As summer approaches, the path to Riyadh for the top teams at the Esports World Cup is now clearly mapped out. Today marks the exciting start of the Honor of Kings Regional Leagues, kicking off the journey for teams aiming to secure a spot at the prestigious Honor of Kings World Cup later this year in Riyadh.
Seven regional leagues, spanning from the Philippines to Brazil, are set to showcase intense competition as teams vie to be crowned the best in their region. These leagues are not just about regional supremacy; they are the crucial stepping stones to the coveted spots at the Honor of Kings World Cup.
At the KWC, an exhilarating showdown awaits, with 18 teams competing for the ultimate prize. This year's competition will be fiercer than ever, as qualifying teams from the Regional Leagues will go head-to-head with the champions of the KPL Spring season, adding an extra layer of excitement to the esports spectacle.
Here are the start dates for the regional leagues:
- Indonesia Kings Laga: Group Stage (11th-18th May), Playoffs (30th May, 1st June)
- MY Honor of Kings League: Group Stage (18th April-25th May), Playoffs (6th-8th June)
- Philippine King League: Group Stage (11th April-25th May), Playoffs (6th-8th June)
- Wildcard King Series: Group Stage (16th May-1st June), Playoffs (6th-8th June)
- Major East League: Group Stage (17th-20th April, 24th-27th April), Knockout Stage (2nd-3rd May), Major Last Call (4th May)
- Major West League: Group Stage (17th-20th April, 24th-27th April), Knockout Stage (2nd-3rd May), Major Last Call (4th May)
- Honor of Kings Brazil Championship: Group Stage (16th-18th May, 22nd-25th May), Playoffs (31st May-1st June, 7th-8th June)
If this news has sparked your interest in trying Honor of Kings, and perhaps even dreaming of becoming the next esports champion, dive right in! Don't forget to check out our tier list of Honor of Kings characters to get a strategic overview of who you should play and who might be better left on the sidelines.
