<![CDATA[The increasing engagement of teenagers in mobile gaming offers new opportunities for informal language learning; however, the role of multisensory input in supporting English-speaking development remains underexplored. This study aims to examine and explore how audio-visual-haptic input in Mobile Legends shapes teenagers’ English-speaking practices. This research employed a qualitative approach with a phenomenological design to capture participants’ lived experiences. The participants were teenagers aged 12–18 years from Mandailing Natal Regency, selected purposively to represent varied gaming experiences. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews, gameplay observations, and documentation of in-game verbal interactions, and analyzed thematically. The findings show that multisensory input supports English-speaking development. Auditory input facilitates real-time interaction, visual elements enhance comprehension and vocabulary recognition, and haptic feedback strengthens engagement. These inputs promote fluency through rapid exchanges, increase confidence in collaborative settings, improve vocabulary recall through repeated contextual use, and enhance willingness to communicate as speaking affects team success. This study implies that multisensory digital environments can support authentic language use beyond classrooms. In conclusion, mobile gaming provides a meaningful context for developing teenagers’ English-speaking skills.]]>
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