As summer approaches, the excitement builds for the Esports World Cup in Riyadh, and the journey there is now well underway. Kicking off today, the first of the Regional Leagues for Honor of Kings has begun, marking a significant step towards the world championship.
Across seven regions, from the Philippines to Brazil, teams are fiercely competing to claim the title of regional champions. More importantly, they're vying for a spot at the prestigious Honor of Kings World Cup later this year in Riyadh.
The Kings World Cup (KWC) will feature an intense showdown among 18 teams, including qualifiers from the Regional Leagues and the champions from the KPL Spring season. This blend of regional and league champions promises to deliver some of the most thrilling esports action we've seen.
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)
Feeling inspired to dive into Honor of Kings and test your skills? Now's the perfect time to start! And don't forget to check out our tier list of Honor of Kings characters to see who you should play and who might be better left on the sidelines.