Electronic Arts and Respawn Entertainment have pulled back the curtain on ALGS Open 2025, an unprecedented Apex Legends LAN tournament poised to redefine competitive gaming. Set to unfold from May 1 to May 4, 2025, in the vibrant city of New Orleans, USA, this event will bring together a staggering 160 teams—marking the largest gathering of talent in the game’s history. The announcement was made via social media channels and the official Apex Legends website, generating significant buzz among fans and competitors alike.

ALGS Open 2025 A Groundbreaking Event with 160 Teams and 1 Million Prize PoolImage: X.com ALGS Open 2025: Apex Legends' Largest-Ever LAN Tournament Unveiled In a bold move, organizers have allocated 120 spots through direct invitations, while the remaining 40 teams will earn their place through intense preseason qualifiers. With a jaw-dropping $1 million prize pool on the line, the competition is expected to be fiercer than ever. Adding to the excitement, the 2025/2026 competitive season introduces several groundbreaking changes, including character bans. After each match, the most frequently selected legend will be removed from the available roster for the remainder of the series. Should an entire class of characters be banned, the longest-banned legend will re-enter the selection pool. For more specifics, players can explore the official blog.

To ensure a level playing field, ALGS Open 2025 will adopt a Double Elimination Bracket format, culminating in a high-stakes Match-Point Finals. This means that teams must not only accumulate a set number of points but also secure a decisive victory in the final match to claim the championship. The tournament schedule is as follows:

  • May 1: Opening rounds of Winners and Losers Brackets
  • May 2: Continued matches in both brackets
  • May 3: Winners Bracket finals and elimination rounds in the Lower Bracket
  • May 4: Grand Final in Match Point format

As the marquee event of the first half of the season, ALGS Open 2025 promises to deliver not only lucrative cash prizes but also coveted slots for the Midseason Playoffs, making it a must-watch for esports enthusiasts.

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