Since 2025, Vietnamese League of Legends teams have transitioned from the Vietnam Championship Series (VCS) to the broader League of Legends Championship Pacific (LCP). This regional tournament brings together representatives from Vietnam, Taiwan, Japan, and Oceania.

While the VCS served as the sole measure of domestic strength, the LCP now gauges Vietnamese teams against the region. Therefore, the LCP championship signifies more than just a title; it directly impacts international standing, World Championship qualification, and the image of Vietnamese esports on the global League of Legends stage.

Vietnam boasts one of the largest League of Legends fan bases in the region. Unlike Japan or Taiwan, where viewership primarily focuses on major tournaments, Vietnam sees substantial online viewership even for domestic matches.

Consequently, community expectations are high. Fans not only want to see their teams on the international stage but also expect compelling performances and results that justify the investment and passion they pour into the game.

However, recent results for Vietnamese teams haven't met these expectations. Disappointing performances in the LCP have significantly impacted Vietnam's World Championship representation. Previously, with two slots during the VCS era, Vietnam now has only one opportunity to participate in the biggest tournament of the year.

This reduction puts pressure on Vietnamese teams to win the LCP to maintain their standing. An LCP title not only secures a spot in the World Championship group stage but also demonstrates to Riot Games and the international community that Vietnam remains a competitive region deserving continued representation.

Failure in the LCP could relegate Vietnam to the World Championship play-in stage, or worse, complete absence. This would severely damage the image of Vietnamese League of Legends on the global esports stage. A region once praised for its aggressive and unpredictable playstyle risks fading into obscurity if absent from the year's biggest event.

Conversely, an LCP championship would be a significant boost. It would restore fan confidence, affirm the strength of Vietnamese teams, attract sponsors, and increase player value. Furthermore, regular competition against experienced teams from developed esports scenes like Taiwan and Japan would allow Vietnamese teams to learn, improve tactics, and keep pace with the evolving global meta.

The LCP isn't merely a new tournament; it's a crucial turning point for Vietnamese esports. Winning the LCP means securing a World Championship spot, maintaining fan confidence, and preserving the legacy of Vietnamese League of Legends. Failure, however, risks losing ground and hindering future growth.

Trong Trung