The initial stages of the event will take place at COEX Shinhan Card Artium in Seoul, the central hub for the VCT Pacific International League. For the final three days, the excitement will move to a more spacious setting at the INSPIRE Arena in Incheon. This shift to a larger venue will accommodate the growing anticipation and ensure an unforgettable experience for all attendees as the competition reaches its climax.
Format of the Championship:
Sixteen teams have earned their place in VALORANT Champions Seoul. Their qualifications come from finishing in the top three positions in their respective International Leagues or by gathering Championship Points throughout the season. These achievements have set the stage for an epic showdown at this prestigious event.
From August 1-11, sixteen teams, split into four groups of four, will battle it out in a double-elimination, best-of-three format. The top two teams from each group will progress to the playoffs, held from August 14-18, continuing the same best-of-three, double-elimination structure.
The leading four teams will take a four-day break before the competition continues from August 23-25 at the INSPIRE Arena. On the first day, a new VALORANT Agent will be unveiled. Matches will begin at 16:00 SGT (GMT+8) during the initial phases, shifting to 15:00 for the final three days.
Where the Tournament Will be Streaming Live?
Get ready for an action-packed experience with Spray: Dan the Champ! Join us for live matches from August 1 to 24, showcasing the best of the season. Don’t miss out on the Playercard: Agents on Leave: Seoul, adding an exciting twist to the lineup. Mark your calendars for the Grand Final on August 25 and tune in to witness the thrilling conclusion of the competition.
Here’s the full schedule of VALORANT Champions Seoul (time in GMT+9):
| Date | Fixtures | Time (KST) |
| Aug 1, 2024 | Groups Round 1 | 17:00 KST |
| Aug 2, 2024 | Groups 1 | 17:00 KST |
| Aug 3, 2024 | Groups Round 1 | 17:00 KST |
| Aug 4, 2024 | Groups Round 1 | 17:00 KST |
| Aug 5, 2024 | Dark Day, No Matches | Dark Day, No Matches |
| Aug 6, 2024 | Groups, Upper Final | 17:00 KST |
| Aug 7, 2024 | Groups, Upper Final | 17:00 KST |
| Aug 8, 2024 | Groups, Lower Bracket Round 1 | 17:00 KST |
| Aug 9, 2024 | Groups, Lower Bracket Round 1 | 17:00 KST |
| Aug 10, 2024 | Groups, Lower Bracket Final | 17:00 KST |
| Aug 11, 2024 | Groups, Lower Bracket Final | 17:00 KST |
| Aug 12, 2024 | Dark Day, No Matches | Dark Day, No Matches |
| Aug 13, 2024 | Dark Day, No Matches | Dark Day, No Matches |
| Aug 14, 2024 | Playoffs, Upper Bracket Round 1 | 17:00 KST |
| Aug 15, 2024 | Playoffs, Upper Bracket Round 1 | 17:00 KST |
| Aug 16, 2024 | Playoffs, Lower Bracket Round 1 | 17:00 KST |
| Aug 17, 2024 | Playoffs, Upper Bracket Round 2 | 17:00 KST |
| Aug 18, 2024 | Playoffs, Lower Bracket Round 2 | 17:00 KST |
| Aug 19, 2024 | Dark Day, No Matches | Dark Day, No Matches |
| Aug 20, 2024 | Dark Day, No Matches | Dark Day, No Matches |
| Aug 21, 2024 | Dark Day, No Matches | Dark Day, No Matches |
| Aug 22, 2024 | Dark Day, No Matches | Dark Day, No Matches |
| Aug 23, 2024 | Upper Finals & Lower Semifinals | 16:00 KST |
| Aug 24, 2024 | Lower Bracket Finals | 16:00 KST |
| Aug 25, 2024 | Grand Finals | 16:00 KST |
Qualified Teams of This Event:
| VCT Americas | VCT Pacific | VCT EMEA | VCT CN |
| LEVIATÁN | TALON ESPORTS | FNATIC | EDWARD GAMING |
| KRÜ Esports | PAPER REX | FUT ESPORTS | FUNPLUS PHOENIX |
| G2 Esports | DRX | TEAM HERETICS | TRACE ESPORTS |
| Sentinels | GEN.G ESPORTS | TEAM VITALITY | BILIBILI GAMING |
Prize Money of This Championship:
VALORANT Champions Seoul boasts a prize pool of US$2,250,000, with the winning team set to receive one million dollars and secure a place in history. The total prize money will be divided among all 16 teams, supplemented by revenue from the 2024 VALORANT Champions bundle.
| Position | Prize Money |
| 1st | $1,000,000 |
| 2nd | $400,000 |
| 3rd | $250,000 |
| 4th | $130,000 |
| 5-6th | $85,000 |
| 7-8th | $50,000 |
| 9-12th | $30,000 |
| 13-16th | $20,000 |
Ticket Prize:
Ticket prices for the tournament vary by date and tier. For August 23, 2024, which includes the Upper Bracket Finals and Lower Bracket Semi-Finals, tickets are priced at ₩110,000 for Tier 1, ₩83,000 for Tier 2, ₩55,000 for Tier 3, and ₩35,000 for Tier 4. On August 24, 2024, for the Lower Bracket Finals, prices are ₩123,000 for Tier 1, ₩96,000 for Tier 2, ₩69,000 for Tier 3, and ₩48,000 for Tier 4. For the Grand Finals on August 25, 2024, Tier 1 tickets are ₩164,000, Tier 2 tickets are ₩123,000, Tier 3 tickets are ₩96,000, and Tier 4 tickets are ₩69,000.
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