Jakarta Esports 2026, organized by the Jakarta Tourism and Creative Economy Agency at M Bloc Space in Blok M, South Jakarta, has drawn an enthusiastic response from participants and visitors. The event is part of the city's efforts to strengthen its position as a creative city and a hub for digital economic growth.

Ahmad Fathoni, who competed in the Mobile Legends tournament, praised the event's professional organization and competitive atmosphere. He said it also gave amateur players a valuable opportunity to showcase their skills and improve their abilities.

"The organization and prizes are excellent, just like those at other major tournaments. The competing teams are also highly competitive, which makes my teammates and me even more determined to win," he said on Friday (11/13).

Zulfikar, one of the visitors, expressed similar enthusiasm for the event. In addition to esports competitions, Jakarta Esports 2026 featured free music performances and talk shows that were open to the public.

He noted that free public entertainment was important because it gave people a chance to unwind from their daily routines while also supporting economic activity in the surrounding area.

"If the Jakarta Provincial Government continues to provide free entertainment and activities for the public, it will certainly have a positive impact on our mental well-being. This is especially true for people like me, who have a demanding work schedule and need some entertainment," he said.

Jakarta Tourism and Creative Economy Agency's Marketing and Attractions Division Head Lucky Wulandari explained that Jakarta Esports 2026 was designed as a cross-sector collaboration platform bringing together local game developers, professional and amateur players, communities, musicians, and other creative industry players.

"The event is not only a competition in esports but also part of efforts to build a creative ecosystem that combines esports, music performances, and exhibitions of young people's work," she said.

She highlighted that the event's dynamic open-space concept in the Blok M area was intended to give the public opportunities to interact directly with creators and digital industry players in the capital.

"We hope this event will serve as a positive and inclusive platform for collaboration while giving young talent opportunities to showcase their work and abilities," she added.

Lucky noted that Jakarta Esports 2026 was among the events being held ahead of Jakarta's 500th anniversary. The series aims to encourage innovation and further establish Jakarta as a creative, inclusive, and globally competitive city.

The organizers also held a joint prayer gathering, gave aid to orphans, and held a traditional tumpeng rice-cutting ceremony as part of preparations for the event.

"Thank God, we are gathered here today to make Jakarta Esports 2026 a success. We hope it will continue to grow and have a positive impact on the people of Jakarta," she said.

The Jakarta Esports 2026 program will conclude with a closing performance on Friday at 8 PM, featuring Dipha Barus, Pasming Based, and Ghea Indrawari, along with various community activities and cosplay events.