Bato dela Rosa's Senate Escape Inspires Viral Game
Bato dela Rosa’s NBI escape now a game

Image: Inquirer
Following a dramatic incident on May 11 where Senator Ronald 'Bato' dela Rosa fled from National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) agents, an independent developer created a parody game titled 'Senate Run.' The game, which has gained significant popularity on TikTok, allows players to navigate obstacles as dela Rosa attempts to escape the Senate building amid ongoing legal troubles related to the Duterte administration's war on drugs.
- 01The game 'Senate Run' was developed by TikTok user Jopel and mimics the endless runner genre.
- 02As of now, 'Senate Run' has received over 150,000 likes on TikTok.
- 03Dela Rosa is wanted by the International Criminal Court (ICC) for his involvement in the Duterte administration's controversial war on drugs.
- 04The game features obstacles such as NBI agents and slip hazard signs that players must avoid.
- 05Dela Rosa's last known escape from the Senate building occurred on May 14, 2026.
Advertisement
In-Article Ad
The recent antics of Senator Ronald 'Bato' dela Rosa, who was recorded fleeing from National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) agents during a Senate session on May 11, have sparked a wave of memes and public outcry in the Philippines. In a surprising twist, an independent game developer named Jopel has transformed this incident into a viral online game called 'Senate Run.' This fast-paced, web-based side-scroller allows players to control an avatar of dela Rosa as he dodges obstacles like NBI agents while trying to escape the Senate building. The game has quickly gained traction, amassing over 150,000 likes on TikTok. Dela Rosa, who is currently wanted by the International Criminal Court (ICC) for his role in the Duterte administration's controversial war on drugs, remains at large after his escape on May 14, 2026. Should he be apprehended, he would join former President Rodrigo Duterte, who is also facing legal challenges related to the drug war, which resulted in thousands of deaths.
Advertisement
In-Article Ad
The game reflects public sentiment and satire regarding political events in the Philippines, highlighting the ongoing legal troubles of prominent political figures.
Advertisement
In-Article Ad
Reader Poll
What do you think about the portrayal of political events in games?
Connecting to poll...
More about International Criminal Court
Read the original article
Visit the source for the complete story.








