SNK Announces SCS 2026 Grand Finals in Chengdu with ¥1 Million Prize Pool

Summary

SNK officially announced today that the SCS 2026 (SNK Championship Series 2026) Grand Finals will be held in Chengdu, China, from October 16 to 18, 2026. Following Shanghai and Beijing, this marks the first time the SCS Grand Finals visits the southwestern region, choosing a city renowned for its rich esports culture and active player community. The event will feature two main competition titles: "Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves" and "The King of Fighters XV," with a total prize pool of ¥1 million RMB. The champion of "Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves" will receive ¥300,000, while the "The King of Fighters XV" champion will take home ¥120,000. This announcement is significant for fighting game players and the esports industry. As SNK's top-tier official tournament, landing in Chengdu not only gives local fighting game fans a chance to watch world-class matches up close but also helps boost the region's esports ecosystem. The substantial prize pool and dual-title format are expected to attract elite players from around the globe, raising the event's competitive level and entertainment value. Since starting the SCS season in March this year, SNK has continued to expand its brand through the series. Choosing Chengdu reflects the rise of western China's esports market and SNK's commitment to Chinese players. For fans, this is a much-anticipated fighting game spectacle that injects…