CCP Pasinaya 2025 Open House Festival introduces PALARO, features Pinoy digital games

Immerse yourself in a world where Filipino culture, history, and mythology meet cutting-edge game design in CCP Pasinaya 2025 Open House Festival: Para sa Lahat. The country’s biggest multi-arts festival gets even more exciting with Palaro, a new festival component featuring the works of the CCP Game and Comics Development grantees on February 1 and 2, 2025.

Palaro, bringing  Filipino digital creativity to life, will have interactive booths where visitors can experience and play award-winning game projects. There will be live gameplay demos, participate in exciting tournaments, and explore their innovative creations up close.

Dive into the captivating world of “SINAG” by Ranida Games, a mobile 1v1 fighting game that combines the allure of Philippine mythology with deep and engaging gameplay mechanics. Simulate running a business empire with “Pearls of Asia” by Synthillate with iconic Filipino business figures, utilizing historical and cultural intellectual properties.

Travel and see iconic Philippine landmarks in “Gala” by Kendikorp. Engage in a team-solving activity in “Treasure Seekers” by Metamedia Information Systems Corp. Lastly, go on an unforgettable journey with the story-driven adventure of “Kata” by Katakata Creative.

“Whether you’re an experienced gamer or a first-timer, CCP Pasinaya: Palaro delivers a unique fusion of innovative technology and Filipino culture. It’s a chance to experience our rich history and mythology in an entirely new way—through interactive, inspiring gameplay that highlights the creativity of local game developers,” said CCP Vice President and Artistic Director Dennis N. Marasigan.

Aside from the games, CCP Pasinaya 2025 will also feature exceptional works from Filipino animators and comic artists at the Palaro area. Dive into the animated world of “Makopa” by Friendly Foes, explore the mythical “Tungkung Langit” at “AlunSina” by Komiket Inc., or embark on the gripping journey of “Datu Pat i Mata” by Lea Zoraina Sindao Lim.

Meanwhile, comic lovers can enjoy “Tulogmatian” by Ethel Mae Reyes, “Teduray” by Julius Sempio,
“Sinogo” by Alfred Ismael Galaroza, and the captivating “Legend of Sleeping Beauty Mountain” by Marco Sumayao.

The CCP Pasinaya’s core is about celebrating and empowering Filipino creativity. Palaro is a vibrant platform for game developers, animators, and comic artists to showcase their groundbreaking works and contribute to the flourishing local creative economy bannering CCP Pasinaya 2025 Open House Festival: Para sa Lahat. The CCP continues its mission to foster Filipino talent and promote original intellectual properties that reflect our rich cultural heritage.

This February, come for the games, stay for the art. The CCP Pasinaya 2025 promises to be a festival like no other. Don’t miss out on this epic celebration of Filipino innovation and creativity!

For more details on Pasinaya and other CCP events, check out the CCP website at www.culturalcenter.gov.ph and its official social media accounts on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok.