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Istanbul to host VALORANT Game Changers EMEA Stage 3 Finals
Kaustavmani Choudhury
20 Jul, 2024, 17:05
|Last updated: 9 Apr, 2025, 16:03
The VALORANT Game Changers EMEA series is ramping up for an exciting close to 2024 with a major announcement that will thrill fans across the region.
As Stage 3 approaches, organizers are breaking new ground by moving the Grand Finals to a live venue in İstanbul, Türkiye. Marking the first time the series will be played in front of a live audience.
Stage 3 Finals on the Road to Istanbul
The ESA Arena in İstanbul, Türkiye will host the Game Changers Stage 3 Grand Finals on Sunday, October 6.
This marks a significant milestone for the Game Changers EMEA series. As it leaves the online-only format to engage with fans in person.
The ESA Arena promises a thrilling atmosphere, offering an unparalleled viewing experience as the top teams battle it out for a spot in the 2024 VALORANT Champions Tour: Game Changers Championship.
Format
- The top four teams from two groups advance to a double-elimination bracket.
- The Upper Bracket features three rounds leading to the Grand Final.
- While the Lower Bracket involves four rounds, including a BO5 Lower Bracket Final.
- The Grand Final itself will also be a BO5 showdown.
Fans unable to attend the event in person can catch the action live. The first two days of the Playoffs (September 23-24) will be streamed on twitch.tv/dive_gg.
All subsequent matches, including the Grand Finals, will be available on twitch.tv/VALORANT_EMEA. Stay tuned to Riot’s social channels for ticket information and further updates.
As the countdown to Stage 3 begins, fans can expect more details on the invited teams and further event information. Be sure to follow VALORANT EMEA’s social media channels to stay in the loop!
Follow Valorant Champions Tour on X/Twitter for latest updates on Champions 2024.
Stay tuned on Strafe YouTube for exclusive interviews, press conference and more.
Featured Image Source: Riot Games
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