Exclusive: South Asia to launch its own VCT Game Changers circuit in 2024

After the first official international OFF//SEASON event in South Asia, Convergence in South Asia, the 2023 VCT Circuit has had a successful season. Starting from NODWIN Challengers League, Orangutan Esports representing the region in the VCT Ascension 2023 and ending the season with Convergence, Riot Games has shown immense interest in the South Asia region and is committed to growing the VALORANT community there.

During the Convergence media day, THESPIKE.GG had an exclusive conversation with Sukamal Pegu, Esports Head of India and South Asia. During our conversation with Mr. Sukamal, he announced that South Asia will finally be getting its own Game Changers Circuit after two years. Here is what he had to say when we asked him about VCT Game Changers:

Exclusive from Sukamal Pegu

THESPIKE.GG: We recently saw a tremendous response from Game Changers' Sao Paulo Championship. We haven't seen a tournament hosted this big for women and marginalised genders in any esports scene. Riot has done a tremendous job hosting that event, but particularly in our region and APAC region, we haven't seen that much of a push yet. Although I'm pretty sure that Riot has its focus, can you give insights for next year or the coming couple of years, what changes we can expect, and how is this transition of things more fluid for them?

Well, here's an announcement for everybody. South Asia is getting its own Game Changers Circuit, and I think this is breaking news for everybody. Welcome, ladies, and every marginalized community that is out there for playing VALORANT we have the Game Changers' League for South Asia that plays directly into the Pacific Game Changers event that's going to happen at the end of the year, and that will lead to champions. So, buckle up! - Sukamal Pegu

Although apart from this announcement, there aren’t any official dates available yet for the Game Changers circuit. They are expected to be announced soon.

This announcement showcases how important the South Asian region is for Riot Games and provides more opportunities for fans and players of this region. During our conversation with Sukamal Pegu, we discussed plans for Riot Games in 2024, including how Riot plans to solve the issues teams are facing in tier 2 or Challenger Leagues. Soon, we will be publishing our full conversation. Make sure to follow our socials THESPIKE.GG for the latest updates in the world of VALORANT.