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GRAPHT CUP 2026

The highly anticipated GRAPHT CUP 2026 has been officially announced, inviting gamers across Japan to participate in an exciting open tournament featuring Street Fighter 6. Organized by MSY Inc., the tournament aims to create a space where players can explore their potential while connecting with a diverse gaming community.

The mission of GRAPHT—to increase the number of people who can share their passions—has driven the creation of this tournament, offering an opportunity not just to showcase competitive skills, but also to engage in meaningful interactions with fellow players. The tagline for the event, “Change the future with a single strike,” encapsulates the essence of the competition.

Tournament Details

Key Dates:

• - Preliminary Round 1: May 30, 2026, Tokyo (Shibuya)
• - Preliminary Round 2: June 13, 2026, Osaka
• - Preliminary Round 3: July 12, 2026, Iwate
• - Preliminary Round 4: July 18, 2026, Tokyo (Nakano)
• - Online Preliminary Round 5: August 1, 2026
• - Finals: August 8, 2026, Tokyo (Taito)

The preliminary rounds will feature both offline and online formats, ensuring accessibility for gamers from various regions. Notably, participants in the Tokyo preliminaries (Rounds 1 and 4) cannot enter both to maintain fairness and diversity in player representation. Any breach of this rule will result in disqualification from both entries.

Tournament Structure

Combining offline and online qualifiers, the GRAPHT CUP 2026 encourages inclusivity. Players who excel in the qualifiers will receive invitations to the finals, with travel and accommodation expenses covered by the organizers up to 50,000 yen.

In total, the tournament offers a prize pool of 1,150,000 yen to various winners, further incentivizing competitors to bring their best. The top two participants will also receive recommendations for JeSU-certified professional licenses from Capcom, which is a significant boost for aspiring eSports athletes.

Art and Branding

This year’s tournament visuals feature original artwork by illustrator Haat, who captures the spirit of “anyone can participate and aim for the top.” The promotional materials reflect the vibrant energy of competitive gaming, and additional merchandise featuring this artwork is in the works.

How to Enter

Registration Information:

• - Participants: Up to 128 players for each offline preliminary and 512 players for each online qualifier, totaling 1,024 entrants.
• - Eligibility: Applicants must be at least 15 years old on the tournament date and can communicate smoothly in Japanese.
• - Applications will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis via the official tournament website.

Viewing Options

Spectators can enjoy the tournament for free. Live streams will also be available on the GRAPHT YouTube channel and Twitch, ensuring fans can keep up with the action online.

The Legacy of GRAPHT CUP

The GRAPHT CUP initiative began in 2019 as a response to the sparse opportunities in the fighting game scene, particularly for Street Fighter players. The tournament has grown substantially, adapting to challenges like the COVID-19 pandemic while fostering a community that promotes inclusion and talent discovery.

The previous event, GRAPHT CUP 2025, saw 672 participants and revitalized the spirit of competition within the gaming community. With a goal set for over 1,000 entrants in 2026, this year’s tournament not only embraces new talent but also celebrates the camaraderie among diverse players.

Looking ahead, GRAPHT remains committed to creating opportunities in competitive gaming, helping participants forge connections that could change their lives.

For complete details and updates on the GRAPHT CUP 2026, visit the official website. The excitement is already palpable—will you take the challenge and strike for victory?