The biggest League of Legends spectacle on the planet is back! Worlds 2025 lands in China for a historic edition celebrating 15 years of LoL Esports. The most anticipated competition of the year will bring together the world’s best teams in an epic battle for the Summoner’s Cup, from October 14th to November 9th. So you don’t miss a single detail, we have prepared the most complete Worlds 2025 Guide.
Here, you will find information about the format, match schedule, qualified teams, and how to participate in the traditional Pick’em challenge. Get your cheers ready and dive with us into this journey to crown the next world champion.
Worlds 2025 Guide: Format and schedule
Understanding the competition’s structure is crucial to following every moment. This Worlds 2025 Guide breaks down the three tournament phases, which promise excitement from start to finish with the implementation of the Fearless Draft format in decisive series, where a champion cannot be picked more than once.
The journey begins with the Play-In Stage on October 14th. In a best-of-five (Bo5) series, the fourth seeds from Korea (LCK) and China (LPL) will face off. The winner secures the final spot for the next stage, joining the other 15 already qualified teams. It’s the first high-stakes test of the championship.
Next is the Swiss Stage, taking place from October 15th to 25th. In this stage, the 16 teams are drawn against each other based on their regional seeds. The first round is played in best-of-one (Bo1) matches, but the series that determine qualification or elimination become best-of-three (Bo3). The system is simple: teams with the same win-loss record play each other. The goal is to achieve three wins to advance. Teams with three losses are eliminated.
The Knockout Stage, or Playoffs, is the tournament’s climax, running from October 28th to November 9th. The top eight teams from the Swiss Stage face off in a single-elimination bracket. All matches are in a Bo5 format. This is where legends are forged and the great 2025 World Champion is decided.
Detailed Schedule:
- Play-In Stage (Bo5): October 14th, starting at 05:00 AM.
- Swiss Stage (Bo1 & Bo3): October 15th to 25th, with matches at 02:00 AM and 05:00 AM.
- Knockout Stage (Bo5): October 28th to November 9th.
Teams and pick’em: Meet the competitors and make your predictions
No competition is complete without its protagonists. This Worlds 2025 Guide introduces the 17 powerhouses that will fight for the title. The strongest regions in the scene, LCK (South Korea) and LPL (China), once again bring four representatives each, including giants like T1, Gen.G, and Bilibili Gaming, who are always considered favorites for the trophy.
Europe (LEC) arrives with three heavyweight teams: G2 Esports, Movistar KOI, and Fnatic, organizations with a rich history at Worlds. The new League of the Americas (LTA) will be represented by FlyQuest, 100 Thieves, and Vivo Keyd Stars, carrying the hopes of their fans. Finally, the LCP (Asia-Pacific) sends CTBC Flying Oyster, Team Secret Whales, and PSG Talon to complete the list of competitors.
To heighten the excitement, the Worlds 2025 Pick’em is back! It’s your chance to test your knowledge and earn exclusive in-game rewards. Participation begins on October 7th, with the opening of the Crystal Ball and predictions for the Swiss Stage. You will have until moments before the first match of each stage to lock in your picks.
Important Pick’em Dates:
- October 7th: Pick’em opens (Crystal Ball and Swiss Stage).
- October 14th: Deadline for Swiss Stage predictions.
- October 25th: Knockout Stage predictions open.
- October 28th: Deadline for Knockout Stage predictions.
And remember, the iconic Summoner’s Cup, the legendary Worlds trophy, will be back!
Don’t be left out! Organize your calendar, study the teams, and get ready to cheer. The Worlds 2025 Guide is your starting point for the greatest celebration of global League of Legends.
