Moin Khot
May, 09.2023
The Southeast Asian (SEA) Games 2023 will showcase six countries competing for medals and national pride in the Valorant. Hosted in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, the SEA Games provides athletes with a platform to showcase their skills while fostering national unity and pride. This year, the Games will cater to not only traditional sports but also the rapidly growing esports industry, highlighting the dynamic nature of modern competition. In this article, we will dive into the details of the SEA Games 2023 Valorant.
SEA Games 2023 Valorant Format
The SEA Games 2023 Valorant is divided into the following two stages:
Group Stage:
The Group Stage will be the starting point for the six countries, as they will compete against one another in a head-to-head format. During this stage, each team will play a single-game series against every other team, following a round-robin format. Once all matches are played, the top four countries will advance to the Final Stage, while the other two will be eliminated. Matches will take place over two days, i.e., 8h and 9th May.
Final Stage:
In the Final Stage, the four qualifying countries will participate in a single-elimination bracket. The semifinal winners will compete for the gold medal, while the losers will compete for the bronze. All matches during this stage will follow a best-of-three series format. The final stage, including the grand finals, will be held on 10th May.
SEA Games 2023 Valorant Teams
SEA Games 2023 Valorant will be broadcasted live on Facebook, Twitch, and YouTube in Khmer, English, Vietnamese, and Indonesian languages. Following are the links to the official channels.
Cambodia: Facebook
English: Twitch Link 1, Twitch Link 2, YouTube Link 1, YouTube Link 2, Facebook Link 1, Facebook Link 2
The SEA Games aims to bring together countries in the region through a sense of friendly competition, with each athlete showcasing their country's talent. The inclusion of esports in the SEA Games 2023 highlights the growing popularity and relevance of gaming as a competitive sport. Furthermore, Valorant’s inclusion shows the potential the game holds. It will be interesting to see which country triumphs and takes home the ultimate title.