As summer approaches, the path to Riyadh for the top teams in the Esports World Cup is now clear. Today marks the kickoff of the first Regional League for Honor of Kings, setting the stage for an exciting journey to the World Cup later this year.
Across seven regional leagues, spanning from the Philippines to Brazil and beyond, teams are vying to be crowned the champions of their regions. This fierce competition is not just about regional pride; it's also about securing a spot in the prestigious Honor of Kings World Cup in Riyadh.
At the Kings World Cup (KWC), 18 teams will battle it out for the top prize. For the first time, qualifiers from the Regional Leagues will go head-to-head with the champions of the KPL Spring season, promising an intense showdown of esports prowess.
The start dates for the regional leagues are as follows:
- 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)
Inspired to try your hand at Honor of Kings and perhaps become the next esports champion? Dive in and don't forget to consult our tier list of Honor of Kings characters to see who you should play and who might be better left on the sidelines.