The VALORANT Game Changers Championship 2025 is set to commence from November 20 in Seoul, gathering the top ten women’s teams from across the globe. Following an annual period of elimination rounds, regional championships, and accumulating circuit points, the most elite lineups will finally face off in a Double-Elimination playoff for the world champion trophy accompanied by a cash prize worth $500,000, set to conclude by November 30.

General Information

The GC Championship 2025 will take place from November 20 to 30 at LoL PARK in Seoul. The event will be held in LAN format, with teams from all over the world participating. The tournament will start immediately with the playoffs using a double elimination system. All matches will be played in a best-of-three format, with the grand final and lower bracket final played in a best-of-five format. The opening matches were determined by a draw that took place during the Americas Last Chance Qualifier.

Participating Teams

Ten teams secured their spots through regional events or by earning the highest circuit points. These teams represent the strongest regions and the most consistent results throughout the year. Traditional powerhouses such as G2 Gozen, Shopify Rebellion Gold, and Xipto GC enter the championship as early favorites, but the field is deeper than ever.

• G2 Gozen (EMEA Stage 3)
• Karmine Corp GC (EMEA Circuit Points #2
• GIANTX GC (EMEA Circuit Points #3)
• Shopify Rebellion Gold (NA Stage 2)
• Xipto GC (Pacific #1)
• Ninetails (Pacific #2)
• Team Liquid Brazil (Brazil Final Stage)
• KRÜ Blaze (LATAM Regional Final)
• Nova Esports GC (China Stage 2)
• MIBR GC (Americas LCQ)

Opening Match Schedule

The first matches will take place from November 20 to 22. These opening matches will determine the course of the tournament and show which regions will establish early dominance and which will be forced to fight in the lower bracket.

20 November

10:00 — Ninetails vs Nova Esports GC

13:00 — MIBR GC vs GIANTX GC

21 November

10:00 — Xipto GC vs Karmine Corp GC

13:00 — Team Liquid Brazil vs KRÜ Blaze

22 November

10:00 — G2 Gozen vs TBD

13:00 — Shopify Rebellion Gold vs TBD

Favorites and Underdogs

The Game Changers Championship 2025 features compelling narratives fueled by a year of intense competition:

• G2 Gozen (EMEA) enter as one of the most experienced teams on the international stage. Their disciplined structure and LAN pedigree make them predictable threats deep into the bracket.
• Shopify Rebellion Gold (North America) continue to be a cornerstone of consistency, celebrated for their calculated playstyle and strong mid-rounding.
• Nova Esports GC represent the rapid growth of the Chinese scene, entering with innovative teamplay and bold tactical ideas.

This diversity creates a tournament environment where every match delivers strategic depth and unpredictable momentum swings.

Game Changers Championship Drops

To celebrate the event, viewers can earn exclusive in-game drops by watching the official Game Changers Championship broadcasts. Two rewards will be available: 

• Title: “GO OFF” — earned by tuning in to any live match between November 20 and 29. 
• Spray: “KAY/O Punch” — available during the Grand Final on November 30.

Prize Pool

The total prize pool for the championship is $500,000, distributed as follows:

The Game Changers Championship 2025 is a true celebration for fans of women’s VALORANT. The strongest teams will compete in Seoul over the course of 10 days. In addition, Riot Games will offer various activities both for online viewers and for those attending the event in person.