Overview

• NetEase Games and Marvel Games have officially announced the Marvel Rivals Ignite esports series, launching in May 2025.
• The tournament features a record-breaking $3 million prize pool, with $1 million allocated for the Global Finals and $2 million for regional stages.
• The competition will include five regions: Americas, EMEA, China, Asia, and Oceania, with regional qualifiers determining Global Finals participants.
• The decision to treat China and the rest of Asia as separate regions has sparked criticism from players, questioning the rationale behind the split.
• Details on the tournament’s format, including whether it will be invite-only or open-entry, have not yet been revealed.