Valorant Champions Tour (VCT) is Riot Games’ official global esports circuit for Valorant. Since its launch in 2021, VCT has become one of the most popular global competitive gaming leagues, attracting top-tier teams, millions of viewers, and massive prize pools.
| Series | Valorant Champions Tour |
| Organizer | Riot Games Inc. |
| Circuit | Global |
| Starting Year | 2021 |
| Tier | S-tier |
VCT Leagues
VCT Regional Leagues
VCT International Leagues
VCT Game Changers League
VCT Competitive Structure
VCT is Riot Games’ structured competitive esports system for Valorant, designed to focus regional and international competition. It consists of:
1. VCT Kickoff Tournament
- Held at the start of the year.
- Features top teams from each region competing in a mini-tournament.
- Starts early-season competitive Valorant rights and points collection for Masters.
2. Regional Leagues (Americas, EMEA, Pacific)
- Format: Split into two stages with regular-season matches and playoffs.
- Teams: 10 partnered teams + 2 Ascension qualifiers.
- Broadcast: Weekly matches with analyst desks, player interviews, and hype segments.
3. VCT Masters – Mid-Season Global Tournament
- Two international tournaments (e.g., Masters Madrid, Masters Shanghai).
- Features top teams from regional leagues.
- A competitive ground for teams before Champions.
4. Valorant Champions – The World Championship
- The grand finale of the VCT season.
- 16 best teams from around the world compete.
- Past hosts: Los Angeles (2023), Istanbul (2022), Berlin (2021).
5. Challengers & Ascension – A Path to Pro
- Challengers Leagues: Tier 2 tournaments where unsigned teams compete.
- Ascension: Winning teams earn a one-year spot in the partnered leagues.
6. Game Changers – Empowering Women in Esports
A dedicated circuit for women and marginalized genders, providing a platform for underrepresented players in esports.
Popular teams: G2 Gozen, Shopify Rebellion GC.