ZOWIE Becomes Official Monitor for VALORANT Champions Tour Americas in Partnership with Riot Games

ZOWIE Named Official Monitor for VALORANT Champions Tour Americas

In an exciting development for the esports community, ZOWIE, a prominent esports brand under BenQ Corporation, has been designated as the official monitor supplier for the VALORANT Champions Tour (VCT) Americas. This partnership with Riot Games is more than just a contract; it showcases a mutual dedication to enhancing competitive performance and prioritizing the experiences of players.

ZOWIE's monitors have been trusted by professional gamers globally, known for their precision, responsiveness, and consistency during demanding tournament settings. For the upcoming competitions, the ZOWIE XL2566X+ Gaming Monitor will be on display, promising exceptional performance when it’s most crucial for the players. This state-of-the-art monitor features a 400Hz Fast TN Panel with native FHD resolution and DyAc 2 technology, ensuring unmatched motion clarity while delivering sharp visuals and vibrant color modes—elements critical for first-person shooter gaming.

Speaking about the collaboration, Lars Yoder, President of BenQ America Corp, expressed that the mission of ZOWIE aligns with the aspirations of players at all levels, from training through to worldwide competitions. He emphasized that in esports, precision and consistency are not optional but essential elements for success. The VCT presentation is a testament to their dedication to fostering a robust esports ecosystem.

Bear Jemison, the Head of VALORANT Esports Americas, also shared his enthusiasm for the collaboration, noting that ZOWIE’s reputation among VALORANT players reinforces the quality of the competitive experience. As the first stage of the VCT Americas begins on April 10, players can expect a highly elevated environment during contests, especially with factors like high stakes involved.

Supporting Competitive Excellence

Beyond just being involved in the VCT Americas, ZOWIE's commitment to the esports realm is further solidified through partnerships with acclaimed esports organizations such as ENVY and Sentinels. This proactive involvement exemplifies ZOWIE's integration within the competitive FPS community and guarantees that their monitors are rigorously tested by elite players under real-world conditions. ZOWIE recognizes the need for players to seamlessly transition between practice sessions and on-stage performances.

Engaging the Community with Aim Challenge

Adding more excitement for the VALORANT community, ZOWIE is launching an Aim Challenge starting April 7 in collaboration with ENVY and featuring renowned VALORANT World Champion, Demon1. This challenge invites players to enhance their precision and speed by eliminating 50 bots in the VALORANT Range from April 7 through May 5. As a part of this initiative, the top three participants will earn the ZOWIE XL2566X+ monitor, while the participant with the highest score will receive an exclusive trip to the VCT Americas Stage 1 Qualifiers, including VIP access to meet ENVY players, a signed jersey from Demon1, and exclusive limited-edition ZOWIE merchandise.

The Aim Challenge will also feature at the VCT Americas fan event in Los Angeles during the playoffs, where on-site attendees can interact with the XL2566X+ monitor and participate directly in the challenge.

To find out more about ZOWIE and the VCT Americas partnership, interested parties can visit zowie.benq.com.

About ZOWIE and BenQ Corporation

Established in 2008, ZOWIE stands out as a premier esports brand dedicated to professional gamers, focusing specifically on user-centric design. After becoming part of BenQ Corporation in 2015, ZOWIE has combined its technical prowess with BenQ’s robust research and development resources to push the boundaries of esports gear. With approximately 70% of professional players utilizing ZOWIE products, the brand continually strives to deliver cutting-edge technology to players around the globe.

About the VALORANT Champions Tour

VALORANT is a widely acclaimed tactical shooter game, attracting a vast player base worldwide. The VALORANT Champions Tour (VCT) operates as a global circuit orchestrated by Riot Games, encompassing leagues and international tournaments across regions such as EMEA, Asia, and the Americas. Participating teams aim to triumph through various leagues and compete in Masters events for a chance to claim the title of VALORANT Global Champion in a two-week tournament showdown.