Move over, traditional diplomacy—esports is the new frontier for cultural exchange! 🌟 Malaysian pro gamer Muhammad "Stormie" Iman, mid-laner for team SRG, sat down with CGTN Sports Scene to discuss how games like Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB) are bridging gaps between Asian youth and the world.
"Competing in MLBB feels like sharing a language everyone understands," Stormie said, referencing the Chinese-developed game that's taken Malaysia by storm. With over 100 million global players, MLBB has become a cultural touchstone, blending gameplay with regional folklore and design—something Stormie calls "a gateway to understanding China's creativity."
The 22-year-old star also teased ambitions to compete in mainland China: "I’d love to meet Chinese players offline. It’s not just about winning—it’s about connecting through our passion." 🇨🇳🤝🇲🇾
Experts say such exchanges highlight esports' power to unite Gen Z beyond borders. As Stormie put it: "When we play, we’re all just gamers." 🎮✨
