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The 2025 National Prefectural eSports Championship: Puyo Puyo Edition

The entry period for the Puyo Puyo section of the upcoming National Prefectural eSports Championship 2025 SHIGA has officially commenced on July 23. Organized by SEGA, this championship is not just another tournament; it aims to crown the best Puyo Puyo players from across Japan. This beloved action-puzzle game has captured the hearts of many and will now serve as the battleground for aspiring eSports athletes eager to prove their skills.

Championship Details

The tournament is designed to determine the ultimate champion in Puyo Puyo, with participants representing their respective prefectures across eight blocks. The competition will kick off with the Block Representative Deciding Matches, held online to select players who will advance to the main event in Shiga.

Scheduled for November 22 and 23, this event will take place in Shiga Prefecture, and the winners will be crowned as the national champions. The participants will compete in both the elementary division, exclusively for young players, and an open participation division that allows competitors of all ages. Each contestant can only register for one section.

Block Representative Matches Schedule

The matches to select block representatives will occur on the following dates:

• - August 30, 2025:

- China and Shikoku Block at 10 AM
- Kansai Block at 12 PM
- Tokai Block at 2 PM
- Kyushu and Okinawa Block at 4 PM

• - August 31, 2025:

- Hokushinetsu Block at 10 AM
- Hokkaido and Tohoku Block at 12 PM
- Kanto Block at 2 PM
- Shiga Block at 2 PM

Hokkaido and Tohoku will send one representative, while Kanto will send two, resulting in a total of ten players competing in the Shiga Finals.

Shiga Finals Structure

The Shiga finals will take place at the ProSeed Arena Hikone (Hikone Sports and Cultural Exchange Center), featuring an offline tournament format. Participants will engage in a league format for qualifications followed by a thrilling single-elimination championship round. The schedule for the finals is as follows:

• - Day 1 (November 22): Qualification Rounds
• - Day 2 (November 23): Championship Matches

Score Attack Campaign

In addition to traditional tournament play, there's an opportunity for players to enter through the Score Attack Campaign using the “Challenge” mode of Puyo Puyo eSports. Participants can compete by achieving high scores in a limited time – specifically, two minutes to clear as many Puyos as possible. The top scoring player from each division will receive an invitation to the finals, along with a chance to win exclusive Puyo Puyo merchandise through a lucky draw.

Entry Deadline

Aspiring participants should note that the application deadline is set for September 30, 2025, at 11:59 PM. To stay updated on the tournament and access entry details, check out the official entry site: National Prefectural eSports Championship Entry Site.

A Legacy of Puyo Puyo

The Puyo Puyo series has become a staple in the gaming community, beloved for over three decades since its launch in 1991. With a simple yet addictive gameplay system and charming characters, it quickly rose to fame, establishing itself as both a crowd favorite and a premier competitive game in the eSports arena.

Puyo Puyo was recognized as an official title by the Japan eSports Union (JeSU) in 2018, marking the beginning of professional leagues and competitions. Its inclusion in eSports events and competitions, like the National Games and international contests, only highlights its sustained popularity and cultural impact in Japan.

Overall, the National Prefectural eSports Championship 2025 SHIGA promises to be an outstanding event for both competitors and spectators alike. As the eSports scene continues to grow, events like this inspire new generations of gamers to aim for the top and celebrate the joy of gaming.