Today we’re announcing the initial list of events for the 2023 VCT OFF//SEASON, which will begin after Champions and last through January. The OFF//SEASON is a time for teams to adjust and test rosters between VCT seasons and for tournament operators to experiment with new and unique tournament formats. This year, we have partnered with operators around the world to organize more than 40 events spanning show matches, open qualifier events, and LANs across EMEA, APAC, and the Americas.
This is the first of many announcements, and over the course of the next few weeks, we’ll also be releasing additional info on how Challengers will evolve for the 2024 Season, as well as details about Global Events and International League Play.
Riot Games will support the OFF//SEASON events with amplification through our channels, a dedicated page with an updated schedule, and providing guidance to ensure a smooth experience event after event. This following list represents the currently confirmed events, so keep checking this page for the latest info as we update this list during the coming months.
AMERICAS
Multiplatform Esports Game 2023 (MEG)
Location: Brazil
Format: Online Qualifiers and Playoffs
Finals: (LAN) Arena Carioca - Rio de Janeiro
Registrations Period: Sep 1st-Oct 4th
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About: MEG is the largest multiplatform competition in Latin America that connects several universes in one place, through consoles, PC and mobile devices. Find out more at www.playmeg.gg
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Resistance Cup by G-Shock
Location: Brazil
Format: Online Competition
Schedule: Sept 12th-15th
About: From the 12th to the 15th of September, the Resistance Cup, by G-Shock, will take place, a VALORANT tournament that will bring together 8 of the largest Brazilian VALORANT Orgs by invitation. The teams compete in a knockout match in which defeat is not an option and only those who resist will be crowned at the end of the dispute.
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GGWP 2023
Location: Brazil
Format: LAN Event
Schedule: LAN Finals - Nov 25th-26th
About: We deliver esporttainment and we democratize eSports, and this time will be no different, that's the GGWP. Our main objective is to cause positive and memorable experiences for the athlete and the esports fan, connecting with brands and changing the way of seeing the game: uniting live and online entertainment. All this to increase the impact of the latest edition on the community, connecting “amateurs'' with professionals, and giving them the opportunity to prove themselves among friends, as was the story of Aspas disputing their first final on LAN, along with Pancada and so many other players that made history on the GGWP stage! Play over LAN like a Pro, play to the max!
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Neon Dream Women’s VALORANT Invitational presented by Army National Guard
Location: North America
Format: Online Competition
About: Organized by NRG, the Neon Dream Women’s VALORANT Invitational presented by Army National Guard is an annual (remote) event for top female teams to showcase their skills. The tournament will feature 6 invited Game Changers teams and 2 additional teams who will join through an Open Qualifier. Held over 3 days in early September, teams will be competing for a slice of the $10,000 prize pool. The NRG Neon Dream Women’s VALORANT Invitational aims to not only promote diversity and inclusivity in gaming, but also celebrates the immense talent and potential of women in esports.
Spike Drop: Vegas Heist
Location: Las Vegas, North America
Format: Allied Esports LAN at the HyperX Arena
About: A VALORANT Tournament made to test teams' adaptability in our unique format by bringing Agent Drafting to a LAN environment with an experiential show/themed event aspect for spectators and players to engage in throughout the weekend.
For Those Who Dare - Presented by ASUS ROG
Format:
Online Open Qualifiers
LAN Finals will be at ASUS ROG HQ in California
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Location: North America
About: Introducing For Those Who Dare - Presented by ASUS ROG, an electrifying VALORANT tournament, proudly hosted by SoaR Gaming. This epic event welcomes T1, T2, and GC teams. Are you ready to seize your moment? This tournament will consist of two open qualifiers, each featuring eight teams in a double elimination bracket. The top four teams will secure their spot, with an expenses-paid trip to the LAN Finals on November 4th at ASUS HQ in Fremont, California. $15,000 and a wide array of ASUS ROG gear are up for grabs, you don't want to miss out on this event! Will you rise to the challenge?
The Knight's Forge
Format: LAN in Pittsburgh!
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Location: North America
About: After producing Riot’s official tier 2 VALORANT tournament - Challengers League NA - completely online, Knights Arena is eager to bring the VALORANT scene together for an in-person event - The Knight’s Forge. This OFF//SEASON LAN will be taking place in North America, and will have people fly in from far and wide to join the festivities. 32 top NA teams will compete for a $15,000 prize pool from September 21-24 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania at what is set to be an exciting esports spectacle, complete with side tournaments, VIP experiences, notable guests from the VALORANT scene and more.
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The Cozy Clash presented by Lenovo Legion
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Location: North America
About the Event: For the third time, Complexity is hosting a VALORANT tournament - this time taking it to a new level: a LAN Final. Through two Open Qualifiers, the best teams in the American Game Changers scene will be determined. For the four best, the journey moves to Frisco, Texas to play in a 3 day, Double-Elimination LAN event for the lion’s share of $40,000.
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The OFF//SEASON Showdown presented by Sean Gares
Format: Remote Online
Dates: Nov 10th-Nov 12th
About: Join Sean Gares for your chance to play against some of the best in VALORANT and walk away with your piece of the $15,000 prizing. This OFF//SEASON rumble invites you to gather 4 other friends and claw your way to the top of a 128 team bracket. The top 6 will earn their chance to play against teams from VCT, Game Changers and Challengers. Will you be able to rise to the challenge or will you drown in pools?
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Liquid Open Powered by IMC
Format: Remote Online
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About: Liquid Open (powered by IMC Trading) is a multi-region online VALORANT tournament that gives teams of all levels a chance to compete for glory and a total prize pool of $12,000. Liquid Open is a place for teams to test themselves in a more competitive setting up against Team Liquid talent and other up and comers.
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AGS Cup
Location: Argentina Game Show, Buenos Aires, Argentina
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About: The Argentina Game Show (AGS) is one of the biggest celebrations of Gaming and Esports in the Latin American territory, with competitions, activations, influencers and all kinds of surprises. This year’s 9th edition will be held in Centro Costa Salguero, Argentina. The AGS Cup is the official competitive circuit of the Argentina Game Show, and in 2023 the VALORANT competition will have an open qualifier stage to select the top 8 teams that will be competing for the glory in one of the live stages of the AGS in front of a live crowd. Join us in the event or tune in on our broadcast channels to celebrate the passion for games!
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ACE Double Down
Location: LATAM
Format: Online
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About: The ACE Double Down is an Invitational Tournament for LATAM North where the teams put it ALL on the line. Teams start competing with a fixed prize pool and they are able to earn more with each of the victories that they get. As teams win more games they secure additional funds, but watch out! because every defeat also means that the teams lose half of their current prize pool! Don't miss out on this new VALORANT tournament!
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Plant the Spike for Charity
Location: LATAM
Format: Online
Schedule: Nov 2nd-5th
About: Charity driven event! This is an Invitational Tournament for LATAM North where the teams will be formed with a captain that will make a squad with pro players, casters or influencers. The prizepool of the event will go to a charity selected by the champion team.
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SUPERDOME
Location: El Coliseo Live, Bogota, Colombia
Schedule: Nov 10th-12th
Format: LAN
About: SUPERDOME is bringing its renowned esports experience to Colombia, offering the LATAM gaming community an unparalleled championship event. After a successful inaugural edition in Egypt in October 2022, this cutting-edge tournament, presented by BME, is set to make waves in the region. Supported by top industry names and sponsors, SUPERDOME unites elite esports teams from both the international and LATAM regions. It promises state-of-the-art live broadcasts, on-ground activities, and marketing programs that meet international standards. SUPERDOME's Colombia event is poised to write a new magnificent chapter in esports, creating a vibrant platform for digital engagement, entertainment, and competition.
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VALORANT Cross-Fire
Format: Online LATAM North & South
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About: Invitational Tournament for both LATAM North and LATAM South, where teams formed with players from Game Changers and Challengers will mix. Each tournament will have 8 teams competing in a double elimination bracket.
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Geek Lounge VALORANT Invitational
Format: Online
Region: LATAM South
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About: Geek Lounge wants to invite players and fans to celebrate the LATAM South VALORANT scene with an invitational tournament to wrap up the year. We will be hosting an 8 team tournament with an innovative broadcast and content proposal! Don't miss out on the action!
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Ludwig x Tarik Invitational 2
More info coming soon.
PACIFIC
Mineski VxV 2023
Fomat: Online & Offline in Manila
Region: Philippines
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About: Mineski VxV is one of the most anticipated annual community tournaments in the Philippines.
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CEASE//FIRE All Star Showmatch
Format: Offline - Metro Manila
Schedule: Nov 19th
About: The VALORANT CEASE//FIRE is an exhilarating off-season Arena level tournament set to take place in Manila, Philippines. The tournament will be a thrilling showdown featuring the immensely popular local team, TEAM SECRET, pitted against an international All-Star team. The event will feature a myriad of entertaining activities, including a captivating cosplay competition, meet-and-greets with influential figures, an exciting influencers showmatch, mesmerizing live music performances, captivating stage programs, and an array of VALORANT and CEASE//FIRE merchandise for avid fans to explore.
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Asia Pacific Predator League Grand Finals
Location: Mall of Asia Arena, Manila, Philippines
Schedule: Jan 13th & 14th, 2024
About: The Asia Pacific Predator League is back in action. Teams from across the APAC region will be battling for the highly coveted Predator Shield. The Asia Pacific Predator League has been the home ground of up-and-coming esports talents. Predator has continuously provided this stage since 2018 and continues to nurture and promote the esports industry. Local qualifiers for each participating territory are now underway. The winners from the local qualifiers will have the honor of competing at the Grand Finals event early 2024. Details of the APAC Grand Finals will be announced soon. For more information and updates about Predator League, visit the official website at www.predator-league.com.
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Red Bull Home Ground
Location: Sumo arena Ryogoku Kokugikan
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About: Red Bull Home Ground is a pro VALORANT Invitational which will see several of the world’s top VALORANT teams battle it out for victory. This year, one of Tokyo’s most iconic venues – the historic Sumo arena Ryogoku Kokugikan – will be the proving ground, pitting the best teams from Japan and across the world against each other in a battle to be number one.
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AFREECATV VALORANT LEAGUE
Location: Afreeca Colosseum (South Korea)
Date: Dec 5th-10th
About: Afreeca TV will be hosting one of the biggest OFF//SEASON tournaments within the region and will invite 8 teams from 6 countries!
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TEN_ VALORANT GLOBAL INVITATIONAL
Location: Busan E-sports Arena (Brena)
Dates: Oct 7th8th
About: One of the biggest OFF//SEASON events in Korea inviting 4 teams from around the world. The event will take place in one of the most iconic esports stadiums in Busan, South Korea.
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Penta Pro Series - VALORANT | Season 2
Format: Online qualifiers and LAN finals at Mumbai
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About: This South Asia region tournament will be played over three phases. The first phase will be an Open Qualifier, from where the top 2 teams will progress to the second phase - Group Stage, where they will be joined by 6 invited teams, and the top 4 teams from this phase will qualify for the third phase - Playoffs, which will be played over two days in Mumbai to crown the champion.
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VALORANT India Invitational 23
Format: LAN in India
Schedule: Nov 24th-26th
About: VALORANT India Invitational returns in 2023 to India! Prepare yourselves for an action packed season of VALORANT featuring some of the best teams from across the world and some of the best teams in the country. Join us in our journey to find out local heroes to take on the juggernauts of VALORANT starting October 2023.
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Official VCT OFF//SEASON Event 2023
Format: Online qualifiers with LAN at GMC Balayogi Sports Complex in India
Schedule: Sept 2nd & 3rd for the LAN
About: The TEC Challenger Series - Official VCT OFF//SEASON 2023 - is now available! Join us from August 8th to 13th for the intense Online Qualifiers, in which the top four teams advance to the Group Stages. The 12 contenders will compete in two groups in a thrilling round robin format, paired with 8 invited teams. Witness the ultimate showdown when the top four teams compete in the LAN event in Hyderabad on September 2nd and 3rd, 2023! Prepare yourself for unrivaled VALORANT action and unforgettable moments!
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FFL RESORT in Okinawa Ver.VALORANT
Location: Okinawa, Japan
Dates: Oct 13th-15th
About: A vacation event in Okinawa. We will have pro players and streamers participate in an offline event and other fun activities while soaking in the tropical vibes of Okinawa.
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HACG CUP
Location: e-Create Space (Sazatuka, esports studio, Japan)
Date: Nov 18th
About: An event that gives esports students a chance to play among pro players. Qualifying rounds will be held for students from all over Japan, and the winning student teams will participate in the finals. The finals will feature players from various professional teams to join in with the students, forming a mixed student-professional dream team.
Japan Hype Up Tour JAPAN
Location: Osaka, Nagoya, Shibuya, Japan
Dates: Oct 2nd & 3rd, Nov 11th
About: A tour-based tournament that takes place in three of the biggest cities in Japan: Tokyo, Osaka, and Nagoya. The event focuses on the fans and their passion for the game, taking the spectator culture to new heights.
The VALORANT Sensational Social Summer Shindig
Region: Oceania
Format: Online
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About: An exciting community tournament with guest appearances from some of OCE's biggest talents in which players will compete in a social summer themed tournament against each other.
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The Liquid Open Powered by IMC
Format: Online
Schedule: Oct 9th-12th, 19th-22nd (AEST)
About: Targeting Australia and New Zealand, the Liquid Open Powered by IMC aims to attract teams of friends who have never had the opportunity to experience a tournament of this scale without limiting access to more experienced and skilled players. It features a double elimination bracket with a prize pool spread over a large portion of the participants, to make the event more about participation than competitive excellence.
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XP Esports
Region: Oceania
Format: Local LAN Centers in Queensland
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About: XP Clubs is an exciting seasonal competition pitting gaming center against gaming center, offering local grassroot players a chance to represent their local LAN gaming hub. All teams will be live each week at their represented gaming center.
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The Nerdpunt Invitational
Region: Oceania
Format: Online
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About: An OFF//SEASON invitational tournament showcasing Oceania’s best teams live on
Twitch.tv, competing in a format similar to the official Challengers series.
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VALORANT Game Changers OCE
Format: Online
Schedule: Nov 11th-12th & 18th-19th
About: Summoners’ Society is teaming up with Game Changers to give high quality tournament accessibility to women and gender-diverse individuals in Oceania. Aiming to amplify the presence of marginalized genders in the professional VALORANT scene. Over two weekends 'SumSoc x Game Changers' tournament will be broadcasting up-and-coming female and gender-diverse talent from OCE to the world, with professional level prizes to support the growth of the community!
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EMEA
Spike Nations - EMEA
Format: Online & Offline Finals at Gamergy Madrid (Spain)
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About: Welcome to Spike Nations EMEA, the ultimate VALORANT tournament that unites six nations in a fierce battle to showcase the best of EMEA's competitive prowess! This electrifying competition, managed by GGTech Entertainment, brings together players from every tier of the VALORANT competitive ecosystem, including Professionals from the esteemed VALORANT Champions Tour, Semiprofessionals from the VALORANT Challengers Leagues, talented competitors from the Amateur Circuits, and rising stars from the VCT Game Changers program.
In Spike Nations EMEA, each participating country will appoint an ambassador to lead their team into the battleground. These ambassadors will not only serve as beacons of national pride but also as strategic minds guiding their teams to victory. The tournament promises adrenaline-pumping action, stunning displays of skill, and breathtaking moments of teamwork. Every match will be a testament to the dedication and determination of each nation's VALORANT communities as they vie for the title of the best country in the EMEA region.
But that's not all! The finals of Spike Nations EMEA will reach its climax in a momentous showdown that will take place offline on the grand stage of GAMERGY, held at IFEMA (Madrid), Spain's premier esports event, from the 15th to the 17th of December. With an electric atmosphere and an audience brimming with anticipation, the main stage of GAMERGY will set the perfect backdrop for the culmination of this epic VALORANT tournament.
So mark your calendars and join us at GAMERGY for the thrilling conclusion of Spike Nations EMEA. It's an event you won't want to miss, as history is made and a new VALORANT champion nation emerges triumphant! Let the battle begin!
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SUPERDOME
Format: Online qualifiers and LAN Playoffs in Cairo, Egypt
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About: SUPERDOME, an international esports championship born in Egypt, elevated the MENA gaming & Esports community with its inaugural edition in October 2022. Presented by BME and supported by Riot Games, it serves as an OFFICIAL VALORANT OFF//SEASON EVENT, that, backed by The Egyptian Ministry of Youth and Sports and sponsored by Telecom Egypt (WE), unites top esports teams from both the international and MENA regions. With state-of-the-art live broadcasts, on-ground activities, and marketing programs, SUPERDOME sets a standard in esports entertainment and engagement.
Get ready for a thrilling esports showdown at SUPERDOME 2023 in Cairo, where the world's top teams battle, and enjoy exciting entertainment throughout the event.
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Coupe De France
Format: Online
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About: The "Coupe de France" is the OFF//SEASON event of the France/Benelux region.
For 2 weeks, the 12 best teams from the Challengers and the VRC France and Benelux will battle it out to win the title of "Champion de France".
STYRDA VALORANT NORDIC CLASH
Format: Online
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About: The Stryda VALORANT Nordic Clash will start in October and culminate with a Grand Finale in December, where the top-performing Clans of every skill level will clash head-to-head to claim the title of Nordic Champions.
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Crossfire x Mediamarkt e Intel
Format: Online qualifiers and Finals taking place at UBEAT Live, Barcelona
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About: The second edition of Crossfire, which returns with a revamped format that aims to return to the beginnings of the Genesis and Rising Series. Where the final phase will feature some of the best teams in EMEA.
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Challengers DACH Arcade
Format: Online
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About: The Challengers DACH Arcade consists of a group stage and double elimination playoffs. In the group stage the 8 Challengers DACH teams face each other in Bo3 matches. Every team will start the Tournament with 5 lives and lose one life for each lost series. The winners of each series get to pick their next opponent. After a maximum of 7 matchdays the top 4 teams will advance to a double elimination playoff bracket played as Bo5.
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THE POKAL
Format: Online Group Stage & Offline Playoffs
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About: THE POKAL by PROJECT V is the ultimate tournament in the GSA/DACH region for both VCD and PROJECT V teams. The top 16 VRC (PROJECT V) and all 8 VCD teams will compete against each other with 8 additional teams in the mix, which can qualify through an Open Qualifier Cup. A heated groupstage with 8 groups of 4 teams in total will decide which 16 teams make it into the KO-Playoffs. The grand finale will be an Offline Event in Cologne, where the last 4 remaining teams of the tournament will fight for the first "THE POKAL" trophy ever awarded. This will unite all VALORANT players in the DACH region.
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Challengers Portugal: Drift
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About: Open qualifiers will be held to find the top 8 amateur teams outside of the league. All 8 Challengers Portugal teams will be invited to a second stage of the tournament, where the top 8 amateur teams will face off against the current 8 Challengers Portugal teams in a double elimination bracket.
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ESA Open Fire All Stars
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Online Group Stage
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About: ESA Open Fire is the official OFF//SEASON Tournament aiming at the best teams in Turkey to compete in a challenging environment where they can test their limits and show their best practices in the LAN grand finals at ESA Arena in front of their fans and supporters!
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