Samsung Electronics today announced that it will host the second #PlayGalaxy Cup at TwitchCon San Diego 2024 on Saturday, Sept. 21. The event will feature popular streamers and e-sports pros such as Ludwig Anders Ahgren (Ludwig) and Tyler Polchow (TeeP) competing in a PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds (PUBG) Mobile tournament. Participants will be split into teams using either touchscreen or mouse and keyboard controls, all playing exclusively on the Galaxy S24 Ultra – a device specially optimized for a smooth, high-performance mobile gaming experience. The competition will be livestreamed globally on Twitch via streamer and former pro gamer Jack Martin’s (NiceWigg) channel, with additional Twitch livestreams from each participant. In-person attendees of TwitchCon 2024 can also enjoy an exclusive, hands-on experience with Genshin Impact at Samsung’s event booth.

“We are thrilled to team up with Twitch and PUBG Mobile to bring this one-of-a-kind gaming tournament to TwitchCon 2024,” said Saejin Kim, VP and Head of Marketing Strategy Group, Mobile eXperience Business at Samsung Electronics. “Galaxy S24 Ultra redefines mobile gaming to deliver incredibly powerful, PC-level performance in the palm of your hand. This event will demonstrate how our technology enables both casual and competitive gamers to enjoy their favorite titles at optimal performance, whether they’re using a touchscreen or a keyboard and mouse.”

An Epic Gaming Showdown

As one of the event’s main attractions, the #PlayGalaxy Cup will see 16 popular content creators and e-sports pros — split into four teams — go head-to-head in PUBG Mobile using Galaxy S24 Ultra smartphones. In a unique twist, two of the teams will compete using the device’s intuitive touchscreen controls, while the other two teams will be armed with a keyboard and mouse setup connected to the phone. The team using PC controls stars includes popular streamers such as Bryce Hutchinson (HutchMF), Brittany Lynn Watts (Cinna) and Ludwig Anders Ahgren (Ludwig) competing alongside e-sports pro Tyler Polchow (TeeP). On the mobile team using touchscreen input, PUBG Mobile pro Zifan Wu (Xifan) is joined by fan-favorite content creators like Wynn Curtis (Wynsannity) and Bella Fox.

A New Era of Mobile Gaming Performance

This intense competition will demonstrate Galaxy S24 Ultra’s high-performance, seamless and ultra-responsive gameplay regardless of the input format. Featuring the Qualcomm Snapdragon® 8 Gen 3 chipset, a larger vapor chamber for improved heat management and an industry-leading Dynamic AMOLED 2X display with a super-smooth 120Hz refresh rate, Galaxy S24 Ultra is built for intense, lag-free gaming sessions. Its powerful hardware enables unparalleled immersion, stunning visuals and cutting-edge features like Ray Tracing, creating an experience that bridges the gap between mobile and PC gaming.

Samsung’s ongoing collaboration with several industry-leading gaming partners also ensures that popular mobile games, including PUBG Mobile, are optimized for Galaxy devices, allowing for enhanced performance unique to Galaxy users.

Unlock Unique Experiences at the Samsung Booth

Beyond the #PlayGalaxy Cup, TwitchCon San Diego 2024 attendees have the chance to explore a world of immersive gaming experiences at the Samsung Booth. Fans can try out an exclusive Genshin Impact APK and character booth or discover Samsung’s latest state-of-the-art gaming products and technology that help gamers across the globe level up their gaming setups.