Everything VALORANT 2024 OFF//SEASON - Events, Schedules & More

Riot Games has packed with events the 2024 VALORANT OFF//SEASON. It will be an exciting time for both fans and players of the game. OFF//SEASON will offer a platform for teams to test their rosters and for tournaments to experiment with fresh formats. This period will feature a wide range of special events, and competitions, including ASCENSION tournaments, new Challengers events, over 30 OFF//SEASON tournaments, and the Game Changers World Championship. In this article, we will talk about everything VALORANT OFF//SEASON has in store for us. The information has been taken from the official VALORANT website.

ASCENSION Tournaments

The ASCENSION tournaments are considered to be the highlight of the VALORANT OFF//SEASON. In it, the top Challenger teams will go up against each other to compete for promotion to the International Leagues. This is a very important moment for all of these players, aiming at the ultimate goal of qualifying for global events like Masters and Champions. The ASCENSION tournaments will have a winner or a champion in each region, granting them a spot in the top tier of VALORANT esports for 2025.

Important ASCENSION Scheduled Dates:

• VCT Ascension Americas: September 9 - 21
• VCT Ascension EMEA: August 31 - September 15
• VCT Ascension PACIFIC: September 20 - 29
• VCT ASCENSION CN: September 11 - 21

VALORANT OFF//SEASON Events

The OFF//SEASON will be absolutely packed with different events, tournaments, competitions, and show matches across different regions. These events are supposed to keep the competitive spirit alive before the next VCT season. Fans can expect a thrilling lineup of matches starting in September. Here is the schedule released by Riot Games:

PACIFIC Region:

• REIGNITE//RENDEZVOUS: October 16 - November 22
• Limitless Invitational: October 16 - 20
• Mineski VxV presented by PPGL Qualifiers: October 18 - November 3
• Red Bull Home Ground APAC Qualifier: October 19 - 20
• Penta Off//Seasons: October 21 - 27
• TEN 2024_VALORANT GLOBAL INVITATIONAL: October 26 - 27
• One Game Showdown Qualifiers: October 28 - November 7
• 2024 GES Asia: November 2 - 3
• Mineski VxV Playoffs presented by PPGL: November 22 - December 2
• UNSTOPPABLE ‘24: November 28 - December 1
• One Game Showdown Playoffs: November 29 - December 1
• Convergence 2024: December 2 - 8
• SOOP VALORANT LEAGUE 2024: December 10 - 15
• Predator League 2025: January 8 - 12

EMEA Region:

• Lioness Cup VALORANT: October 19 - 25
• Superdome 2024 Phase 1: October 27 - November 1
• Coastal Combat Qualifiers: November 18 - 27
• Red Bull Home Ground: November 20 - 23
• Spike Nations International Phase: November 25 - 30
• Superdome 2024 Playoffs: November 28 - 30
• Spike Nations Grand Finals: December 3 - 4
• Coastal Combat Main Event: December 3 - 11

Americas Region:

• Neon Dream Invitational: September 16 - 17
• MEG Qualifiers: September 27 - 29
• Red Bull Home Grounds NA Qualifier: September 29
• Sentinels Showmatch: October 9 & October 22
• Ludwig x Tarik Invitational 3: October 12-13
• SUPER STARS Showmatch: October 19
• Sen City Classic: November 1-3
• MEG Finals: November 23
• VALORANT Underground (LAS): December 2-8
• VALORANT Underground (LAN): December 9-15

CN Region:

• Shanghai Esports Masters: December 6 - 7
• East Asia Tri-Cup: November 21 - December 1

Challengers Events

Challenger Leagues are the perfect platform for players who dream of becoming pros. In 2024, more than 40 Challenger players were signed by International League teams, with several teams advancing from Premier to represent their regions at Ascension 2024. This year's OFF//SEASON will introduce new Challenger tournaments, bridging the gap between the 2024 and 2025 seasons. These tournaments will provide top Challenger and Premier teams with opportunities to compete during the free agency period.

Key Regions:

• North America: 1 event
• Latin America: 1 event
• Brazil: 1 event
• APAC: 5 events
• EMEA: 7 events

Game Changers World Championship

The Game Changers Championship is set to return to the Riot Games Arena in Berlin, Germany, from November 8-17. This year, the tournament will include 10 teams. You might remember that this number used to be 8. 

The 2024 OFF//SEASON promises to be an exciting time for VALORANT esports. There's a lot of content to enjoy! Both players and competitors will be having fun - that's for sure!