SLT Seongnam and Nongshim RedForce have qualified for the 2026 VCT Pacific by achieving top two places at Ascension Pacific.

While SLT is a new entry to the International League, NS will be part of it for the second time.

This brings the total number of South Korean teams in VCT Pacific to five out of 12.

SLT Seongnam was unstoppable throughout the tournament and did not lose a single series, while Nongshim RedForce, on the other hand, fought its way through the lower bracket to reach the Tier 1 scene.

“Finally, SLT Seongnam is entering 2026 #VCTPacific. Next year, we will come back with a fiercer and stronger performance!” announced SLT Seongnam on X (Twitter). 

“We would like to express our sincere gratitude to all our fans who continued to support and believe in Nongshim RedForce throughout challenging times. Nongshim RedForce will continue to move forward, aiming even higher,” NS shared.

Both Ascension teams will compete alongside the partnered teams and receive similar benefits such as financial support, VCT capsules, and more.

However, these will not be the only Challengers teams that fans will see in VCT, as the top VCL 2026 squads will receive direct invites to the Stage 2 Playoffs for a chance to compete for a slot at VALORANT Champions.

With G2 Esports extending its stay in VCT for another year, VCT Americas will welcome only one team from Ascension this year, while Ascension EMEA will promote two new organisations. Both tournaments will conclude on October 27th; however, ULF Esports from EMEA have already secured a place in VCT.

When it comes to China, Xi Lai Gaming finished above Dragon Ranger Gaming at Champions Paris, sending DRG back to Ascension. However, DRG has fought its way back into the International League by winning Ascension for the second time.

At the time of writing – October 2025– we’re in the midst of the spooky season, and plenty of games are showing their seasonal spirit with in-game events related to the new Overwatch Halloween event for 2025. 

It’s called the Overwatch Haunted Masquerade, but there is also a range of spooky skins that players can enjoy if they are in the mood to dress for the occasion. 

We’re going to look at 10 particularly noteworthy Halloween skins in Overwatch 2 that are great options for those looking to dress up in-game this Halloween. 

It was a toss-up between the Cthulhu-like Cultist Zenyatta skin and the Cursed Teddy skin for this list, but ultimately, Cursed Teddy came out on top due to its simple yet effective design. Cultist Zenyatta is a tentacled delight, but Cursed Teddy is a highly creative take on a relatively underutilized cursed stuffed animal horror trope. 

The adorable teddy bear head that Zenyatta dons with this skin is equal parts cute and unnerving, making it a standout Halloween skin choice. Cursed Teddy is also one of Overwatch’s new skins, releasing in season 19 and only available in the premium battle pass. 

Released in the 2018 Overwatch Halloween Terror event, Wrecking Ball’s Jack- O’- Lantern is a great Halloween skin that truly embodies the spirit of the season. The spherical mech that hamster Hammond sits in lends itself well to a pumpkin design, but the skin goes a step further by redesigning Hammond himself as an adorable scarecrow hamster hybrid. 

The Vampire Hunter Overwatch skin redesigns support hero Brigitte to make her look like a hunter of supernatural creatures. The Witcher vibes are awesome with this skin, with Brig donning a look that is similar to Ciri from The Witcher game series. Her skin has been significantly paler, and her hair is platinum blonde, emphasizing the fantasy look. Brigitte’s mace also gets a glowing green makeover, while her shield changes to a coffin-like shape. 

Will-O-Wisp Tracer is another example of how effective a simple idea can be when executed well. Tracer is transformed into a glowing ghostly figure, complete with pupilless eyes and pale green skin. Her design is based on the will-o’-wisps from folklore, a ghost-like lantern creature. 

These creatures have been portrayed as mischievous by leading travelers away from their path. However, they have also been portrayed as benevolent, leading people where they need to go when lost. Tracer’s design is inspired by the ethereal flame that will-o’-wisps are known for in mythology. 

Next up is a highly anticipated skin that didn’t disappoint when it was finally released in November 2023. The contrast of Zombie Doctor Mercy’s pale, greenish skin – complete with stitch marks where she’s been sewn together–, and her white, lifeless eyes with her pink and white nurse uniform is fantastic, but also eerie. The inclusion of a mask is also a nice touch, as it leaves players wondering what Mercy is hiding behind it, and how much scarier the skin would be if she were to take it off.  

Shin-Ryeong D.Va is not only a skin that has an excellent design for both the mech and D.Va herself, but it also incorporates Korean mythology in a way that makes players want to know more. Shin-Ryeong – or 신령 in Hangul, the Korean alphabet – translates loosely to a female ghost/spirit who is drawn to certain locations. 

This is why the mech itself is designed to look like a temple, and Hana is the fox-like spirit dwelling within. Creatively and perfectly executed, Shin-Ryeong manages to draw on Hana’s Korean heritage while also being a cool, creepy skin in its own right. 

Roadhog was the main event of the Junkenstein Halloween events in Overwatch back when it first started, as he was the final boss that players fought against in the limited-time game mode. This skin has become synonymous with Halloween in Overwatch because of, but also because of how excellent it is as a skin in general. 

Roadhog’s usual look is completely transformed as he takes on the look of a put-together experiment, complete with clumsy stitches, staples, and various nuts and bolts holding him together. It’s no surprise that this is an iconic Halloween Overwatch skin, and it continues to be one of the best years after its release. 

Another awesome undead skin is Draugr Reinhardt, which redesigns the tank hero as the ghostly, undead Draugr creature from Norse mythology. It’s the little details that make this such a great skin, such as the broken arrows stuck in Reinhardt’s armor, the blue glowing eyes, and the exposed teeth. There is a story behind this skin, and it’s hard not to be interested in what could have happened to this version of Reinhardt in what was clearly an epic battle. 

Mercy’s Witch skin is an absolute classic when it comes to Overwatch Halloween skins, and it manages to stay as iconic in 2025 as it has always been. Mercy fits into the witch look with style and grace, and the details of her costume are perfectly implemented, such as the broomstick staff, her witch hat, and the magic spell book on her hip. Mercy also gets some unique voice lines with this skin, emphasizing her role as a magic-wielding sorceress and making everything feel more unique. 

Our top spot for the best Overwatch Halloween skins has to go to Dragon Symmetra. The creativity of Symmetra’s draconic redesign is second to none. From her horns to her clawed hands, scaly body, and the wings wrapped around her waist, everything is flawlessly executed. 

The fiery glow that emanates from Sym’s chest and eyes is also a nice touch, suggesting that she is truly housing a dragon whose fire is ready to burst. Those looking for a spooky skin with an amazing design and fantastic execution won’t be disappointed with Dragon Symmetra. 

Those are the 10 best spooky skins that players can enjoy in Overwatch 2 right now. These skins all have great designs, but they also suit each hero perfectly, and some (though not all) also have unique voice lines and effects. If you’re looking to get your hands on a Halloween-themed Overwatch 2 skin this spooky season, these options are definitely worth checking out. 

Team Vitality just announced that its won the VALORANT off-season with the signing of Timofey ‘Chronicle’ Khromov.

“This roster is insane, and I cannot wait to get started,” Chronicle said in a statement on X. “From winning two international trophies to making four Grand Finals this year, it has been an amazing journey.”

Indeed, Chronicle had an impressive run with his former team FNATIC. During his three seasons with the team, Chronicle most recently placed first at VCT 2023: LOCK//IN Sao Paulo, VALORANT Masters Tokyo 2023 and VCT 2024 EMEA Stage 2.

However, 2025 has been a year of close calls. FNATIC has come second at every S-Tier tournament, falling just short of the victory. This includes second-place finishes at VALORANT Masters Toronto, Esports World Cup and VALORANT Champions.

Regarded as one of the best VALORANT players in the scene, Chronicle’s Team Vitality signing has been met with a lot of emotion from the fanbase. While this could be Chronicle’s chance to secure some victories alongside former FNATIC teammate Nikkita ‘Derke’ Sirmitev, some fans felt Team Vitality’s announcement was insensitive to FNATIC and its community.

“Poaching FNATIC players doesn’t make you FNATIC,” said one VALORANT viewer.

Team Vitality has been actively building a strong team during each off-season, with Chronicle being the most recent player to make the jump. The duo of Derke and Chronicle is especially promising for the team that hasn’t quite gotten the results it wanted this past season.

While Team Vitality started 2025 off strong as the top EMEA team, the team has missed out on big events like Masters Toronto and Champions Paris. Team Vitality’s fans feel the roster is almost there, so adding Chronicle feels like the final step towards finally getting those much-needed W’s.

Here is the full Team Vitality roster now:

Daniel ‘Faded’ Hwang is currently the team’s Head Coach with Aleksy ‘slk’ Lynksov as the Assistant Coach.

While some fans have stated that Chronicle will ‘always be FNATIC,’ others have wished the GOAT good luck on his new path ahead of 2026. This massive move is sure to shake up the EMEA, with many fans wondering what FNATIC’s plans will be after letting go of Chronicle during such a dramatic off-season.

The team has previously stated that it will share its full roster at its OFF//SEASON event.

CTBC Flying Oyster, Top Esports and T1 have made it through the League of Legends World Championship 2025 Swiss Stage, securing the last three spots in the quarterfinals.

For FlyQuest, Bilibili Gaming and Movistar KOI, defeat meant elimination and the end of their Worlds 2025 run.

Every match carried do-or-die stakes. With margins razor-thin, the final day of the Swiss Stage delivered one of the most intense and competitive showdowns of the tournament so far.

FlyQuest went on stage as the last hope for the Americas, and it was arguably the favourite to win. However, CTBC Flying Oyster (CFO) showed once again that it could beat any team, and it wanted to take its region to the playoffs for the first time since 2015.

The first game was delayed slightly due to two early technical pauses, but fans didn’t have to wait long. FlyQuest looked more proactive, trading picks in the side lanes and building a small gold lead. It controlled more map space, and the match pace suited its style. However, CFO answered through better macro, knocking down outer towers and keeping the gold difference narrow, even when FlyQuest pushed ahead.

Right when FlyQuest seemed ready to snowball, everything collapsed.

CFO caught FLY near Baron and instantly flipped the game, wiping out the LTA first seed, claiming Baron, and pushing forward. Chiu ‘Doggo‘ Tzu-Chuan, in particular, led the charge with huge damage on Corki. The map opened wide, inhibitors fell, FlyQuest scrambled to defend, and CTBC Flying Oyster dictated every fight. Even FlyQuest’s late Baron at 35 minutes in could not stop the inevitable from happening, and, after the longest game of Worlds so far, CFO ended the game after 45 minutes.

Contrary to the opening game of the series, the second one was one-sided from the first minute. CFO snowballed early kills into a quick gold gap, and it spread its advantage across the lanes with clean rotations and constant pressure. FlyQuest tried to stabilise by securing objectives and kills, but every attempt failed to slow CFO down.

A decisive fight near Atakhan sealed the series, with Doggo tearing through the FLY line-up. Securing an ace, CTBC Flying Oyster marched forward and ended the match without hesitation. CTBC Flying Oyster made history, whilst FlyQuest suffered a disappointing exit.

Both LPL teams came to Worlds with high expectations, but on the last day of the Swiss Stage, only one could move on.

Top Esports came out swinging with Seo ‘Kanavi‘ Jin-hyeok giving his side a lead with strategic ganks in the bot lane. However, once Bilibili Gaming (BLG) found the right angle to engage everything changed fast. BLG’s Ornn and Neeko combo turned every fight into a disaster for Top Esports.

As game one reached the late game, BLG’s teamfighting was simply cleaner, and the team won multiple skirmishes, broke open the mid lane, and secured the Baron to reinforce pressure on lanes. Top Esports was always a step late defending its base, and BLG ended the map confidently.

The second game, however, told a very different story. 

Top Esports drafted a much stronger teamfight comp and played with conviction from the first few minutes. With the back against the wall, Top Esports controlled neutral objectives, tightened its rotations, and never allowed Bilibili Gaming to find its signature flanks. When fights finally broke out, Top Esports always looked better positioned to win it.

After a clean final push through mid lane, Top Esports tied the series without giving BLG much of a chance to come back. 

With everything on the line, BLG made a change and swapped Zhao ‘Shad0w’ Zhi-Qiang out for Yang ‘Beichuan’ Ling in the final game of the qualifying series. But it didn’t help the team to stabilise, and the game quickly turned into chaos.

There was constant action across every lane. In fact, the third game of the series between Top Esports and BLG recorded the most kills of Worlds 2025 so far. Both teams kept trading blows, and neither found a clear lead for the majority of the game — until Top Esports scaled and took the Baron.

One last teamfight to steal the Cloud Soul was all Top Esports Needed to wipe out BLG and qualify for Worlds Playoffs. Despite being one of the favourite teams to win the tournament, Bilibili Gaming’s Worlds 2025 run ended here.

Movistar KOI (MKOI) entered the Rift as the final LEC representative, aiming to pull off a miracle against the reigning World Champions. However, whilst T1 might falter regionally and in BO1s, these series at Worlds are their comfort zone.

Nevertheless, MKOI claimed First Blood on Mun ‘Oner‘ Hyeon-ju, and it seems the LEC representatives found a good footing. Alex ‘Myrwn‘ Pastor Villarejo hunted down Lee ‘Gumayusi‘ Min-hyeong twice in the side lane, and MKOI built a small gold lead. But even when it looked like MKOI was in the lead, T1 never faltered and traded back kills and objectives, keeping its first win within reach.

It was only a matter of time before T1 leveraged Lee ‘Faker’ Sang-hyeok’s Azir to gain control of the Rift. As MKOI forced a messy follow-up fight that backfired completely, T1 snowballed. The reigning World Champions claimed Baron, stacked objectives, and crushed the Nexus with full authority to take game one.

Even if the second game seemed to be more competitive, the result didn’t change. Almost every minute of the early game resulted in a kill — 14 kills in 14 minutes. While MKOI were proactively finding the right angles to engage T1, the LCK team eventually forced Herald mid, strengthening its lead in the second game of the series. 

Yet MKOI did not concede, and at 21 minutes, the LEC representative nearly aced T1 and looked ready to flip the match. However, T1 controlled the lanes, forced pressure everywhere, and the teams’ priorities during fights led T1 to win fight after fight. With the LCK team controlling the Rift, MKOI was forced to defend and wait for an opportunity to strike back.

The game thus dragged into a tense late-game stand-off. But once MKOI tried one last gamble on Elder, T1 teleported into MKOI’s base and ended the match through a clean backdoor.

Movistar KOI was eliminated from Worlds 2025. Meanwhile, T1, the reigning world champions, marched on to the quarterfinals.

Following the conclusion of the Swiss Stage, only eight teams have moved forward to the League of Legends Worlds 2025 Knockout Stage.

All matches will be played next week, starting on October 28th, 2025 at 7am BST. All matches will be streamed live on League of Legends’ official esports Twitch and YouTube channels, alongside accepted co-streamers.

The Quarterfinals matches are as follows:

The two support roles in Dota 2 have many overlapping responsibilities, especially in pubs, but knowing the difference between the two can make every game much smoother. Unlike hard supports, position fours take a slice of farm and experience to roam, secure runes, pressure lanes, and start fights with your mid and offlane.

They’re an extremely active role and the most flexible in terms of heroes and builds. This tier list ranks the soft supports in the current meta for pub games, so that you can dictate the tempo in your ranked DOTA 2 games.

As with all tier lists, this will heavily favor heroes who are the flavor of the patch, displaying high win rates across a decent pick rate. In a game as complex as Dota 2, many factors can go into influencing which of the Dota 2 heroes are top tier, including buffs, nerfs, pro players, synergies with common heroes and items, and more. 

This tier list will try to stay grounded within the strength of the soft support, but these factors will still come into play. Lastly, many heroes overlap with hard supports or other roles, but the tier list will prioritize their effectiveness as a position four. For more, we recommend checking out our explainer on the Dota 2 roles and how Soft Support compares. 

The tier list is tailored towards Dota 2’s most recent patch and pro play trends. Valuable data, such as pick and win rates, are from sites such as dotabuff, spectral.gg, and dota2protracker

Spirit Breaker, Snapfire, Shadow Shaman, and Clockwerk define what it means to be an effective position four in the current meta. These heroes constantly pressure the map with their high kill potential that’s easy to execute.

Spirit Breaker, Snapfire, and Clockwerk guarantee the kill with a teammate since their combo does so much on its own without any item investment. They’re oppressive when they can get early kills and snowball the lead with good vision and aggressive movements. 

Additionally, Snapfire synergizes well with most of the meta offlaners, especially ones that can set up her devastating ultimate.

Shadow Shaman is simply the best all-around pub support since he can do it all with ease: everything from nukes, long disables, and an ultimate that can either take objectives or disrupt teamfights.

Another element that keeps these soft supports top-tier is their ability to farm when the action is sparse, which allows them to stay on top of their item timings. 

These heroes are staples of the current ranked meta because and there’s nothing wrong with picking them early in the draft. Many of the heroes also possess kill pressure, but require a bit more effort and coordination compared to the tiers above them.

Earthshaker is an amazing hero in the current path and will most likely be contested by cores. However, if he happens to slip by, he’s a strong position four that can provide lockdown and a teamfight ending ultimate.

Bounty Hunter is an ideal support to cores who can already reliably secure kills on their own, and his abilities serve to make it easier and more rewarding. Aside from providing gold for the whole team, Track’s vision is invaluable for all the mobile heroes in the meta, as well as keeping tabs on heroes hiding in the fog looking for a big ultimate, like Sand King.

Hoodwink is in position four, which surged in popularity due to TI14. Her winrate is below average because she’s heavily reliant on skill shots, but that shouldn’t discount her power. She brings long-range AoE disable and utility, a way to amplify magic damage, which is perfect in this meta, and one of the few reliable sources of break. Additionally, she’s evasive and can sling spells from the edge of the fight.

Much of Rubick’s strength depends on whether or not there are good abilities to steal. Abilities like Meathook, Ravage, or Blackhole instantly make him the key player in his team. But without it, Rubick’s base kit is lackluster.

Many of the soft supports in B-tier are here because they’re decent picks who are better as hard supports, and aren’t a detriment when played from the offlane. Heroes like Jakiro, Pugna, Oracle, and Disruptor have a net positive contribution to the team, but you’ll have to first weather the lack of early tempo that a better position four would’ve brought.

Marci and Tusk are staples in pro play, but have below-average win rates in pub. They’re top-tier roamers with explosive kill threats and life-saving abilities. However, these heroes want to keep the pressure up with constant kills, as it’s hard for them to farm and recover when falling behind. 

Many of the soft supports in this tier have dedicated players who can show off the potential of these heroes in the role. But truly skilled players are few and far between, and it’s better to practice in Unranked before diving into ranked with these picks. 

Heroes like Invoker, Tinker, Earth Spirit, Magnus, and Leshrac are a treat to watch when played right, but they can quickly backfire if the player isn’t up to the challenge.

Tiny used to be the quintessential position four in pro play, but nerf after nerf has finally made it harder for him. Despite that, no one can deny how strong a Blink Dagger and Toss can be in the right hands.

Some Dota 2 heroes are better as position five and can find the transition into soft support much more jarring than the supports in the B-tier. Heroes like Undying, Treant Protector, Io, Enchantress, and Chen thrive in the safe lane and can’t set the tempo like a traditional soft support.

Due to how ranked works in Dota 2, players will often encounter these greedy heroes masquerading as soft support, but they don’t fulfill any of the expectations. These players are often just earning tokens so they can play their main role. It is what it is.

However, if that isn’t the case, picking these soft supports is a detriment to the team and negatively impacts the chances of winning. Heroes like Monkey King, Slark, and Terrorblade see great success in pro play, but that’s a whole different playing field, and these heroes shouldn’t be played a support in ranked pubs.

Alchemist is a contentious support pick as this hero’s game plan is to farm straight for half of the game to feed the team Aghanim’s Scepter to faster power spikes. While decent in theory, this assumes that the enemy team won’t take advantage of a number’s disadvantage to pressure objectives and invade. Leaving the offlane to fend for themself is a recipe for failure and toxicity.

Ideally, soft supports dictate the tempo of the game and are active players who can take space away from the enemy cores. They’re there to convert small picks into bigger objectives, while simultaneously getting enough farm for a core item or two.

This tier list is the current meta reflection of which heroes in Dota 2 can excel as a soft support in ranked pubs, while also keeping in mind the realistic state of how these uncoordinated games would go. 

As a support, it’s important to familiarize yourself with S-tier picks, as you’ll often go first in drafts. But get ready to flex into heroes that can better synergize or counter the enemy line-up when the opportunity is there.

Over the past decade, the focus on creating gaming peripherals geared towards esports has increased significantly, with a variety of manufacturers launching products designed for competitive play.

Whether it’s PC monitors or gaming chairs, several products are designed with optimal in-game performance in mind.

In September, PC peripherals and software brand Logitech G unveiled ten new products as part of the 2025 Logitech G PLAY product showcase, including two new additions to its Pro Series range.

Following the event, Esports Insider sat down with Robin Piispanen, General Manager of Pro and Simulation, and Cary Lambert, Global Marketing Lead of Esports, for insight into the importance of serving the needs of pro players.

Whether it’s League of Legends, VALORANT, or Counter-Strike, having equipment that is capable of withstanding lengthy practice sessions and high-stakes tournaments is essential for players at the highest tier of esports. 

To achieve the durability required at this level, Logitech G collaborates with several esports players across various titles, resulting in valuable feedback and the creation of products optimised with competition in mind.

 “The G brand at the highest level is really focused on extending human potential in play,” Lambert shared. “The Pro series specifically are results of deep, methodical, and personal relationships with pro players, because the goal is to serve the needs of those pro players.”

Lambert, who is also a former professional World of Warcraft player, revealed that Logitech G has collaborated with over 400 professional esports players, with between 75 and 80 providing direct contributions and feedback during the development of products such as the Pro X2 Superlight wireless mouse. 

In recent months, the brand has joined forces with multiple esports organisations, including FURIA and G2 Esports, to equip players with equipment and collaborate on a range of initiatives.

“JonahP from G2 Esports’ VALORANT team was one of the first early adopters [of the Pro X2 Superlight wireless mouse], and that has given us incredible feedback that has really resulted in how this product has come to life,” said Lambert.

“We developed a factory prototype of this mouse, gave it to a handful of esports players, including Jonah P, and he was able to win VCT Americas Stage 2 with the mouse in hand before other people got to use it.”

She continues to emphasise the importance of esports player involvement in product design and development:

“I think players like that are true innovators, right? They’re taking that chance, that leap, and engaging with technology that hasn’t been proven, and getting that direct competitive feedback is crucial to our development process.”

Innovation remains a key pillar of Logitech G’s product development process. The company creates prototypes featuring a combination of deep methodical research and collaboration with esports players before undergoing extensive testing. 

Following the tests and further feedback, further changes are made before large-scale production begins.

“We have three phases that are part of the collaborative design process,” Lambert explained. “Innovation is very crucial and important to Logitech. The second is validation by pro players. By combining these two philosophies, we’re focused on the future and what the future of competition looks like.”

The use of AI across various industries continues to split the opinions of the community. On one hand, its use can streamline processes, while on the other, it can be viewed as a threat to multiple roles within the workplace.

In recent months, esports organisations have continued to expand the use of AI across a range of initiatives to enhance fan engagement, and Logitech G is already exploring how it could be used to improve product development. 

“I think that there’s a ton of potential for AI in regards to data collection,” revealed Lambert. “As the industry increases, maybe we can get access to data and see how it could improve our gear. For AI, there is a ton of potential in esports, and I’m really excited for what the future holds.”

“I think there’s a lot of benefit when it comes to coaching, improvement, and understanding,” added Piispanen. Logitech G’s GM of Pro and Simulation also shared his concerns with the use of AI and how additional support could compromise the integrity of online tournaments. “A sport is only a sport when it’s a level playing field, but if you have an AI supporting you in ways that a human never could, it doesn’t become a sport anymore.”

With esports teams and players constantly looking to have an upper hand over their opponents, Logitech G’s ongoing collaborations with its partner organisations continue to drive innovation in the world of product development. 

As AI is adopted more and more in various roles, the company is prepared to integrate it into its own processes to deliver new products that appeal to both amateur and professional players. 

Fnatic has announced the re-signing of VALORANT player Jake ‘Boaster’ Howlett for the 2026 VCT season.

The British in-game leader (IGL) has been with the organisation since early 2021 and most recently recorded a second-place finish with Fnatic at VALORANT Champions 2025.

“Be very afraid. Because I’m back, baby! Woooo! One more, let’s go,” shared Boaster in the official announcement video.

Boaster was formerly a professional Counter-Strike and League of Legends player before transitioning to VALORANT in 2020. 

Since then, he has established himself as one of the most accomplished IGLs in the scene, widely recognised for his leadership skills as well as his ability to adapt to shifting metas and Fnatic rosters.

Boaster has also become the face of Fnatic’s VALORANT division, having contributed to all of the organisation’s achievements. This includes LOCK//IN São Paulo and Masters Tokyo trophies in 2023. 

Amidst Fnatic’s Champions run this year, concerns began circulating whether the 30-year-old veteran would retire after the season. 

As one of the most consistently performing teams across the global VALORANT Champions Tour (VCT), Fnatic has received ample attention from the game’s esports community. This includes speculating about possible roster changes ahead of the 2026 season.

While Emir ‘Alfajer’ Beder and Kajetan ‘kaajak’ Haremski still have Fnatic contracts for next year, the fate of many other roster members remains uncertain. 

Like Boaster, 2025 signing Austin ‘crashies’ Roberts and Head Coach Milan ‘Milan’ de Meij have reportedly extended their contracts. However, veteran member Timofey ‘Chronicle’ Khromov has allegedly been exploring options with other VCT teams.

For now, it seems like Fnatic fans will have to wait until the organisation’s London Clash showmatch, where the 2026 roster is set to take the stage for the first time.