VALORANT Alpha vs Omega Act 1 Challenge 2026: Everything you need to know

VALORANT Act 1 2026 kicks off with the Alpha vs Omega Challenge, a global player-versus-player showdown where fans can compete alongside their favourite creators, streamers, broadcast talent, and professional players. Starting January 7, 2026, the event invites players to pledge allegiance to either Team Alpha or Team Omega, complete weekly in-game challenges, climb leaderboards, and unlock valuable VALORANT rewards and physical prizes.

What Is the VALORANT Alpha vs Omega Challenge?

The Alpha vs Omega Challenge brings VALORANT’s ongoing multiversal conflict straight into the game through a four-week community competition. Players must choose between defending Alpha Earth or fighting for Omega’s survival.

Each week introduces new objectives – like securing the most Bandit kills or wins in AR1S – that contribute to faction scores on a global level.

Participants earn faction points based on individual performance, and weekly winners receive special in-game cosmetics. Top performers can also claim exclusive VALORANT V26 merchandise, rewarding dedication and skill throughout the event.

Compete With Your Favourite VALORANT Creators and Pros

Over 130 EMEA creators, broadcast hosts, and pro players are joining this year’s VALORANT Act 1 Challenge, representing countries across Europe and the Middle East. Notable names include M1xwell, beyAz, da1moN, Harmii, Petra, and Yinsu Collins.

Players can check real-time updates and track their faction’s success via the Creator Leaderboards, which highlight creator performance and the balance of power between Alpha and Omega.

VALORANT Act 1 2026 Rewards and Player Cards

Weekly winners earn unique VALORANT Player Cards, celebrating the ongoing V26 Conflict storyline. Available cards include:

• V26 Conflict // Hermanita
• V26 Conflict // Face the Flames
• V26 Conflict // Blood & Venom
• V26 Conflict // The Fall

In addition, the most dedicated challengers will receive physical merchandise tied to the Alpha vs Omega event theme.

How to Join the Alpha vs Omega Challenge

Players can register for free by visiting the official event page.

Choose your side, or take the faction quiz to find your match. Then hop into the server, complete objectives, and help shape the outcome of the global conflict. With real-time progress tracking, weekly rewards, and creator participation, the VALORANT Alpha vs Omega Act 1 Challenge seems like a good way to kick off 2026.

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