The 7th TOPANGA CHAMPIONSHIP: A Thrilling E-Sports Showdown
The highly awaited 7th installment of the
TOPANGA CHAMPIONSHIP for
STREET FIGHTER 6 is officially announced, promising an exhilarating competition for eSports enthusiasts worldwide. With a staggering prize pool of 15 million yen, including a grand prize of 10 million yen for the champion, the stakes have never been higher!
Event Details
Organized by
CELLORB, a leading company in the eSports sector, the tournament embodies the mission of connecting the world through gaming. The championship will commence on June 10, 2026, with an expansive format featuring a long-term battle system that creates engaging, dynamic matchplay. This tournament will include online qualifiers, a main league, and an offline finals.
Participants for the main league consist of 26 returning players from the previous tournament, 8 invitees, and 2 players who emerged from online open qualifiers. Notably, top-class international competitors
LeShar and
MenaRD will also be joining, ensuring fierce competition at every turn.
Tournament Structure
Players will be categorized into two stages:
BEGINNING STAGE and
ADVANCED STAGE based on their performances in previous competitions. The tournament spans 16 days of league play involving a total of 36 participants. Following this, 7 finalists will compete in the
FINAL STAGE, scheduled for August 21-23, 2026.
This year’s prize fund marks a significant increase from 4 million yen last year, making this the largest prize pool in a privately-run fighting game tournament in Japan.
Event Schedule
- - Online Qualifiers (Completed):
- May 16, 2026
- May 18, 2026
- - Online Main Event - BEGINNING STAGE:
- June 10-12, 2026
- June 15-19, 2026
- June 22, 2026
- - Online Main Event - ADVANCED STAGE:
- July 1-3, 2026
- July 6-8, 2026
- July 15, 2026
- - Offline Finals - FINAL STAGE:
- August 21-23, 2026
Engaging Competitors
The 27 contenders in the
BEGINNING STAGE will be randomly distributed into three divisions: BLUE, RED, and YELLOW. The top three players from each division will advance to the
ADVANCED STAGE, culminating in exciting matchups that fans won’t want to miss.
Sponsorship & Support
The
TOPANGA CHAMPIONSHIP is proudly sponsored by
GALLERIA, the powerhouse in high-performance PCs designed to cater to gamers' and creators' needs. Their machines guarantee exceptional performance, enhancing the experience for both participants and viewers online.
This event is officially sanctioned by
CAPCOM, ensuring that the integrity and quality of competition remain paramount.
Discover Wizfan
The matches will be streamed live on
Wizfan, CELLORB’s proprietary pay-per-view platform designed to connect fans and foster excitement within the eSports community. Check out its features and live events at
Wizfan Official.
Follow Us for Updates
Stay tuned for player lineups, match schedules, and the latest updates by following the
TOPANGA official X account at
TOPANGA X. Description of on-site attendance for the
FINAL STAGE will be provided as it becomes available.
Join us as the world of eSports converges for this epic showdown at the
7th TOPANGA CHAMPIONSHIP, where legends are born, and champions rise!