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Riot Games is set to introduce major changes to the VALORANT Champions Tour starting in early 2027. Take a look at their objectives.
The first cycle of team partnerships concludes at the end of next year and Riot Games recognizes that changes need to be made on the VALORANT Champions Tour. At the beginning of 2027, Riot plans to introduce new objectives to their to-do list. You can check out all the announcements on thelatest developers' video.
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Tier 1 and 2
One of Riot Games’ key goals moving forward is to introduce greater transparency within the VALORANT Champions Tour. While partnerships will remain a core part of the VCT structure, the focus is shifting toward a more open ecosystem, one that bridges the gap between Tier 1 and Tier 2 play, connects professional and grassroots tournaments and creates more opportunities for rising teams to shine on the biggest stages.
This push for openness comes at a critical time. Earlier this month, Tier 2 VALORANT faced significant controversy amid allegations ofongoing match-fixing and corruption, highlighting the urgent need for clearer oversight and stronger integrity measures across all levels of competition.
Other major changes to the VALORANT Champions Tour are focused on building a more diverse and dynamic system, one that features a broader range of competitions, innovative formats, and event locations spanning the globe. VALORANT esports may soon travel the world, reaching and connecting with more fans globally.
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The VALORANT family
The third goal is to create more ecosystem moments. Events like Masters and Champions unite everything that makes VALORANT special. They bring together the game, the competition, the community, and the culture. While the number of global events will stay the same, Riot plans to deliver more moments like these. The focus is especially on the regional level, aiming to boost engagement and celebrate the full VALORANT experience.
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