DOST: Level Up Challenge!

Left to Right: CTO Patrick Seeman, CEO Odale Roxas, Community Manager Anthony Bello. Photo Credits: DOST NCR Facebook Page

On November 28, 2025, DOST Philippines hosted the Level Up Game Development Challenge at the University of Science and Technology of Southern Philippines Gymnasium in Cagayan de Oro City.

The Level Up Game Development Challenge is a key initiative by DOST Philippines aimed at spotlighting the country’s emerging game development scene. The event brought together a vibrant mix of students and professionals, each showcasing original game concepts transformed into interactive experiences for their target audiences.

The challenge highlights the growing creativity, technical skill, and innovation within the Filipino game development community.

CEO Odale Roxas giving a talk on how GridLock-Games started as a participant of IFWD and now sharing his experiences with Level Up Challenge participants. Photo Credits: DOST NCR Facebook Page

CEO Odale Roxas shared that DOST’s continued support for the local game development scene not only uplifts the morale of Filipino talent but also shines a spotlight on the world-class creativity and innovation of homegrown developers. He emphasized that initiatives like these help position the Philippines as a serious player in the global gaming industry.

CEO Odale Roxas emphasized that DOST’s ongoing commitment to uplifting the Filipino game development scene not only boosts the morale of local talent but also highlights the world-class creativity and skill of Filipino developers.

DOST’s Level Up truly succeeded in inspiring both young students and seasoned professionals, as participants from the southern Philippines flew in to proudly showcase their games for all to see.

Check out some of these pics grabbed from DOST NCR's Official Facebook Page

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