The 2025 LCK Cup is the beginning of the LCK rounds. This year's season promises to be especially thrilling, as several new teams have joined the league, adding to the already fierce competition. As always, the LCK will consist of two rounds of matches, with the top six teams advancing to the playoffs. The Playoffs winner will be crowned the LCK champion and earn a spot in the World Championship, where they'll have the chance to represent Korea and compete against the best teams worldwide.

Tournament Format

Group stage will be played in a round-robin format and all series are in a best-of-three setting.

Play-In will be played in a single-elimination format, and all matches are played in the best-of-three series.

The playoffs will be played in double-elimination (selection format), and all matches will be played in a best-of-five series.