eyes will be on whether it can break even more records.
The success of Season 6 serves as a testament to the increasing global appeal of mobile esports and the dominance of the APAC region. As more teams and fans engage with the industry, the future looks bright for mobile gaming and its competitive scene.
