Honor of Kings Invitational Season 2

Level Infinite, a gaming brand under Tencent, has announced the operational details for the Honor of Kings Invitational Season 2. This event serves as a strategic component of the company’s broader $15 million investment initiative aimed at expanding the global esports ecosystem for its mobile multiplayer online battle arena (MOBA) title. The tournament follows the recent global mobile launch of the game, signaling a concerted effort to establish a competitive international footprint.

The tournament is scheduled to take place in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, from June 29 to July 7, 2024. It features a total prize pool of $300,000 and includes 13 international teams representing diverse regions, including Brazil, France, Turkey, Argentina, and several Southeast Asian nations. Beyond the immediate prize money, the competition serves as a critical qualifier, with eight spots available for the Honor of Kings Invitational Midseason, which will be held at the Esports World Cup in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

The event structure consists of a group stage followed by a single-elimination bracket, culminating in the finals on July 7. By hosting this tournament, Tencent continues to leverage its significant financial commitment to foster professional play and increase brand visibility for the title on a global scale. The inclusion of established international organizations such as Team Vitality and Vivo Keyd Stars underscores the developer's focus on integrating the game into the broader professional esports landscape.