Pripp Universe World Championship 2026 finals draw 2,000 fans in Manila
The fourth edition of the FWC concluded a half-year season that began with dedicated servers in April 2026, with KAIA among the on-site performers.
The Pripp Universe World Championship 2026 finals were held on October 24 at the SM Mall of Asia Music Hall in Manila, Philippines, according to inven.co.kr. Organizers estimated that around 2,000 fans attended the event, more than at last year's edition.
This year marked the fourth edition of the FWC. The finals closed out a competitive season of roughly half a year, which began with FWC-dedicated servers that opened in April 2026.
Organizers said attendance was much larger than at last year's event. The venue was set up with mini-games, photo spots and a stage modeled on the in-game plaza, alongside merchandise including keyrings, stickers and acrylic stands.
Cosplayers took part in the event, and the Philippine girl group KAIA also appeared on site.
Quick answers
When and where was the Pripp Universe World Championship 2026 held?
The finals took place on October 24 at the SM Mall of Asia Music Hall in Manila, Philippines.
How many fans attended the FWC 2026 finals?
Organizers estimated around 2,000 fans attended, more than at last year's event.
When did the FWC 2026 season begin?
It began with FWC-dedicated servers that opened in April 2026, about half a year before the finals.