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VIRTUA FIGHTER Open Championship GLOBAL FINALS - Match Draw Event Tonight!

The highly anticipated VIRTUA FIGHTER Open Championship GLOBAL FINALS will take place on February 13, 2026, at 11 PM JST. This event marks the first official global tournament for the iconic VIRTUA FIGHTER series by SEGA. Fans can look forward to a live broadcast featuring the draw for matchups among the last ten finalists.

In addition to the matchup draw, the program will include detailed explanations of tournament rules and a recap of the regional qualifying rounds that occurred across Japan, Asia, Europe, and North America. The moment when the anticipated matches for the final showdown for a grand prize of $100,000 and the title of “Global Champion” will be revealed is not to be missed!

Event Details

Broadcast Information

• - Date & Time: February 13, 2026, at 11:00 PM JST
• - Platforms: Available on YouTube

- Japanese Stream
- English Stream

Hosts and Guests

• - MC: Kumicho
• - Drawer: Seiji Aoki (Producer of Legacy VIRTUA FIGHTER Project)
• - Assistant: NO Motion

Spectator Registration for Global Finals

There's still time to register to attend the VIRTUA FIGHTER Open Championship Global Finals in person. Applications are open until February 17, 2026.

Attendees will enjoy various activities beyond just watching the tournament, including distribution of visitor gifts, merchandise sales for VIRTUA FIGHTER-related items, experience play areas, mini-tournaments for visitor participation, and food corners.

Registration for Spectators

The event requires pre-registration for attendees wishing to enter the hall. Interested individuals can apply using the following link: Registration Form. The registration period ends on February 17, 2026, at 11:59 PM JST.

Event Overview

• - Date: March 1, 2026
• - Venue: TOKYO NODE HALL (Toranomon Hills Station Tower, 45F-47F)
• - Address: 2-6-2 Toranomon, Minato City, Tokyo, Japan

Location Access

• - Entrance Fee: Free (Pre-registration required for hall viewing)

Entry Bonuses

Attendees will receive:

• - VF Mesh Tote Bag
• - VF Original Neck Strap
• - Two random stickers featuring logos from past VF series
• - Three random character badges from 'Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. World Stage'

(Note: Bonuses are exclusive to hall attendees.)

Schedule for the Day

• - 10:00 AM: Doors Open, Merchandise Sales, Experience Play Zone, Food Corner Start
• - 11:00 AM: Opening Ceremony
• - 11:15 AM: Global Final Group Stage A
• - 14:15 PM: Global Final Group Stage B
• - 17:20 PM: Global Final Playoff Stage
• - 18:40 PM: Award Ceremony
• - 19:00 PM: Gift Lottery (for attendees only)

Note: Schedule may vary depending on match progress.

Speakers and Commentators

• - MC: Hameko
• - Commentary: Kumicho, Wasakon, Yodoriba
• - Guest Commentator: Kamataku
• - Support: NO Motion
• - Commentator: Seiji Aoki (Producer of Legacy VIRTUA FIGHTER Project)

Food and Merchandise Areas

An interactive eating space will be available for attendees to mingle. Both alcoholic beverages and food will be on offer, and for each drink or food order, attendees will receive a random VF series logo sticker.

Merchandise stalls will feature new collaborative products from the apparel brand S◯XSOCKS and TYPE 2 gaming controllers — payments accepted via cash, credit, and QR payment methods.

Experience Play Corner

Participants can try out the Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. World Stage at the venue. Visitors can engage in battles with others, join mini-tournaments, and more. Even those who did not register for hall viewing can get involved!

Mini Tournament - TYPE 2 CUP

Join us for a swift duel in this tournament, where every match will be a one-round showdown lasting 45 seconds! Interested participants must arrive at the experience play corner 20 minutes before start time. Sixteen lucky entrants will be chosen through a draw. The champion will win a Virtua Fighter Gaming Controller PRO-6 for PC!

Time: 12:30 & 14:20

Free Knock-Out

During breaks in mini-tournament, a free challenge station will be available! Players achieving five wins in a row will receive a Virtua Fighter acrylic figurine.

Product Information

• - Title: Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. World Stage
• - Platforms: PlayStation®5 / Xbox Series X|S / Nintendo Switch™ 2 / PC (Steam)
• - Release Dates:

- PS5 / Xbox Series X|S / PC: Available now (Released on October 30, 2025)
- Nintendo Switch™ 2: Scheduled for release on March 26, 2026

• - Suggested Retail Prices:

- Standard Digital Edition: 2,500 JPY (including tax)
- 30th Anniversary Edition: 6,980 JPY (including tax)

• - Genre: Fighting Action
• - Players: 1-2 players (up to 16 in online play)

Note: For room matches, when the host creates a room with one spectator, up to 17 participants can play.

• - Publisher: SEGA
• - Rating: CERO B (12 years and older)
• - Copyright: ©SEGA
• - Official Sites: Official Site | Twitter

This event promises a thrilling experience for all VIRTUA FIGHTER fans, so don't miss out on the fun!