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"Honor of Kings Regional Leagues Begin, World Cup Spot at Stake"

by Harper Apr 14,2025

As the summer season heats up, so does the competitive scene for Honor of Kings, with the first of its Regional Leagues kicking off today. Teams from around the globe are battling it out for a chance to represent their regions at the prestigious Esports World Cup in Riyadh later this year.

The journey to Riyadh involves seven regional leagues, spanning from the Philippines to Brazil, where teams will vie for supremacy in their respective areas. The ultimate goal? Securing a spot in the Honor of Kings World Cup (KWC), where 18 elite teams will clash for the top prize.

This year's KWC is set to be especially thrilling, as it will feature not only the qualifiers from the Regional Leagues but also the champions from the KPL Spring season, ensuring a high-octane showdown of esports prowess.

ytGold, always believe in your soulThe start dates for each regional league are as follows:

  • Indonesia Kings Laga: Group Stage (11th-18th May), Playoffs (30th May, 1st June)
  • MY Honor of Kings League: Group Stage (18th April-25th May), Playoffs (6th-8th June)
  • Philippine King League: Group Stage (11th April-25th May), Playoffs (6th-8th June)
  • Wildcard King Series: Group Stage (16th May-1st June), Playoffs (6th-8th June)
  • Major East League: Group Stage (17th-20th April, 24th-27th April), Knockout Stage (2nd-3rd May), Major Last Call (4th May)
  • Major West League: Group Stage (17th-20th April, 24th-27th April), Knockout Stage (2nd-3rd May), Major Last Call (4th May)
  • Honor of Kings Brazil Championship: Group Stage (16th-18th May, 22nd-25th May), Playoffs (31st May-1st June, 7th-8th June)

Feeling inspired to dive into Honor of Kings and test your skills? Now's the perfect time to start! Don't forget to check out our comprehensive tier list of Honor of Kings characters to help you decide who to play and who to bench as you embark on your journey to becoming the next esports champion.