Sport · Singapore Bureau
Evo Singapore fighting games championship postponed to January 2027
The inaugural regional iteration of the prestigious Evo tournament has been rescheduled, with organisers confirming a January 2027 launch date for the three-day event. The competition will feature a combined prize pool of US$125,000 across five fighting game titles.
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Evo Singapore, the first iteration of the world-renowned fighting games championship to be held in the region, will now take place in January 2027, marking a shift from its originally scheduled dates. The postponement underscores organisers' commitment to establishing a robust competitive ecosystem in Southeast Asia's gaming landscape.
The tournament will span three days of competition across five fighting game disciplines, with a total purse of US$125,000 distributed among participants. The prize allocation reflects efforts to attract top-tier talent from across Asia and beyond to compete for substantial rewards.
Evo has long been recognised as one of the premier global platforms for fighting game esports, drawing competitors and spectators from around the world. The Singapore edition represents a significant expansion of the brand's footprint in Asia, capitalising on the region's growing interest in competitive gaming and esports infrastructure.
Organisers have not provided detailed statements regarding the reasons for the rescheduling. The January 2027 date positions the event as a marquee competition in the regional esports calendar, providing adequate preparation time for competitors and sufficient lead time for promotional activities.