As summer approaches, the excitement for the Esports World Cup in Riyadh intensifies, with Honor of Kings kicking off its Regional Leagues today. These leagues, spanning from the Philippines to Brazil, are not just about regional pride; they are crucial stepping stones for teams aiming to secure a spot at the Honor of Kings World Cup later this year.
The Honor of Kings World Cup (KWC) will feature an intense showdown among 18 teams vying for the top prize. This year's competition promises to be even more thrilling as it will include qualifiers from the Regional Leagues alongside the champions from the KPL Spring season, setting the stage for some of the most competitive esports action we've seen.
The journey to Riyadh begins with various regional leagues, each with its own schedule:
- Indonesia Kings Laga: Group Stage (11th-18th May), Playoffs (30th May, 1st June)
- MY Honor of Kings League: Group Stage (18th April-25th May), Playoffs (6th-8th June)
- Philippine King League: Group Stage (11th April-25th May), Playoffs (6th-8th June)
- Wildcard King Series: Group Stage (16th May-1st June), Playoffs (6th-8th June)
- Major East League: Group Stage (17th-20th April, 24th-27th April), Knockout Stage (2nd-3rd May), Major Last Call (4th May)
- Major West League: Group Stage (17th-20th April, 24th-27th April), Knockout Stage (2nd-3rd May), Major Last Call (4th May)
- Honor of Kings Brazil Championship: Group Stage (16th-18th May, 22nd-25th May), Playoffs (31st May-1st June, 7th-8th June)
If this news has sparked your interest in Honor of Kings and you're thinking about trying your hand at becoming the next esports champion, now's the perfect time to dive in. Be sure to check out our comprehensive tier list of Honor of Kings characters to get a sense of which heroes you should play to maximize your chances of success.