HERO ESPORTS ASIAN CHAMPIONS LEAGUE REVEALS VALORANT CHAMPIONS TOUR SCHEDULE AND ESPORTS WORLD CUP QUALIFICATION PATH

SHANGHAI, May 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The HERO ESPORTS Asian Champions League (ACL), Asia's premier multi-title esports tournament, has revealed the schedule, format, and qualification details for its VALORANT Champions Tour (VCT) events.

The ACL series, hosted by Hero Esports, will include a total of four coveted spots for the VALORANT at the Esports World Cup (EWC) 25—2 spots from the VALORANT China Evolution Series: ACT 2 x ACL and 2 spots from the ACL 2025 EWC Qualifier: Pacific.

Tournament Highlights

From May 6–25, ACL will host a series of high-stakes competitions:

• VALORANT China Evolution Series: Act 2 x ACL (May 8–12)
• ACL x VCT Day1-3 (May 14–16, Shanghai)
• ACL Grand Finals 2025 (May 18, Shanghai)
• ACL 2025 EWC Qualifier: Pacific (May 22–25, Online)

All stages except the ACL 2025 EWC Qualifier: Pacific will be broadcast globally on ACL's Twitch, YouTube, and TikTok channels, with live audiences in attendance.

Key Stages & Format

1.    China Evolution Series: ACT 2 x ACL (May 8–12)

• Co-hosted by TJ Sports (Tencent & Riot Games joint venture).
• 12 VCT CN teams compete in a single-elimination bracket (BO3/BO5).
• Top 2 teams qualify for the Esports World Cup.

2.    ACL x VCT Day 1-3 (May 14–16)

• 3 VCT PAC teams vs. 3 VCT CN teams in a new competitive format.
• Top 2 teams advance to the ACL Grand Finals.
• $10,000 for per match win, and $10,000 bonus for defeating a higher-ranked opponent.

3.    ACL Grand Finals 2025 (May 18, Shanghai)

• $50,000 prize and championship title on the line.

4.    ACL 2025 EWC Qualifier: Pacific (May 22–25, closed broadcast)

• 10 VCT PAC teams in a single round-robin format.
• Top 4 teams compete for 2 EWC spots.

Star Commentary & Global Appeal

The ACL x VCT matches will have Chinese, English and Korean commentaries. The English broadcast will feature top-tier talent, including Paperthin and Achilios, offering expert analysis for international audiences.

Jonny Wang, CEO of ACL, said: "In the ACL x VCT tournament, we will bring the VCT PAC teams and the VCT CN teams together. It's thrilling to see how they'll compete and who will emerge victorious. Our bonus system will also motivate lower-ranking teams to reach their full potential, adding excitement to the game."

Danny Tang, Co-Founder and CEO of Hero Esports, remarked: "The ACL x VCT tournament is not just a test of skill, but also a celebration of cultural exchange. We look forward to seeing how teams from different regions spark creativity and competition on the field. "

About the HERO ESPORTS Asian Champions League

The HERO ESPORTS Asian Champions League (ACL) is the premier and largest international multi-title esports event in Asia. Hosted by leading esports company Hero Esports, the tournament boasts a total prize pool of $2 million. This year, the inaugural ACL features nine premier esports titles, including Counter-Strike 2, Dota 2, Honor of Kings, Street Fighter 6, The Legend Cup of League of Legends, Teamfight Tactics, VALORANT Champions Tour, Delta Force and Crossfire.

The ACL Grand Finals 2025 (May 16–18, Shanghai) will partner with DreamHack, uniting elite players, gaming tech, and fans. Selected ACL winners will earn direct entry to the Esports World Cup in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia—the largest esports event in history.

For more info, please check ACL official website: https://esportsacl.com/home

For media inquiries, please contact:
ACL PR Team | aclpr@heroesports.com

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HERO ESPORTS ASIAN CHAMPIONS LEAGUE REVEALS VALORANT CHAMPIONS TOUR SCHEDULE AND ESPORTS WORLD CUP QUALIFICATION PATH

TOKYO, Jan. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- RX Japan is all set to host the 40th edition of NEPCON JAPAN, one of the world's leading technology trade shows, from January 21–23, 2026, at Tokyo Big Sight. This milestone event will be held alongside three major exhibitions — AUTOMOTIVE WORLD, Factory Innovation Week, and Smart Logistics Expo — creating one of Asia's largest technology gatherings.

The combined shows are expected to feature 1,850 exhibitors and attract 92,000 visitors, offering an unparalleled platform for professionals across electronics, automotive, manufacturing, and logistics sectors.

In addition, more than 200 technical seminars will take place during the three-day event, delivering insights from industry leaders such as Dr. Rao R. Tummala (Emeritus Professor, Georgia Institute of Technology/Advisor of Indian Semiconductor Mission, Government of India) and leading global companies such as Rapidus Corp., ASE (Advanced Semiconductor Engineering, Inc. ), Intel, Infineon Technologies Japan, StarPower Semiconductor, Resonac Corp., and TSMC Japan 3DIC R&D Center Inc.

NEPCON JAPAN has been recognised for four decades as a comprehensive showcase for innovations in electronics manufacturing, semiconductors, and advanced packaging technologies. For its 40th anniversary edition, the exhibition will span the entire Tokyo Big Sight venue, providing attendees with expanded opportunities to explore cutting-edge solutions and network with industry pioneers.

"The 40^th year of NEPCON JAPAN will be a grand celebration of the global electronics industry that it has grown alongside. With over 1,850 exhibitors from all over the world, the three-day event will serve as a massive showcase of R&D, manufacturing, and packaging technologies, alongside its co-located shows," said Masaki Soda, Show Director.

Free visitor registration for NEPCON JAPAN is now open at: https://x.gd/zUXbQ

For more details and updates, visit the official website: https://www.nepconjapan.jp/tokyo/en-gb.html.

Contact:
TEL:      +81-3-6739-4102
E-mail:   inw.jp@rxglobal.com
Web:     https://www.nepconjapan.jp/tokyo/en-gb.html

About RX Japan GK 
RX Japan GK organises 106 exhibitions, composed of 415 sub-exhibitions, annually at large exhibition halls such as Tokyo Big Sight, Makuhari Messe, and INTEX Osaka across a wide variety of 38 fields, including jewellery, fashion, gift items, electronics, energy, IT, cosmetics, and medical. Visit the RX Japan website for more details.    

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NEPCON JAPAN Opens Next Week at Tokyo Big Sight with 1,850 Exhibitors, Marking its 40th Anniversary