UPDATE ON MLBB AND HOK

9/14/2025 - 12:18 PM EST - By: MLG ArkAngel

Hey Dragons,

After a lot of testing and discussion, we’ve decided not to move forward with using Mobile Legends: Bang Bang or Honor of Kings as titles for our Recreational Team. While they’re both great games, they just don’t align with what we’re trying to build. These MOBAs carry a harsh penalty culture where less experienced players can be reported and even banned for simply having a bad match, which creates a hostile environment that works against the supportive and fun atmosphere we want for our rec scene. On top of that, they require an intense amount of research and practice to be competitive, with players needing to master 5 or more heroes for a single lane and at least 10 overall just to get started. The time investment is simply too high for a casual setting. Lastly, they lack strong U.S. player bases and local support, which makes it difficult to grow and sustain a team here.

That said, this decision only applies to our Recreational Team model. If these games build stronger U.S. communities in the future and if our Recreational Team framework proves successful, we may revisit them as potential titles for future Pro Teams. For now, we’ll be focusing on finding games that are more welcoming, easier to pick up, and better suited for our local community.

Thanks for understanding, and stay tuned. Exciting things are coming for the Dragons. 🐉🔥