Acer has officially announced that India will host the seventh edition of the Asia Pacific Predator League in 2026, spotlighting the country as a growing hub for esports. This prestigious tournament will bring together elite teams from over 15 countries competing in two of the most popular esports games: Dota 2 and VALORANT. The competitors will battle for a total prize pool of USD 400,000, advancing through online qualifiers to the grand finals.
Tournament Structure and Schedule
VALORANT Tournament Details:
- Format:
- Stage 1 – Online Qualifiers: Single elimination; Top 16 teams advance
- Stage 2 – Online Playoffs: Double elimination; Top 2 qualify for Grand Finals
- Schedule:
- Registrations: August 15–30, 2025
- Bracket & Schedule Announcement: August 31, 2025
- Online Qualifiers: September 1–5, 2025
- Online Playoffs: September 6–9, 2025
- Indian LAN Finals: October 11, 2025
- Prize Pool:
- 1st place: Rs. 400,000
- 2nd place: Rs. 200,000
- Intel MVP award: Rs. 50,000
Dota 2 Tournament Details:
- Format:
- Online Qualifiers: Double elimination; Top 2 qualify for Grand Finals
- Schedule:
- Registrations: August 15–30, 2025
- Bracket & Schedule Announcement: August 31, 2025
- Online Qualifiers: September 1–9, 2025
- Indian LAN Finals: October 11, 2025
- Prize Pool:
- 1st place: Rs. 400,000
- 2nd place: Rs. 200,000
- Intel MVP award: Rs. 50,000
Road to the Grand Finals
Following the national qualifiers and Indian LAN finals, the victorious teams from India will represent the country at the Asia Pacific Grand Finals scheduled for January 2026. This event promises high-stakes competition, exceptional production quality, and a vibrant celebration of esports culture bringing together the region’s top talent on one stage.
Player Eligibility Criteria
- Minimum age requirement: 16 years
- Teams must include at least four Indian players
- Players cannot register for more than one team (violations lead to disqualification)
- Registrations must be done through the official Predator League website
- Participants must join the official Discord server for updates
Acer’s Vision and Commitment
Andrew Hou, President of Acer Pan Asia Pacific, expressed excitement about the India edition of the Predator League highlighting the exceptional skill level and the expanding gaming community in the country. Acer continues to leverage the Predator League as a flagship platform to nurture esports talent and boost the gaming ecosystem across Asia Pacific.
Harish Kohli, President and Managing Director of Acer India, remarked on India’s rapid rise as a key player in the global gaming landscape and sees this event as an opportunity to inspire and grow the esports culture domestically.
Stay Connected
Gamers, fans, and esports enthusiasts can register, check updates, and follow live coverage by visiting the official Predator League website and by engaging on Predator Gaming’s social media channels.