From October 17 to October 18, Guangzhou, China, will host the Last Chance Qualifier for the Brawl Stars World Championship 2026. Eight teams will battle for the final two slots at the World Finals in Tokyo.
The tournament is divided into two key stages:
- October 17 (Group Stage): Eight teams are divided into two double-elimination groups. The top two teams from each group will advance to the next stage.
- October 18 (Playoffs): The top four teams will compete in a double-elimination bracket. The winner of the upper final and the winner of the lower final will secure their tickets to the World Finals 2026.
Group Distribution and Favorites
- Group A: Team Heretics and KDS Esports are considered the main favorites, having shown strong performances in the August regional finals. FUT Esports Academy and China Mainland runners-up Ace Xero will also compete for a playoff spot.
- Group B: SKCalalas EA and LOUD stand out as the top contenders in this group. They will face Natus Vincere, who consistently finished in the top 8 in the EMEA region, and TOC, the #1 team in China.
Viewership Rewards and Predictions
Viewers watching the live broadcasts on official YouTube and Twitch channels can earn in-game items. By submitting correct match predictions at event.brawlstars.com, users will accumulate points to unlock Chaos Drops, Starr Drops, an exclusive spray, a pin, a trophy icon, and a random Hypercharge.
The pinnacle event of the year, the Brawl Stars World Finals 2026, will take place from November 20 to November 22 in Tokyo, Japan.
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