Results
| Date | R | Home vs Away | - |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03/03 11:30 | - |
PSG Talon vs CTBC Flying Oyster
|
2-1 |
| 03/03 09:00 | - | Beyond Gaming vs Frank Esports | 2-1 |
| 03/02 11:00 | - | HELL PIGS vs Deep Cross Gaming | 0-2 |
| 03/02 09:00 | - |
West Point PH vs J Team
|
0-2 |
| 03/01 11:00 | - |
PSG Talon vs Beyond Gaming
|
2-1 |
| 03/01 09:00 | - | Frank Esports vs CTBC Flying Oyster | 0-2 |
| 02/25 11:20 | - | West Point PH vs HELL PIGS | 0-2 |
| 02/25 09:00 | - |
J Team vs Deep Cross Gaming
|
0-2 |
| 02/24 11:20 | - |
PSG Talon vs Frank Esports
|
2-0 |
| 02/24 09:00 | - | Beyond Gaming vs CTBC Flying Oyster | 0-2 |
| 02/23 10:55 | - |
HELL PIGS vs J Team
|
0-2 |
| 02/23 09:00 | - | West Point PH vs Deep Cross Gaming | 0-2 |
Teams
J Team
Beyond Esports
PSG Talon
Impunity
CTBC Flying Oyster
Deep Cross Gaming
Frank Esports
Hong Kong Attitude
Alpha Esports
Liyab Esports
SEM9
Berjaya Dragons
Machi Esports
HELL PIGS
Hurricane Gaming
Meta Falcon Team
Dewish Team
ahq e-Sports club
Nova Esports
Resurgence
Talon Esports
BOOM ID
West Point PH
Wikipedia - Pacific Championship Series
The Pacific Championship Series (PCS) is a professional esports league for League of Legends teams competing in the Asia-Pacific. Riot Games, the game's developer, created the league in 2019. This followed an announcement by Garena – the game's distributor in Taiwan, Hong Kong, Macau, and Southeast Asia – that it planned to merge the League of Legends Master Series (LMS) and League of Legends SEA Tour (LST) into a single tournament jointly run with Riot Games.
Initially, ten teams competed in the regular season, but this was reduced to eight teams in the 2024 spring season and finally seven in the 2024 summer season. In its final year of tier-one competition, the top six teams from the PCS regular season advanced to the playoffs and were joined by the top three teams from Japan and the top two teams from Oceania. Oceania became a part of the PCS region in 2022, with the League of Legends Circuit Oceania (LCO) being downgraded to a tier-two league secondary to the PCS. Japan followed suit the next year, with the League of Legends Japan League being similarly downgraded and integrated into the PCS.
Riot Games announced in 2024 that the League of Legends Championship Pacific (LCP) would replace the PCS as the Asia-Pacific's tier-one league from 2025 onward. The PCS, along with the LJL and VCS, would become the LCP's secondary leagues, with a path to promotion to the LCP.
History
Prior to the PCS
The first professional esports league for League of Legends players in Taiwan, Hong Kong, Macau, and Southeast Asia was the Garena Premier League (GPL), which ran from 2012 to mid-2018. Teams from Taiwan, Hong Kong, and Macau were given their own league, the Master Series (LMS), in late 2014. Three years later, the Vietnam Championship Series (VCS) was upgraded to a Tier 1 tournament and Vietnam became its own competitive region, separate from the rest of Southeast Asia. The GPL was rebranded as the SEA Tour (LST) in mid-2018.
Formation
Garena announced on 25 September 2019 that it intended to merge the LMS and LST into a single league, the details of which would be released near the end of the year. On 19 December, Riot Games announced the name of the new league, the Pacific Championship Series (PCS), and a list of nine of the ten teams that would compete in it. Berjaya Dragons was announced as the last team joining the PCS on 17 January 2020.
Inaugural season
The 2020 season was postponed until further notice on 29 January due to the COVID-19 outbreak. It was later announced on 18 February that the 2020 season would officially begin on 29 February.
On 13 February it was announced that G-Rex had disbanded its League of Legends team and forfeited its spot in the PCS as a result of internal restructuring by their parent company Emperor Esports Stars. Five days later, Machi Esports was announced as G-Rex's replacement.
Expansion
Riot Games announced on 18 November 2022 that the PCS would expand to include Oceania, beginning in 2023. Two major changes were made: The winners of the Circuit Oceania would no longer directly qualify for the Mid-Season Invitational (MSI) and the World Championship (Worlds). Instead, the LCO's top two teams would have to compete in the PCS playoffs to gain a spot. Additionally, LCO players would have their residencies changed from "Oceania" to "PCS", meaning they would no longer take import slots on PCS teams, and vice versa.
On 26 November 2023, Riot Games announced that the Japan League would join the PCS playoffs in a similar manner to the LCO. From 2024 onwards, the top three teams from the LJL would have to compete in the PCS playoffs for a spot at MSI and Worlds. Additionally, LJL players would have their residencies changed from "Japan" to "PCS".
Welcome to the **LOL - PCS Spring**, the premier esports tournament showcasing the best teams from the Pacific Championship Series (PCS) in League of Legends! This thrilling competition brings together top-tier talent from across the region, where skill, strategy, and teamwork collide in an epic battle for supremacy.
**Event Highlights:**
- **Date:** [Insert Dates]
- **Location:** [Insert Venue/Online]
- **Format:** The tournament features a double-elimination format, ensuring that every match is packed with intensity and excitement. Teams will compete in a series of best-of-five matches, culminating in a grand final that promises to be a spectacle of skill and strategy.
**Participating Teams:**
Watch as the most elite teams from the PCS region face off against each other, showcasing their unique playstyles and innovative strategies. Fans can expect to see both established powerhouses and rising stars vying for the championship title.
**Broadcast and Coverage:**
Catch all the action live on [Insert Streaming Platforms], with expert commentary and analysis from renowned casters and analysts. Engage with the community through live chats, social media interactions, and exclusive behind-the-scenes content.
**Prizes:**
The stakes are high! Teams will compete not only for the coveted PCS Spring trophy but also for a substantial prize pool that will reward their hard work and dedication.
**Join the Action:**
Whether you're a die-hard League of Legends fan or new to the esports scene, the LOL - PCS Spring tournament promises to deliver heart-pounding moments, unforgettable plays, and a celebration of competitive gaming. Don’t miss out on the chance to witness history in the making as the best teams in the PCS battle for glory!
**Get Ready to Rumble!**
Mark your calendars, rally your friends, and prepare for an exhilarating season of League of Legends action. Who will rise to the top and claim the title of PCS Spring Champion? Tune in to find out!