Excitement at the Pre-Event

On November 8, a “Pre-Event” was held at GUNMA eSPORTS in preparation for the “eSports 2days 2025” scheduled at G-Messe Gunma in Gunma Prefecture on December 20 (Saturday) and December 21 (Sunday). Organized by the eSports Championship Executive Committee, the venue was filled with enthusiasm through various programs. The event featured an introduction to the tournament, exhibition matches, and a talk show with guests, offering a diverse range of content that entertained attendees.

All Japan eSports Commentary Championship

The highly anticipated “All Japan eSports Commentary Championship” will take place on December 20, marking its fifth edition this year. This unique event started in 2021, and this year, “Pokémon Unite” has been selected as the competitive title. The tournament is expected to showcase diverse commentators captivating the audience with their performances, drawing attention to the rise of these commentators.

U19 eSports Championship 2025

Scheduled for December 21, the “U19 eSports Championship 2025” is a national tournament aimed at players under 19 years old. The competitive titles include two divisions: “VALORANT” and “League of Legends.” During the pre-event, the final match-up for the VALORANT division was announced, featuring IGZIST ACADEMY versus NORTHEPTION Youth A, garnering significant attention for the showdown between professional teams.

For more details about the “U19 eSports Championship 2025,” please refer to this page.

Special Guests and Exhibition

As a special guest, renowned TikTok and music personality Miyu Kaneko is supporting the tournament’s promotion through promotional activities. In the exhibition, professional team MATAGI SNIPERS clashed with the Kiryu Daiichi High School eSports Club, and the high school team’s dominant victory brought tremendous excitement to the venue.

Reflections and Outlook

eSports is increasingly becoming a platform for youth development, and this event strongly highlighted its potential. By hosting such large-scale events, Gunma Prefecture is expected to contribute to the revitalization of the entire region. Looking ahead, we hope to see eSports continuing to permeate society in various forms.

Source: PR TIMES