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Puyo Puyo Global Ranking Series 2025 SEGA Official Tournament 1 Results

On July 19, 2025, SEGA hosted the first official tournament of the Puyo Puyo Global Ranking Series. This exciting online event featured passionate gamers competing across two main categories: Japan Region and Other Region. Participants were divided into groups for league qualifications, leading to fierce battles that culminated in the finals, where the top 16 players faced off for victory.

Tournament Overview

Japan Region

• - Champion: live (JPN)
• - Runner-up: yuuki
• - Top 4:

-飛車ちゅう
-syakegohan

See the Japan Region Tournament Results here

Other Region

• - Champion: Villain.R (KOR)
• - Runner-up: aclivtak (TWN)
• - Top 4:

-DdR_Dan (USA)
-Hiku (FRA)

See the Other Region Tournament Results here

The tournament showcased intense gameplay and competitive spirit, and the matches can still be viewed through the live stream archives. We highly encourage you to catch the action as players demonstrated extraordinary skills and strategies.

Watch the Tournament Replay

• - Japanese Commentary
• - English Commentary

Upcoming Events and Information

The dedicated website for the Puyo Puyo Global Ranking Series also offers essential details, tournament results, and current rankings. Stay updated with the latest announcements regarding future competitions on this site.

Additionally, registration for the second tournament, Puyo Puyo Global Ranking Series 2025 SEGA Official Tournament 2, is now open. If you aspire to climb the rankings, we encourage you to participate!

Visit the Puyo Puyo Global Ranking Series Special Site

About Puyo Puyo

The Puyo Puyo series has captivated audiences for over 30 years as a beloved action puzzle game. First launched in 1991 on MSX2 and Famicom Disk System, its combination of an easy-to-understand gameplay system, charming characters, and innovative competitive format helped it become a massive hit. Consequently, it established itself as a staple in action puzzle games across various platforms, including consoles and mobile devices.

In March 2018, Puyo Puyo became a recognized title by JeSU (Japan e-Sports Union), contributing to the rise of professional players within its competitive scene, which includes numerous tournaments today. The game has also made it into the national esports championships, competing at an elementary level, and will be officially featured in the international tournament set to take place in 2026, ensuring it remains enjoyable for a broad audience worldwide.

Understanding eSports

The term "eSports" refers to competitive gaming that uses electronic devices, broadly encompassing all forms of electronic entertainment, including video games. Viewing electronic gaming as a sport has led to its recognition as a legitimate competitive practice worldwide.

Product Information

• - Game: Puyo Puyo eSports
• - Platforms: PlayStation®4 / Nintendo Switch™
• - Release Date:

-Retail Version: Available (released June 27, 2019)
-Download Version: Available (released October 25, 2018)

• - Price:

-Retail Version: 1,990 yen (tax included 2,189 yen)
-Download Version: 1,851 yen (tax included 2,036 yen)

• - Genre: Action Puzzle
• - Players: 1-4
• - Publisher: SEGA
• - CERO Rating: A (All Ages)
• - Copyright: ©SEGA
• - Official Site: [Puyo Puyo eSports](https://puyo.sega.jp/PuyoPuyo_eSports/）

For more details on the game and upcoming titles, as well as gameplay formats available on diverse platforms, refer to the official site. Always remember to check back for the latest updates and new releases from the beloved Puyo Puyo franchise.