Game Changers Rising: Empowering Women in Competitive League of Legends

This announcement marks a significant milestone in fostering an inclusive environment for competitive gaming. A new initiative has been unveiled, providing a dedicated space for women to shine in one of the most popular online battle arenas.

Over the past few years, women have benefited from a dedicated platform in the competitive Valorant scene, which was established as part of the Game Changers division within the Valorant Champions Tour. This effort has steadily grown and attracted increasing attention, making it almost unexpected that it took so long for a counterpart to emerge in another major title.

The long-awaited alternative is now on its way with the introduction of the League of Legends Game Changers. The initial phase is planned as the LGC Rising tournament, which is set to occur in August. This event will feature top teams competing first online and then face-to-face at a live grand final scheduled to take place during the Paris Games Week in October.

The organizers have made it clear that while Here’s a rewritten version that retains the original context: "the League of Legends Game Changers are poised to assume the role" as the leading women’s tournament, at least within the EMEA region, there is also a strong desire to collaborate with third-party events and the wider society. The emphasis is placed on fostering organic growth and sharing an exciting journey together.

Due to its status as the inaugural tournament, LGC Rising will have a compact format with a limited number of teams selected by invitation. The selection process includes:

• Three teams, especially those connected with established regional organizations.
• Three additional teams earning their spots based on their performance at the Equal Esports Cup held in Germany.
• Two squads determined through an open qualifier taking place in August.

After the teams are chosen, they will be Teams were assigned to two distinct groups. In the initial stage, the two teams with the weakest standings in each group were eliminated will be eliminated, allowing the remaining six squads to advance to the playoffs. The schedule is outlined accordingly.

Regarding eligibility, the tournament is accessible to anyone who identifies as a woman, ensuring that this competitive platform remains open and inclusive.