Riot Games just made the upcoming VALORANT Game Changers Championship 2025 even more exciting for fans around the world.
The company announced that Pick’Ems powered by AWS will debut for the first time at this year’s women’s tournament, giving players a fun new way to get involved.
Pick’Ems lets fans predict match results before they happen. Players can compete against friends, climb global leaderboards, and earn exclusive in-game rewards based on how accurate their predictions turn out to be.
The feature has been a huge hit at other Riot Games events like the League of Legends World Championship and Mid-Season Invitational.
Now it finally comes to VALORANT’s biggest women’s competition. Fans can back their favorite teams, pick surprise upsets, or hope for an amazing lower bracket comeback run.
Group Pick’Ems opens on November 13 at 9 AM Pacific Time. All predictions will lock 20 minutes before the first match kicks off on November 20.
This gives fans almost a week to study the teams, watch their recent matches, and make smart choices.
The rewards make participating even more worthwhile for VALORANT players. Simply making one prediction earns players the “Aura Farming” title right away.
That means everyone who joins gets something just for taking part.
The real prizes come from accurate predictions and leaderboard placement. Finish in the top 50 percent of all participants and you get the Pocket Killjoy Buddy to hang on your weapons.
Climb higher into the top 20 percent and that buddy upgrades to the Golden Pocket Killjoy Buddy.
Perfect predictions earn the rarest reward of all. Get every single pick correct throughout the entire tournament and you receive the exclusive “100%” title. Only the best VALORANT esports experts will achieve this difficult feat.
These rewards will only be available during the Game Changers Championship 2025.
Players cannot earn them later, making them must-have items for collectors and die-hard fans of women’s VALORANT. The limited-time nature adds urgency for anyone who wants these special cosmetics.
Making your predictions is simple and works on any device. Visit VALORANTEsports.com and open the Pick’Ems tab, or access it through the Esports Hub inside the VALORANT game client. Sign in with your Riot account and start selecting winners for each match.
Mobile users can also submit picks at valorantesports.com/pickems if they are away from their gaming PC. The system works smoothly across platforms, so fans never miss their chance to participate. A valid Riot account is required to join and receive rewards.
Pick’Ems is available in most regions around the world. Some locations cannot participate due to local regulations and laws. Players should check if their region qualifies before the deadline.
The 2025 Game Changers Championship takes place in Seoul, South Korea. Ten of the strongest women’s VALORANT teams from around the globe will compete for the title.
The tournament represents the peak of the Game Changers program, which supports and highlights women in professional VALORANT.
Competing teams include powerhouses like Team Liquid Brazil, Shopify Rebellion Gold, and G2 Gozen. More top squads from each region round out the field.
These teams battled through their regional competitions all year to earn their championship spots.
The tournament uses a double elimination format. This means teams get a second chance even after losing once. The bracket creates dramatic storylines as teams fight through the lower bracket for redemption.
Opening matches were revealed during a live draw at the Riot Games Arena in São Paulo.
The draw happened after the Americas Last Chance Qualifier wrapped up. Fans already know which teams face off first.
High-level gameplay and intense matchups are guaranteed from start to finish. The competing rosters include established veterans and rising stars all chasing the championship trophy.
Every team arrives in Seoul hungry to prove they are the best in the world.
The partnership with AWS powers the Pick’Ems technology behind the scenes.
AWS provides the cloud computing and data infrastructure that tracks millions of predictions from fans worldwide. This collaboration ensures the system runs smoothly throughout the event.
Fans can follow all the action through multiple VALORANT Esports social media channels. The official accounts post updates on Twitter/X, Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok at @valorantesports. Live broadcasts stream on Twitch and YouTube.
The official VALORANT Esports website at valorantesports.com serves as the home base for schedules, brackets, and news.
Event photos and tournament coverage will also appear on the VALORANT Esports Flickr page for fans who want behind-the-scenes looks.
Pick’Ems adds another layer of engagement to an already exciting championship.
Fans now have more reason to watch every match closely. Each game matters not just for the teams but for everyone trying to climb the Pick’Ems leaderboard.
The Game Changers Championship runs from November 20-30 in Seoul. That gives fans almost two weeks of top-tier women’s VALORANT competition.
With Pick’Ems running throughout, the tournament becomes even more interactive and fun.
Riot Games continues expanding ways for fans to engage with VALORANT esports. Pick’Ems represents just one part of that strategy.
The feature brings casual viewers and hardcore fans together in friendly competition.
Players should study team rosters and recent performances before making picks. Smart predictions require knowledge of each team’s strengths, weaknesses, and playstyles. The most informed fans will have the best chance at earning top rewards.
The countdown to Pick’Ems begins soon. Mark November 13 on your calendar to start making predictions.
Then tune in when matches begin on November 20 to see if your picks prove accurate and watch the best women’s VALORANT teams in the world compete for glory.
