Some stories don’t end when the credits roll—and Shaka iLembe is one of them. As Season 2 continues to captivate audiences with the epic origin tale of King Shaka and the rise of the Zulu nation, fans can now immerse themselves even further with the launch of Match Challenge, an engaging new game available exclusively in the MyDStv App—free to all active DStv subscribers.
Introducing Match Challenge: A New Way to Play
Match Challenge is a casual, match-three puzzle game that brings the world of Shaka iLembe to life through fast-paced rounds, clever combos, and visual storytelling. Players match culturally inspired icons—such as spears, shields, and drums—to score points, unlock power-ups, and earn Rewards Boxes filled with gems, coins, and most importantly, entries into exclusive competitions.
The game is housed in the Arcade, a dedicated casual gaming section within the MyDStv App, designed to give fans a fresh and interactive way to engage with their favourite DStv shows and sports. Powered by DStv Rewards—MultiChoice’s customer loyalty programme—the Arcade allows players to earn rewards such as free BoxOffice movies, package upgrades, and event tickets, simply by playing.
A Seamless Blend of Entertainment and Engagement
Since its launch last week, Match Challenge has quickly attracted thousands of players, who are averaging over 40 minutes of gameplay per session. Peak activity coincides with primetime viewing hours—demonstrating how seamlessly the experience complements the DStv entertainment ecosystem.
The game is simple but strategic: match three or more tiles, activate power-ups, and chase leaderboard glory. Special elements like spears and gems clear rows and blocks, while new levels and challenges are unlocked in tandem with new Shaka iLembe episodes—rewarding viewers who stay up to date with the series.
“We are always exploring new ways to reward our customers, and our game offerings are a fun, engaging extension of that,” says Shaheed Mohamed, Executive Head of Customer Value Management at MultiChoice South Africa. “By combining interactive entertainment with the DStv Rewards Programme, we’re giving our viewers more meaningful ways to connect with the content they love. Games like Match Challenge, Warriors Run, and Mystery Kingdom strike the perfect balance between casual gaming and the rich legacy of King Shaka’s story.”
More Adventures Await in the MyDStv App
Match Challenge was developed by the DStv Rewards team in collaboration with loyalty and gamification specialists, Red Oxygen. It’s just the first of a series of Shaka iLembe-inspired games coming to the MyDStv App:
Warriors Run – An endless runner set in the heart of the savannah
Mystery Kingdom – A hidden-object game that challenges players to uncover clues linked to the show’s episodes
Additional games already live in the Arcade include:
Teen Titans Go: Beach Day Clean-Up
Crusher – Break blocks using a paddle
Triple Hoops – Shoot hoops and score big
Wagon Dash – Race the clock in a wild wagon ride
Dodge Ball – Hit as many opponents as possible before time runs out
All games are accessible via the Rewards section in the MyDStv App and are available to active DStv Rewards members across all packages.
