Fortnite developer Epic Games will host the FNCS Global Championship 2025 on September 6 and 7, 2025, a two-day event in Lyon, France. The tournament features 33 trios competing for a prize pool of $2m and the title of World Champion.
The LDLC Arena in Lyon will host the finals, where 33 teams have earned their spots after months of qualifiers and regional play. The format features six matches per day across two days for a total of 12 matches, with placement and eliminations both counting toward the final tally. The top scoring trio after all matches will be crowned Global Champion.
Broadcast windows are set for early weekend starts – streams open at 6:45 am PT on both days, with the first competitive match listed to begin at 9:10 am PT. Each day runs six matches, and the final match on each day is scheduled around midday Pacific. Scoring combines placement and eliminations so consistency across all matches is rewarded. The event schedule has been published in local time conversions to help follow the action live.
| Time Zone | Coverage Start | First Match |
|---|---|---|
| Pacific Time (PT) | 06:45 | 09:10 |
| Central Time (CT) | 08:45 | 11:10 |
| Eastern Time (ET) | 09:45 | 12:10 |
| British Summer Time (BST) | 14:45 | 17:10 |
| Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) | 23:45 | 02:10 |
Fans can watch live on Twitch and YouTube or join the action inside the game via the official Fortnite Island. The main streams are available on Twitch and YouTube. Twitch viewers will be eligible for exclusive Twitch Drops, while in-game viewers can earn Hype Points, unlock island rewards, and experience the Rift Rumble mode tied to the FNCS event. The Fortnite Island code for the event is 2345-4055-3398.
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