This June, GameZone is turning up the heat with the launch of the GTCC: Summer Showdown, the most anticipated Tongits event of the year. Running from June 24 to 28, the tournament will spotlight 135 of the Philippines’ top Tongits players vying for a share of an impressive prize pool. With high-level competition and national participation, the GameZone Tablegame Champions Cup promises to be a landmark event in the world of online Filipino card games.
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How to Qualify: Step Into the Spotlight
To secure a place in the GTCC, players must first compete in the Tongits Multi-Table Qualifier happening on gzone.ph from April 25 to May 16. This qualifier is open to all registered GameZone users, offering both veterans and first-time players a level playing field.
Participants receive free starting chips to ensure fairness and inclusivity. Each day features rounds where players can win cash prizes and leaderboard points, testing their strategy, focus, and quick decision-making skills.
The objective: climb the leaderboard. The top 135 performers, to be announced on May 27, will move forward to the GTCC main tournament.
Tournament Format: A Journey to the Championship
Elimination Phase: Battle of the Groups
The tournament begins with 135 players split into three groups — Groups A, B, and C, each containing 45 players. They will engage in three 20-round matches, where only the top 84 will move on to the next stage.
Promotional Phase: Upper and Lower Bracket Trials
In the second stage, the 84 remaining players are divided into 28 smaller groups. Based on performance, they are placed in two brackets:
- Top 30 players go to the upper bracket
- Remaining 54 are placed in the lower bracket
This system maintains competitiveness and balance. From here, only nine players will qualify for the semifinals — five from the upper bracket and four from the lower bracket.
Semifinals and Grand Finals: The Ultimate Face-Off
The semifinal round features a 60-round battle among the nine finalists. This stage demands endurance, advanced gameplay, and mental resilience.
After this round, the final three players advance to the Grand Finals, which totals 100 rounds — composed of the 60 semifinal rounds plus 40 final rounds.
- Champion takes home ₱5,000,000
- Second place wins ₱1,000,000
- Third place earns ₱488,000
Celebrating Tongits: A Cultural Showcase
While the stakes are high, the GTCC is more than just a competitive event. It’s a celebration of Tongits culture and a tribute to one of the Philippines’ most beloved card games. GameZone uses this platform to unite players from diverse backgrounds, building an inclusive and vibrant gaming community.
Beyond cash rewards, participants gain valuable experience, enhanced skills, and the chance to connect with fellow Tongits enthusiasts nationwide.
A Spectator’s Dream: Drama and Strategy in Every Round
The GTCC is also a must-watch for fans of Filipino card games. With its multi-stage bracket system, viewers can expect:
- Unexpected twists and comebacks
- Tactical brilliance on display
- Nail-biting finishes
Each match showcases real-time adjustments and strategy, offering spectators a deep dive into high-level Tongits gameplay.
Elevating the Filipino Tongits Scene
With its ₱10 million prize pool, the GTCC is more than a tournament — it’s a movement. It sends a clear message: Tongits is ready to enter the realm of serious competitive gaming.
The event also doubles as a learning ground, encouraging knowledge-sharing and peer support, contributing to a more mature and collaborative Filipino card game ecosystem.
Tongits in the Digital Age: GameZone Leads the Way
GameZone continues to lead the digital transformation of Tongits. With a fully online platform, players from all over the Philippines can join without traveling.
The GTCC uses live scoring, real-time leaderboards, and the potential for livestream coverage to create a dynamic, immersive experience.
By marrying tradition with modern tech, GameZone is redefining what Filipino card games can be in the digital age.
