The highly anticipated Honor of Kings International Championship aka KIC 2025 officially starts today in Manila, Philippines. Featuring 16 of the world’s best teams, the tournament promises thrilling esports action centered around one of the most popular mobile games globally. With a grand prize pool of $1 million USD, the stakes have never been higher for teams eager to claim the prestigious title and exclusive in-game rewards.
KIC 2025: Honor of Kings International Championship 2025
The KIC 2025 competition format is split into two main phases hosted at two iconic venues. The opening group stage and early knockout matches take place from November 14 to 23 at the Shooting Gallery. The tournament then moves to the Activity Center, Ayala Malls Manila Bay for the final knockout rounds and grand finals from November 28 to 30.
KIC 2025: Teams
Teams competing include top champions and qualifiers from across various regions, including Southeast Asia’s best squads, top Brazilian champions from CHOKBR, and winners from the Major East and West Leagues, among others. Fans can anticipate intense matches as these elite players showcase their skills and strategies for glory.
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The winning team will not only walk away with the lion’s share of the $1 million prize pool but also be honored with a unique FMVP skin for their key player, special champion team signature skins, exclusive team avatar frames, and limited-time voice lines within the game, cementing their legacy in Honor of Kings esports history.
As the tournament unfolds over the next two weeks, millions of fans worldwide will follow the action, making the KIC 2025 a landmark event in mobile gaming esports for 2025. Stay tuned for live updates, detailed match coverage, and exclusive insights from Manila’s electrifying esports battlefield.
This international championship reiterates Honor of Kings’ position as a leading force in mobile esports, combining global competition, mass audience engagement, and innovative rewards in one of the most watched esports leagues worldwide.
