HR01429: A RESOLUTION CONGRATULATING AND COMMENDING THE FILIPINO ARTISTS MR. ERICK PANGILINAN, MS. JAN “GABBY” LLANILLO, AND THE STUDIO OF SECRET6, INC., FOR THEIR IMMEASURABLE CONTRIBUTION TO THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE VIDEO GAME “THE LAST OF US PART II,” WHICH WON S
This resolution congratulates and commends Filipino artists Erick Pangilinan and Jan "Gabby" Llanillo, and the Philippine-based Studio of Secret6, Inc., for their significant contributions to the development of "The Last of Us Part II" video game, which won seven awards at The Game Awards 2020. Erick Pangilinan served as the Art Director and Jan "Gabby" Llanillo as a Quality Assurance tester and lead for the multi-awarded game, while Secret6, Inc. contributed with 80 of its developers. This achievement showcases the world-class talent of Filipino artists and creators in the highly competitive global video game industry.
The resolution underscores the importance of recognizing and supporting Filipino artists and creators in the growing game development industry, aiming to harness their potential for the country's cultural and economic development. This global recognition not only brings pride to the Philippines but also highlights the need for the House of Representatives to meaningfully support and incentivize the creative sector. The resolution also calls for copies to be archived with the National Historical Commission of the Philippines, further solidifying the historical significance of this accomplishment.