On the eve of Stage 1 play kicking off on April 10, four brands – ExpressVPN, HP, Samsung, and Zowie – have stepped up and joined the VCTA partnership portfolio, further elevating the VCTA experience with their world class products. 

Each of these gaming-forward brands will become an integral part of the VCTA, joining current partners RedBull, Secretlab, Verizon, and Pulsar to bring their products and technologies to the in-arena and viewing experience through broadcast integrations, on-site activations, and giveaways. 

ExpressVPN

As the Official VPN Partner of VCTA, ExpressVPN continues to show its support of the world’s most prominent esports leagues and help gamers around the world upgrade their connectivity and online security. Click here to learn more on how ExpressVPN will deliver exclusive drops, incentives, and rewards to VCTA fans throughout the season.

HP

As a multiyear partner across Riot Games’ global esports scene, HP has expanded its support across VCTA and LCS as the Official PC, Laptop and Headset partner of esports leagues. HP’s OMEN 35L Stealth Edition desktop remains the industry standard, trusted by pros on both the regional and global stage. This, along with HyperX’s suite of high performance OMEN laptops and HyperX headsets will now have an expanded presence throughout VCTA activations and moments.

Samsung

Samsung is now the Official Home Entertainment Partner of both the VCTA and the LCS where its best in class TVs and Audio products will enhance the VCTA and LCS watch experience, whether in-person or watching from home. 

Zowie

ZOWIE, a brand trusted by professional FPS players worldwide, joins VCT Americas as the Official Monitor Partner in a new multi-year partnership starting this season. With a strong presence in the competitive FPS scene, ZOWIE is known for its focus on performance, consistency, and tournament-proven reliability—values that align with VCT Americas' commitment to player-first standards. ZOWIE monitors will be used on stage throughout the competition, providing a familiar, high-performance environment optimized for elite play. More than just hardware integration, this collaboration represents a shared vision to elevate the professional esports ecosystem and empower players to Strive for Perfection. To learn more about ZOWIE monitors, click here.

VCT Americas Stage 1 play marks the first steps for the region's 12 teams vying for a spot to Masters London and play begins this Friday!