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HERO ESPORTS Asian Champions League: A Gateway to the Esports World Cup

On March 17, 2025, the highly anticipated HERO ESPORTS Asian Champions League (ACL) was unveiled, celebrating Asia's premier multi-title esports tournament. Organized by Hero Esports, the leading player in the esports industry, this year's ACL will feature an exhilarating Teamfight Tactics tournament. Excitingly, six coveted slots for the upcoming Esports World Cup are up for grabs, igniting fierce competition among the top teams in the region.

Tournament Structure and Schedule

The tournament is set to commence on April 15 and continue until May 18, with a substantial total prize pool of $150,000. This year's format breaks new ground with a unique 4V4 team battle system—marking a shift from previous tournaments. This collaborative gameplay not only enhances the strategic element but also ensures a riveting spectator experience.

The ACL Teamfight Tactics Tournament is structured into three significant stages: Regional Qualifiers, Asian Challenge, and the ACL Grand Finals. Teams can register from March 23 to March 31, with a requirement of groups of four players. The competition will initially split into two regions: APAC and CN. The top eight teams from APAC and the top seven from CN will advance to the qualifiers, with team rankings determined by the accumulated points from their strongest three players based on various performances during the preceding three seasons.

In the Regional Qualifiers, four teams from each region will battle for a spot in the Asian Challenge. The qualifying matches are scheduled across two weekends; for the APAC qualifiers from April 15 to 18, and for the CN qualifiers from April 24 to 27. Here, the top three teams from each region will secure spots in the Esports World Cup, while the fourth and fifth teams will face off in the Last Chance Qualifier.

The Asian Challenge, hosted from May 8 to 11, will see eight competing teams vie for three integral slots in the finals. The climactic ACL Grand Finals will take place in Shanghai over May 17 and 18, with exhilarating matches determining the ultimate champion of the tournament.

Hero Esports: Setting New Standards in Esports

Since its inception in 2016, Hero Esports has cemented itself as a frontrunner in the esports domain, hosting more than 7,000 matches annually, captivating an online community of over 800 million fans worldwide. Boasting a global footprint with 12 offices and eight state-of-the-art esports arenas, Hero Esports prides itself on a comprehensive suite of services ranging from tournament organization to marketing solutions.

The ACL is part of Hero Esports' broader mission to enhance the esports landscape in Asia and internationally. Their past collaborations include prestigious events such as the Olympic Esports Week, the Esports World Cup, and major tournaments at both the Jakarta Asian Games in 2018 and the upcoming Hangzhou Asian Games in 2023. With strong partnerships with top-tier gaming publishers like Tencent and KRAFTON, Hero Esports continues to facilitate leading esports leagues like Honor of Kings' KPL series and PUBG's PGC series.

As the esports scene evolves, Hero Esports stands at the forefront, driving communities and inspiring players through unparalleled competition and innovation. The ACL Teamfight Tactics Tournament is set to be a benchmark for esports tournaments, fostering a spirit of camaraderie and competitive spirit, all while enticing fans to witness the journey to the coveted Esports World Cup.

For further information regarding the tournament details and schedules, visit the official ACL website at esportsacl.com.