'Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O.' to Host First Global Tournament with $100,000 Grand Prize
Kang In sig / Published March 16, 2025 11:27 PM
Kang In sig
Courtesy of SEGA Publishing Korea
SEGA Publishing Korea (CEO: Saito Ko) has announced the launch of the first official global tournament for its PC software Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O.. Titled the VIRTUA FIGHTER Open Championship, this tournament will bring together players from four major regions: North America, Europe, Japan, and Asia (excluding Japan). The tournament will kick off with regional qualifiers, with the first event taking place at COMBO BREAKER 2025 from May 23 to 25, 2025, in North America.
The VIRTUA FIGHTER Open Championship will be held in a series of regional qualifiers. Each region's top players will earn the chance to compete in the grand final, where a grand prize of $100,000 will be awarded to the champion. This unprecedented cash prize is expected to attract numerous participants from around the globe, solidifying Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. as a competitive force in the fighting game community.
The tournament will serve as a major milestone for the Virtua Fighter franchise, which has long been a favorite among fighting game enthusiasts. With the official global competition, Virtua Fighter aims to expand its reach and provide players with an opportunity to showcase their skills on a worldwide stage. Participants will be competing not only for the substantial prize money but also for the prestige of being crowned the Virtua Fighter world champion.
In addition to the tournament announcement, Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. is currently available for purchase on Steam with a 20% discount. The sale, which runs from today (March 17) until March 21, includes both the standard edition and the 30th Anniversary Edition of the game. This promotional offer is a great opportunity for new players to join the Virtua Fighter community and participate in the upcoming tournament.
The VIRTUA FIGHTER Open Championship will feature ongoing updates regarding regional qualifiers, competition rules, and further details on the official Virtua Fighter portal site. Interested participants can stay informed through the portal for the latest announcements and official guidelines.
The official global tournament marks an exciting new chapter for Virtua Fighter fans, as it provides a platform for players to compete on a global stage for one of the largest prize pools in the franchise’s history. With the growing anticipation surrounding the event, the VIRTUA FIGHTER Open Championship promises to be a thrilling experience for both players and fans alike.
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Courtesy of SEGA Publishing Korea
SEGA Publishing Korea (CEO: Saito Ko) has announced the launch of the first official global tournament for its PC software Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O.. Titled the VIRTUA FIGHTER Open Championship, this tournament will bring together players from four major regions: North America, Europe, Japan, and Asia (excluding Japan). The tournament will kick off with regional qualifiers, with the first event taking place at COMBO BREAKER 2025 from May 23 to 25, 2025, in North America.
The VIRTUA FIGHTER Open Championship will be held in a series of regional qualifiers. Each region's top players will earn the chance to compete in the grand final, where a grand prize of $100,000 will be awarded to the champion. This unprecedented cash prize is expected to attract numerous participants from around the globe, solidifying Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. as a competitive force in the fighting game community.
The tournament will serve as a major milestone for the Virtua Fighter franchise, which has long been a favorite among fighting game enthusiasts. With the official global competition, Virtua Fighter aims to expand its reach and provide players with an opportunity to showcase their skills on a worldwide stage. Participants will be competing not only for the substantial prize money but also for the prestige of being crowned the Virtua Fighter world champion.
In addition to the tournament announcement, Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. is currently available for purchase on Steam with a 20% discount. The sale, which runs from today (March 17) until March 21, includes both the standard edition and the 30th Anniversary Edition of the game. This promotional offer is a great opportunity for new players to join the Virtua Fighter community and participate in the upcoming tournament.
The VIRTUA FIGHTER Open Championship will feature ongoing updates regarding regional qualifiers, competition rules, and further details on the official Virtua Fighter portal site. Interested participants can stay informed through the portal for the latest announcements and official guidelines.
The official global tournament marks an exciting new chapter for Virtua Fighter fans, as it provides a platform for players to compete on a global stage for one of the largest prize pools in the franchise’s history. With the growing anticipation surrounding the event, the VIRTUA FIGHTER Open Championship promises to be a thrilling experience for both players and fans alike.
