TL;DR: Riot Games has unveiled additional details for VCT 2027, including an expanded list of regional competitions, financial rewards, and qualification paths to Cups and Global Events.
Date: June 18, 2026 – Los Angeles
What You Need to Know:
12-Team Triple Elimination Kickoffs Return
- Kickoff tournaments in VCT Americas, EMEA, and Pacific will feature 12 teams:
- 8 partner teams
- 4 teams from Open Qualifiers
- The top three teams from each Kickoff will qualify directly to Masters.
- While partner teams receive direct entry into Kickoff, they are not guaranteed participation in future Cups and must continue qualifying through performance.
