YGS Live launches as new iGaming streaming platform with major Battle of the Streamers tournament

YGS Live, a livestream network for iGaming creators, officially launched under Philippine esports figure Julius “Banoobs” Mariano. The platform is built to give streamers, creators, and fans a collaborative, brand-safe space that prioritizes responsible entertainment tied to PAGCOR-licensed games.

Mariano brings more than a decade of experience in Philippine esports, from early work with Mineski Events to leadership roles with Twitch Philippines, Ampverse (Minana), and Blacklist International. His goal with YGS Live is to lift Filipino creators while promoting ethical streaming practices.

YGS Live’s headline program is Battle of the Streamers, an international iGaming competition with an 11-million-peso prize pool. The weekly series runs on Saturdays and leads to a grand live finale scheduled at City of Dreams Manila.

The tournament will feature top Filipino iGaming personalities — including ChooxTV, Hypebits, Foreigngerms, AD BEAT, BULLDOG, AkosiDogie, and Beatmaster — all of whom have committed to promoting PAGCOR-licensed platforms. YGS Live will also spotlight viewer engagement with ongoing prize distributions.

Each broadcast will award community prizes drawn from a 3-million-peso pool, with 300,000 pesos designated for viewers per livestream. Organizers say these community rewards are designed to boost participation and make the competition interactive for fans.

A creator-first platform for responsible iGaming

YGS Live positions itself as a hub where creators can grow, collaborate, and monetize within a regulated framework. The platform emphasizes responsible play and discourages promotion of illegal or scam iGaming sites.

Mariano framed responsible content as central to the platform’s mission, saying creators carry influence and must support safer gaming habits. YGS Live aims to pair high-energy entertainment with clear ethical standards.

Building a sustainable, global-facing entertainment hub

Beyond tournaments, YGS Live is designed to host entertainment-style iGaming content and long-form creator programming. The network hopes to become a destination for Filipino streamers to reach wider audiences and establish global credentials.

Mariano envisions YGS Live as a creative hub that blends entertainment with education on responsible play, dubbing it a major platform for community-driven iGaming and creator growth.