Riot Video games has introduced gaming {hardware} model Razer as its official gaming chair companion for VCT EMEA and Recreation Changers EMEA.
The multi-year settlement, spanning 2026 and 2027, will see the Razer Iskur V2 gaming chair used on stage, in addition to in coach and co-streaming rooms throughout all occasions.
The gaming chair is thought for its ‘adaptive and adjustable 6D lumbar help system’, which is aimed to supply additional consolation and help to gamers whereas competing.
“We’re excited to welcome Razer on board, serving to guarantee our gamers are snug, well-equipped, and capable of keep sharp all yr lengthy,” acknowledged VCT EMEA in a press launch.
Alongside Razer, Riot Video games has secured partnerships with KitKat, Crimson Bull, and Sony INZONE over the past 12 months for VCT EMEA and Recreation Changers EMEA.
The {hardware} model is not any stranger to the esports scene, having collaborations with a number of match organisers, skilled gamers, and organisations.
2026 VCT EMEA and Recreation Changers EMEA Construction
This might be adopted by Stage 1, the place groups will battle for Masters London qualification, which can crown the season’s second worldwide champion.
Along with this, Riot Video games might be scrapping VCT Ascension throughout all areas, together with EMEA, beginning this yr. As a substitute, one of the best Challengers groups might be promoted on to the newly launched Play-In stage at VCT Stage 2.
The 2026 Recreation Changers EMEA circuit, however, will encompass a Kickoff occasion adopted by Stage 1, Stage 2, and Stage 3. The season will conclude with the crowning occasion, Recreation Changers Championship, though its location has not been revealed but.
Along with this, GC EMEA Stage 1 and Stage 2 might be held on-line, whereas Stage 3 is anticipated to be a hybrid occasion that includes an offline Grand Remaining.
Each Recreation Changers occasion will function 10 groups, with the top-performing organisations in every match advancing to the following stage. In the meantime, the lower-ranked groups might be battling in promotion and relegation matches going down after Stage 1 and Stage 2.
Riot Video games has additionally launched regional Money Cups open to each tier-one and tier-two groups, permitting contributors to earn common prize cash and get promoted to GC EMEA 3 Play-Ins, much like the VCT ecosystem.
