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‘Pusta de Peligro’ short films launched to promote responsible gaming
‘Pusta de Peligro’ short films launched to promote responsible gaming
Josh Mercado
Published Jan 24, 2025 11:19 AM PHT

MANILA -- Many notable stars are now endorsing online gaming and betting brands, and many netizens have expressed their concerns on whether normalizing it is good or bad, especially with celebrities' faces on it.
MANILA -- Many notable stars are now endorsing online gaming and betting brands, and many netizens have expressed their concerns on whether normalizing it is good or bad, especially with celebrities' faces on it.
When Lars Pacheco announced to the public that she had lost 5 million in online gaming, it sparked a discourse among social media users who thanked her for educating them about responsible gaming.
When Lars Pacheco announced to the public that she had lost 5 million in online gaming, it sparked a discourse among social media users who thanked her for educating them about responsible gaming.
Following Pacheco's public admission, many have spoken out about their experiences with online gaming. Thus DigiPlus, PAGCOR, and the BingoPlus Foundation recently started a responsible gaming campaign “Pusta de Peligro” with three short films, each intended to prompt self-reflection and inspire thoughtful gaming choices.
Following Pacheco's public admission, many have spoken out about their experiences with online gaming. Thus DigiPlus, PAGCOR, and the BingoPlus Foundation recently started a responsible gaming campaign “Pusta de Peligro” with three short films, each intended to prompt self-reflection and inspire thoughtful gaming choices.
A press screening of their three short films was recently held at the Gateway Cinema.
A press screening of their three short films was recently held at the Gateway Cinema.
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The first short film depicts a woman divided between breaking her piggy bank to place a bet and keeping her hard-earned money. The second film shows a guy (played by actor-singer Los Akiyama) who is forced to choose between spending his money on lunch and risking everything on a gamble. The third video depicts a woman with worn-out shoes who is divided between purchasing a much-needed replacement and taking a chance on a game.
The first short film depicts a woman divided between breaking her piggy bank to place a bet and keeping her hard-earned money. The second film shows a guy (played by actor-singer Los Akiyama) who is forced to choose between spending his money on lunch and risking everything on a gamble. The third video depicts a woman with worn-out shoes who is divided between purchasing a much-needed replacement and taking a chance on a game.
Actor-singer Los Akiyama appears in ‘Pusta de Peligro’ short film. Photo by Josh Mercado. Akiyama, one of the featured stars, previously told ABS-CBN News that he is in the process of seeking new opportunities and aspires to be an actor.
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“I’m coming in to this with a mindset that I just have to keep creating and keep putting myself out there. I have to be seen. I like what I’m doing. Gusto ko ang craft ko. I just have to keep creating so that people know and discover who am I,” he said.
“I’m coming in to this with a mindset that I just have to keep creating and keep putting myself out there. I have to be seen. I like what I’m doing. Gusto ko ang craft ko. I just have to keep creating so that people know and discover who am I,” he said.
Through these relevant, real-life circumstances, "Pusta de Peligro" pushes viewers to notice when gaming changes from fun to risk, and urges them to accept the campaign's call: "Pag Pusta de Peligro na, pause na muna dahil ang gaming dapat [ay] fun-fun lang."
Through these relevant, real-life circumstances, "Pusta de Peligro" pushes viewers to notice when gaming changes from fun to risk, and urges them to accept the campaign's call: "Pag Pusta de Peligro na, pause na muna dahil ang gaming dapat [ay] fun-fun lang."
As part of their launch, the company collaborated with mental health specialists, financial advisors, and educators to develop a campaign that relates to the realities of Filipino gamers.
As part of their launch, the company collaborated with mental health specialists, financial advisors, and educators to develop a campaign that relates to the realities of Filipino gamers.
The event's highlight was a discussion with Teresita Castillo of the International Gambling Counselors Certification Board and financial coach Armand Bengco. They discussed the value of education, early intervention, and expert collaboration in creating a safe and responsible gaming culture.
The event's highlight was a discussion with Teresita Castillo of the International Gambling Counselors Certification Board and financial coach Armand Bengco. They discussed the value of education, early intervention, and expert collaboration in creating a safe and responsible gaming culture.
“Responsible gaming is the foundation of a sustainable gaming industry. With ‘Petsa de Peligro,’ we’re proving that advocacy and innovation can go hand in hand to create a safer, more enjoyable gaming environment for all,” said the company’s chairman Eusebio Tanco.
“Responsible gaming is the foundation of a sustainable gaming industry. With ‘Petsa de Peligro,’ we’re proving that advocacy and innovation can go hand in hand to create a safer, more enjoyable gaming environment for all,” said the company’s chairman Eusebio Tanco.
The company’s previous initiatives were “Tamang Laro” and Tamang Panalo.”
The company’s previous initiatives were “Tamang Laro” and Tamang Panalo.”
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