Riot Games has unveiled details about fan activities during the Mid-Season Invitational 2025. The tournament in Vancouver promises to be the most extensive in the series' history, not only in terms of participants but also in the number of fan engagement formats.

The Largest Co-Streaming Coverage in MSI History

At MSI 2025, an updated Co-Streamer Hub, supported by Opera GX, will be launched. For the first time, more than 75 invited streamers from various countries will officially cover the matches on their platforms. The program remains invite-only: Riot has invited popular content creators who have actively followed regional leagues.

All streamers will be joined by teams — they are allowed to conduct their own broadcasts of MSI 2025 matches and collaborate with official ambassadors. The full list of participants will be published on June 19.

Broadcast Innovations: Updated HUD

During MSI 2025, Riot will continue to test a redesigned broadcast interface. Now, key information — score, timers, and objectives — will be displayed centrally at the top of the screen. Player cameras have been relocated, and the visual priorities of interface elements have been simplified for better perception — both on large screens and mobile devices.

Developers continue to gather viewer feedback for further HUD improvements.

Return of Global Power Rankings by AWS

During the tournament, global team rankings will be updated again, based on match results. The system automatically recalculates participant positions, allowing tracking of progress and surprises in real-time.

At the end of the tournament, Riot will highlight several special nominations:

• Biggest Mover — the team that made the largest jump in the rankings;
• Biggest Upset — the most unexpected victory;
• Ignite the Fire Within — in honor of the MSI champion or new #1 in the rankings.

MSI 2025 Tournament Format: From Qualifiers to Grand Final

The Mid-Season Invitational 2025 will take place from June 27 to July 12 in Vancouver, Canada, and includes two stages: Play-In Stage and Bracket Stage. All matches will be in a bo5 format with fearless draft (no repeated hero bans across matches).

Tournament Participants

10 teams will participate in MSI 2025:

• China (LPL): Bilibili Gaming (1st), Anyone’s Legend (2nd)
• Korea (LCK): Gen.G (1st), T1 (2nd)
• Europe (LEC): G2 Esports (1st), Movistar KOI (2nd)
• America (LTA): FlyQuest (North), FURIA (South)
• Asia (LCP): CTBC Flying Oyster (1st), GAM Esports (2nd)

Play-In Stage (June 27–29)

Participants:

• 2nd places from LEC, LPL, LCP
• Representative of LTA South

Format: Double Elimination, all matches are bo5. Seeding is based on the results of Spring Split 2025. Winners of two matches with 2 victories proceed to the next stage.

Bracket Stage (July 1–5 and July 7–12)

Participants:

• 4 direct invites: LCK1, LEC1, LPL1, LCP1
• 1 slot by regional merit: LCK2 (second place LCK — T1)
• 2 teams from Play-In
• 1 slot for Play-In winner by distribution rules

Format: Double Elimination, all matches are bo5. Teams are divided into 4 draw tiers:

• Tier 1: LCK1 (Gen.G), LEC1 (G2)
• Tier 2: LPL1 (BLG), LCP1 (CFO)
• Tier 3: LCK2 (T1), LTA1 (FlyQuest)
• Tier 4: 2 teams from Play-In

Seeding Rules:

• Teams from the same region cannot be on the same side of the bracket.
• Tiers 1 vs 4 and 2 vs 3.
• For 4 out of 6 possible Play-In outcomes, no draw is required.
• In the remaining 2 — only one draw will be needed.

Match Schedule (PDT / CEST / CST)

Play-In Stage:

• June 27: 12:00 PDT / 21:00 CEST / 03:00 June 28 CST
• June 28: same time
• June 29: starts at 17:00 PDT / 02:00 +1 CEST / 08:00 +1 CST

Bracket Stage:

• July 1–3: starts at 17:00 PDT / 02:00 +1 CEST / 08:00 +1 CST
• July 4–5: 12:00 PDT / 21:00 CEST / 03:00 +1 CST
• July 7–10: 17:00 PDT / 02:00 +1 CEST / 08:00 +1 CST
• July 11 (Lower Final): 17:00 PDT
• July 12 (Grand Final): 17:00 PDT

What's at Stake

MSI 2025 Winner:

• Will receive an automatic slot at Worlds 2025.
• Will add an additional spot for their region at Worlds.

Official Tournament Skin and Revenue System

Spirit Blossom Hwei has become the official skin of MSI 2025. Revenue from its sales will partially support participating teams. Available for purchase are:

• Hwei Skin (1350 RP);
• Bundle with frame (2340 RP);
• Chroma bundle (4110 RP);
• Individual chromas (290 RP).

After the final, accessories for the MSI champion will be available — icon (250 RP) and emote (350 RP).

Also, from July 14 to 22, Riot will hold a skin sale used in the final — 33% off individual skins and 50% off role bundles. Ultimate and mythic skins are not included in the promotion.

Merchandise and Events for Visitors

Starting June 19, the MSI 2025 capsule clothing collection will be available for sale. It is inspired by the year's theme Ignite the Fire Within and designed in red-black color scheme. Some items will be available online for Europe and the US, while the entire collection on-site in Vancouver will be produced in Canada.

From July 10 to 12, before the matches, the MSI Tailgate — an open fan zone with activities — will be operational:

• Riftbound — the first opportunity to play Riot's collectible card game;
• Meetings with developers;
• Photos with Spirit Blossom cosplayers — Lux, Nidalee, Ashe, and others;
• 20-foot inflatable Morgana at the arena entrance.

MSI 2025 — Rewards, Subscriptions, and Pick’Ems

Drops: Emotes, Capsules, and Surprises

At MSI 2025, viewers can expect an updated Drops system: exclusive emotes, capsules, and even a chance to win tickets to Worlds 2025. To receive rewards, you need to watch matches live on LoLEsports.com, logged in with Riot ID.

Reward Conditions:

• Pentakill, stolen Baron/Dragon/Elder, or Silver Scrapes moment (decisive fifth map).
• Each Drop is tied to a specific day or event.

Emotes and Rewards by Day:

• June 27 (opening day) — "I Didn’t Start The Fire!" (Milio in panic)
• July 1 (start of Bracket Stage) — "Casual Flex" (Ashe in style)
• Upper Final — "Always Hip" (Aurora in a hat)
• Lower Bracket Final — "ONWARD!" (Kindred on Wolf)
• MSI Final: "POWER PLAY!" (Jax with a hockey stick) "All Wrapped Up" (Cassiopeia hugging Teemo) "FED." (Sett enjoying ramen)
• "POWER PLAY!" (Jax with a hockey stick)
• "All Wrapped Up" (Cassiopeia hugging Teemo)
• "FED." (Sett enjoying ramen)

Sponsor Bonuses:

• Coinbase — Hextech chests + raffle for 2 tickets to Worlds 2025 in China.
• Secretlab — exclusive discount on chairs.

Twitch Subscriptions: Emotes and Badges for Fans

Twitch subscriptions are active again during MSI 2025 on Riot channels. Part of the subscription revenue will go to the Global Prize Pool, supporting teams and leagues.

Subscription Benefits:

• Ad-free viewing
• Exclusive chat emotes
• Subscriber badges
• Channel Points and exclusive chat

Paid and Gifted Subscriptions:

• Emote “Not Like This” (Hwei) — in-game after receiving via Twitch Inventory
• Exclusive global event badge in chat

MSI Pick’Ems 2025 

Pick’Ems by AWS are being held at MSI for the first time this year. Predict outcomes, earn points, and receive in-game rewards.

Phase 1 — Play-In

• Predict the final position of each of the 4 teams (2 advance, 2 are eliminated).
• Deadline — before the start of the match on June 27.

Phase 2 — Bracket Stage

• Fill out the bracket of 8 teams in Double Elimination format.
• Predict each winner up to the final.
• Deadline — before the start of matches on July 1.

Pick’Ems Rewards:

• Participation: Emotes Mundo & Gnar “SELLIING” + 1 capsule
• Emotes Mundo & Gnar “SELLIING” + 1 capsule
• B-Tier (top‑50%) — capsule, Teemo “My Special Gift” emote
• A-Tier (top‑25%) — capsule, Yi “Shady” emote
• Top‑2500 — Spirit Blossom Hwei skin + champion Hwei
• Perfect Picks — all Ultimate skins and rewards of all levels!

Partner Activities and Fan Zones

Riot engaged global partners:

• OMEN & HyperX invite to the art wall and photo zone with Morgana;
• Coinbase offers to play Smite the Baron;
• Red Bull hosts a High Striker strength challenge;
• SecretLab will showcase their chairs and raffle tickets to the MSI final and collectible Poro badges.

What Else to See in Vancouver

Vancouver, where the tournament will be held, is a blend of nature and city. Riot recommends visiting the Playland amusement park (near Pacific Coliseum), riding the 4D attraction FlyOver, and exploring the vibrant neighborhoods of the metropolis.