This collaboration also includes a global commercial agreement encompassing in-broadcast activations across Riots major esports events.

The announcement was made on Tuesday (11 February) through a post on Riot Games officialwebsite.

This means VALORANT will be included in the 2025 Esports World Cup alongside LoL and TFT.

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In 2024, the popular fps by Riot Games wasnt included due to scheduling conflicts in the esports calendar.

The partnership will debut at the VALORANT Champions Tour (VCT) Masters Bangkok on 20 February 2025.

Lee Faker Sang hyeok won their first EWC trophy.

This move aligns with Riots broader efforts to create more competitive opportunities across all three games.

“Esports has always been about more than just organizing tournaments.