How to Watch VCT Americas · Playoffs begin (Aug 27–Sep 6)
VCT Americas · Los Angeles, CA · Thursday, August 27, 2026. Here's the start time and where to stream.
▶ Watch on Twitch- EventVCT Americas · Playoffs begin (Aug 27–Sep 6)
- LeagueVCT Americas
- StageStage 2 · Playoffs
- DateThursday, August 27, 2026
- Start timeTBD
- Watch onTwitch ↗Free
How to watch VCT Americas
VCT Americas · Playoffs begin (Aug 27–Sep 6) — VCT Americas in Los Angeles, CA — is set for Thursday, August 27, 2026. VCT Americas streams free on the league's official Twitch channel — no subscription needed.
Platform: VCT Americas · Playoffs begin (Aug 27–Sep 6) streams on the official Twitch channel (free) — web, mobile, consoles and smart TVs.
Free to watch: like almost all esports, it's free — no cable login or subscription needed.
Where to watch VCT Americas · Playoffs begin (Aug 27–Sep 6) — every stream
The official broadcast plus the major VCT Americas co-streams & watch parties.
Official broadcastWatch ↗
FNS Watch partyEN co-stream, ex-pro; most-watched co-streamer of Valorant Champions 2025 (3.87M hours watched)Watch ↗
tarik Watch partyEN co-stream, ex-CS/Val pro; long-time top Valorant co-streamer, 2.2M+ hours at Champions 2025Watch ↗
ohnePixel Watch partyEN/DE co-stream, CS2 creator; highest peak (146K) co-streamer at Champions 2025Watch ↗
Mixwell Watch partyES (Spanish) co-stream, ex-pro; notable Champions 2025 co-streamerWatch ↗
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About VCT Americas
VCT Americas is one of the four international VALORANT Champions Tour leagues, launched in 2023 with partnered teams playing out of the Riot Games Arena in Los Angeles. Stage 2 2026 (Jul 16–Sep 6) fields the 12 league teams plus 4 Americas Challengers teams via the Play-Ins; the finals weekend travels to São Paulo. Americas team Leviatán won Masters London in June 2026, the region's fourth international Masters trophy. The top 2 teams of Stage 2 qualify for VALORANT Champions 2026 in Shanghai (Sep 24–Oct 18).
VCT Americas — key facts
Past VCT Americas champions
| Year | Champion | Winning roster |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | G2 Esports | valyn · trent · leaf · jawgemo · babybayVCT 2026 Americas League Stage 1. babybay returned, replacing JonahP. |
| 2026 | FURIA | alym · artzin · eeiu · koalanoob · nerveVCT 2026 Americas League Kickoff. |
| 2025 | G2 Esports | JonahP · trent · valyn · leaf · jawgemoVCT 2025 Americas League Stage 2. |
Frequently asked questions
What time does VCT Americas · Playoffs begin (Aug 27–Sep 6) start?
VCT Americas · Playoffs begin (Aug 27–Sep 6) (VCT Americas) is scheduled for a time still to be announced on Thursday, August 27, 2026. Times are US Eastern — the live schedule at EsportsLive.net converts them to your local zone.
Where can I watch VCT Americas · Playoffs begin (Aug 27–Sep 6)?
VCT Americas · Playoffs begin (Aug 27–Sep 6) streams free on the league's official Twitch channel — no subscription needed.
How can I stream VCT Americas · Playoffs begin (Aug 27–Sep 6) live?
You can stream it on the official Twitch channel (free) — web, mobile, consoles and smart TVs.
Where is VCT Americas · Playoffs begin (Aug 27–Sep 6) held?
The event is held in Los Angeles, CA.
How big is the VCT Americas prize pool?
$250,000 USD
What is the VCT Americas format?
Group Stage (two 6-team round-robin groups, Bo3, Jul 16–Aug 9) → Play-Ins (12-team double elimination incl. 4 Challengers teams, Aug 13–23) → Playoffs (double elimination, Aug 27–Sep 6; Lower Final & Grand Final Bo5). Top 2 qualify for Champions 2026.
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