CAPCOM Co., Ltd. has announced that entries for the official online tournament “CAPCOM Pro Tour 2025 – World Warrior Japan Tournament” for ‘Street Fighter 6’ have opened today. This tournament is part of the “CAPCOM Pro Tour 2025” series, where players from around the globe compete to become the annual champion. It is a major event open to participants within Japan.

Overview of the “World Warrior Japan Tournament”

The tournament comprises six events in total: five regular tournaments followed by a final tournament. Points are awarded based on placement in the regular tournaments, and top players receive the right to compete in the global finals, “CAPCOM CUP 12,” with a first-place prize of a whopping $1 million. The Japan Tournament is designated as a “Super Region,” allowing two players to qualify for the international stage.

Public Viewing and Offline Finals

Matches can be enjoyed via public viewing at “esports Style UENO,” operated by KDDI. The finals will be held offline, with players competing directly at the venue. “esports Style UENO” is a next-generation esports facility boasting high-performance internet connections and gaming equipment.

Diverse Participation Formats and Benefits

Tournament participants can make use of the “Challenge Booth,” allowing for both on-site and online participation. Players who enter the tournament can compete using a dedicated 10Gbps internet line and high-performance gaming PCs. Additionally, those attending the public viewing will receive perks such as an “Original Rubber Band.” For more details and how to enter, please check here.

Impressions and Outlook

This tournament is poised to offer a new form of entertainment that transcends the boundaries of the gaming industry, garnering further attention. The event provides opportunities for both beginners and professionals to participate, which is another attractive aspect. We are highly looking forward to seeing the kinds of battles that players from within Japan and abroad will deliver. We hope this tournament will serve as a chance to convey the appeal of esports to an even wider audience. Expectations are rising for the new esports culture created through the collaboration between Capcom and KDDI.

Source: PR TIMES