SCS 2026 Grand Finals to Be Held in Chengdu!

Summary

SNK announced that the Grand Finals of the SNK Championship Series 2026 (SCS 2026) will take place in Chengdu, China, from October 16 to 18. This marks the first time the SCS Grand Finals will be held in Southwest China, following previous editions in Shanghai and Beijing, underscoring SNK's continued expansion of its fighting game esports scene in China. Chengdu, known for its vibrant esports culture and active player community, has hosted numerous major tournaments and is an ideal venue for this global showdown. The tournament will feature two official 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 RMB, while The King of Fighters XV champion will take home 120,000 RMB. The substantial prizes are expected to attract top fighting game players from around the world. Since the SCS series kicked off in March, the qualifiers have already generated significant buzz, and the Chengdu finals will not only energize the local fighting game community but also boost the genre's popularity across China. For players, this is a rare chance to experience top-tier competition up close; for the industry, SNK's choice reflects a broader trend of major esports events moving into new-tier cities, potentially driving local esports industry growth. More details about…