Riot Games Reveals 32 Partner Teams for VALORANT Champions Tour
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Riot Games has announced the 32 partner teams for the VALORANT Champions Tour (VCT) for the next two years. This new model follows the end of the franchise era, introducing a semi-open circuit while retaining partnerships.
Partner Teams Announced
On Wednesday, November 21, Riot Games confirmed the 32 teams that will participate in the VALORANT Champions Tour (VCT) over the next two years. The announcement includes teams from various regions, with the Pichau Arena already revealing the participants for the VCT Americas.
New Competitive Model
With the conclusion of the franchise era, Riot Games has shifted to a semi-open circuit for competitive VALORANT. While the new model allows for more teams to compete, it still maintains some partnerships that were part of the previous franchise system.
Benefits for Partner Teams
The selected teams will receive several advantages, including:
- Store Bundle Support: Teams will have support through a special bundle in the in-game store.
- Direct Qualification: Teams will have direct entry into the season kickoff, scheduled from January 14 to February 7.
- Advancement in Cups: In the new tournament format, partner teams will start in later stages.
Competitive Calendar Released
Additionally, Riot has released the full competitive calendar through 2027, which includes two major tournaments set to take place in Brazil, specifically in São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro. For more details, check the linked article.