The esports scene in Asia is about to get a major upgrade, and it’s coming in the form of the Esports Asian Champions League (ACL). Announced by VSPO, a leading force in the Asian esports industry, the ACL aims to be the region’s largest and most inclusive multi-title tournament. If you thought esports was already massive, buckle up—this is next-level.
At its core, the ACL promises a six-month season jam-packed with competition, camaraderie, and sheer gaming prowess. While the specific game titles are still under wraps, VSPO has teased the inclusion of heavyweight titles like League of Legends, Street Fighter, and PUBG. In total, we can expect seven to ten titles when the tournament kicks off.VSPO’s Founder, Dino Ying, made the exciting announcement at a ceremony held in Shanghai's INS Park, and if the scale of the event was anything to go by, the ACL is set to redefine esports in Asia. Ying emphasized that the ACL isn’t just a tournament but a blueprint for the future of esports, highlighting that the league will offer a highly diverse and accessible platform for gamers across the continent.“We’re not just creating another tournament,” Ying explained. “The ACL will elevate Asian esports to new heights. With esports being recognized at major events like the Asian Games and Olympic Esports Week, we believe international, multi-title tournaments like ACL are the future.”
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The announcement drew major names in the esports world, including HRH Prince Faisal bin Bandar bin Sultan, Vice Chairman of the Savvy Games Group. He has been appointed as the Honorary Chairman of the ACL—another sign of how seriously this tournament is being taken at the highest levels.
The ACL isn’t just a standalone event. It’s already been confirmed as a partner of the Saudi-run Esports World Cup (EWC). With discussions underway to integrate ACL into the 2025 Global EWC Qualifications, this tournament is already on track to become a central piece in the global esports puzzle.
In terms of technology, VSPO is taking esports to the next dimension—literally. The ACL will feature XR-enabled gaming arenas across Asia, offering players and spectators an immersive, next-gen experience. But the ambitions don’t stop there. The long-term goal? Entirely digitally constructed stages. This is esports of the future, where cloud-based, virtual, and immersive tournaments will set the standard for competitive gaming.
To ensure the ACL runs smoothly, a new governing body called the Asia Champions League Foundation has been established. VSPO’s co-founders Jonny Wang and Xie Fan will lead the charge as Chief Executive and President of the ACL, respectively. With their experience and vision, the league is in capable hands.Founded in 2016, VSPO has worked with top-tier partners like China Media Group and the Esports World Cup Foundation. Their ability to secure such high-profile partnerships is further proof that ACL is primed to succeed on a monumental scale.
Though we’re still waiting for the final lineup of games, the ACL is shaping up to be an unmissable event. Whether you’re a casual fan, a hardcore gamer, or just someone interested in seeing what the future of digital sports looks like, the ACL promises a spectacle like no other. Get ready, Asia—the esports revolution is here, and it’s only getting bigger.
If you’re a gamer or an esports fan, stay tuned for more updates—this is one league you don’t want to miss.