Return of the Red Bull Home Ground: VALORANT elite in Berlin

In November, Berlin will once again become the center of global esports when the Red Bull Home Ground opens its doors. From November 20-23, eight of the world's best VALORANT teams will compete at Arena Berlin for the title of Off-Season Champion 2024. This top-class tournament promises four days of intense matches and exciting moments that can be followed live on site and via stream.

Field of participants and qualification mode

The field at the Red Bull Home Ground consists of a mix of invited professional teams and successful qualifiers from around the world. The defending champions Fnatic, who shone last year with an impressive victory over Cloud9, will be competing again. Karmine Corp and the German team FOKUS Clan will also be there, looking to wow the home crowd in Berlin. The remaining five teams will be determined via qualifiers in the APAC, EMEA and NA regions as well as the two best teams in the play-in phase.

Arena Berlin as the venue

The historic Arena Berlin, known for legendary concerts by artists such as David Bowie and U2, provides the perfect backdrop for this top-class tournament. The arena, which was built in 1927, will seat over 2,500 fans who will be able to watch the matches live. The venue promises a unique atmosphere that will make the event an unforgettable experience.

Technical support and sponsors

AGON by AOC, which is returning as the official monitor partner for 2024, will ensure that the participants are optimally equipped with its high-performance gaming monitors. For the first time, Blacklyte will be the official gaming chair partner and Jeep will be another partner of the tournament. These collaborations underline the high status of the event in the esports world.

A look back at the previous year

Last year, fans at the Sumo Arena Ryogoku Kokugikan in Japan were treated to a thrilling final match in which Fnatic triumphed over Cloud9 with a 13-5 victory. The event lived up to its reputation as a premier VALORANT tournament, providing exciting matches and memorable moments. The Red Bull Home Ground has established itself as a staple in the esports fan's calendar and promises to be another exciting event this year.

Which teams are taking part in the Red Bull Home Ground?
Eight teams are taking part, including the defending champions Fnatic, Karmine Corp and the German FOKUS Clan. The remaining teams will qualify via regional qualifiers and the play-in phase.

When and where does the tournament take place?
The tournament will take place from November 20 to 23, 2024 in the Arena Berlin, Germany.

How can I watch the event?
The event can be followed live on site in the Arena Berlin or via livestream worldwide.

Which sponsors are supporting the tournament?
AGON by AOC is the official monitor partner and provides the gaming monitors. Blacklyte is the official gaming chair partner, and Jeep is also supporting the tournament.

How were the remaining teams selected?
The remaining five teams will be selected through qualifying rounds in the APAC, EMEA and NA regions, as well as the top two teams in the play-in stage.