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July 22, 2026
One week to go: Astana finalizes preparations for Games of the Future 2026
The countdown is on as Kazakhstan prepares to welcome the global phygital community for 12 days of world-class competition.
July 16, 2026
Dan Merkley appointed CEO of Phygital International
New leadership will help drive strategic partnerships, future host city engagement and continue the global expansion of phygital sport.
July 07, 2026
Games of the Future 2026 expands MOBA lineup with Mobile Legends: Bang Bang
A top global mobile esports title, MLBB strengthens the tournament’s MOBA lineup and international appeal
July 01, 2026
Games of the Future 2026 announces final global line-up
Phygital International reveals complete list of clubs and athletes who will take part in phygital’s premiere tournament later this month.
June 29, 2026
One month to go: Astana is ready for the Games of the Future 2026
All roads lead to Astana this summer as the city prepares to host the world’s premier hybrid multi-sport event
June 26, 2026
Phygital International announces direct slot recipients for Games of the Future 2026
Four clubs and athletes across Phygital Football, Phygital Basketball, Phygital Dancing and MOBA PC have earned direct entry to GOTF 2026 in Astana.
June 18, 2026
Just Dance returns as official title for Phygital Dancing
The world’s biggest dance title reinforces star-studded lineup at GOTF 2026 in Astana.
June 14, 2026
Phygital Contenders Astana 2026 ends, attention turns to GOTF 2026
The event showcased elite competition across three disciplines, highlighting the international reach of phygital sport and building momentum towards Games of the Future 2026 in Astana.
June 12, 2026
Phygital Dancing crowns champion as Finals Weekend looms at Phygital Contenders Astana 2026
After three days of fierce competition, Phygital Dancing has its winner, and Phygital Football and Phygital Basketball are gearing up for a dramatic weekend of finals and qualification battles.
June 10, 2026
Phygital Contenders Astana 2026 Gets Underway
More than 200 participants representing 20+ members gather in Astana to secure the final places at Games of the Future 2026.
June 05, 2026
PUBG: Battlegrounds joins growing roster of esports titles at GOTF 2026
PUBG: Battlegrounds lands at GOTF 2026 with a US$1m prize pool
June 02, 2026
UFL to headline Phygital Football at GOTF 2026
Acclaimed football title will power the digital stage as teams compete for US$625,000 in Astana this summer