The Asia Pacific Predator League 2026 has wrapped up in New Delhi with two days of intense esports action, live entertainment, and immersive gaming experiences at the Bharat Mandapam Convention Centre. The tournament brought together top teams from across the region, passionate fans, and leading artists, creating one of Asia Pacific’s most memorable esports celebrations.
Teams Myth Avenue Gaming and Fancy United Esports emerged as champions in DOTA 2 and VALORANT respectively after a series of closely contested matches. Myth Avenue Gaming claimed the DOTA 2 grand finals, while Fancy United Esports secured the VALORANT title with standout gameplay that energized the arena. Rekonix and Boom Esports finished as runners up, delivering strong performances and holding their ground until the final moments of the competition.
Prize Pool and Individual Honors
The Predator League 2026 featured a total prize pool of USD 400,000, making it one of the most rewarding esports tournaments in the Asia Pacific region. Each champion team took home USD 65,000, while the runners up in both DOTA 2 and VALORANT received USD 20,000. Individual excellence was also recognized, with egxrdemxn named MVP for DOTA 2 and Twilight named MVP for VALORANT, each earning USD 10,000 for their outstanding performances.
Star Studded Entertainment Lineup
The esports action was complemented by a powerful artist lineup that kept the energy high inside the venue across both days. Day one featured an opening performance by Nikhita Gandhi and a high energy closing act by KRSNA that resonated with fans and players alike. On day two, Asees Kaur opened the show, leading into a grand finale performance by Raftaar that fused gaming culture, music, and fan excitement into a single unforgettable experience.
Immersive Predator Experience Zones
Beyond the main stage, visitors explored immersive Predator Experience Zones showcasing Acer’s latest AI powered laptops and desktops, VR gaming setups, creator booths, and interactive demo stations. The venue featured skill based challenge arenas and esports mini tournaments that allowed fans to test their abilities and engage with gaming hardware first hand. With strong participation from students, influencers, creators, and families, the event delivered a festival like atmosphere that went beyond traditional competition.
Leadership Presence and Special Guests
The finale was attended by key Acer leaders, including Andrew Hou, President of Pan Asia Pacific Operations, Acer, and Harish Kohli, President and Managing Director, Acer India, along with members of Acer’s Asia Pacific leadership team. Adding to the significance of the event, Honourable Shri Mandipalli Ramprasad Reddy, Minister for Transport, Youth Services and Sports, Government of Andhra Pradesh, also graced the occasion. Their presence underscored the growing importance of esports as a mainstream entertainment and competitive platform in the region.
Statements from Acer Leadership
Andrew Hou highlighted how the Predator League 2026 once again demonstrated the power of esports to unite talent, passion, and innovation from across Asia Pacific. He emphasized that hosting the finale in India marked a major milestone, with fans bringing unmatched energy to the arena and reinforcing the strength of the regional esports ecosystem. He also reaffirmed Predator’s commitment to supporting players, communities, and gaming technology that push competitive standards higher every year.
Harish Kohli echoed this sentiment, noting that the Predator League 2026 APAC Finale showcased India’s rise as a global esports destination. He pointed to world class performances, strong fan response, and an electrifying atmosphere as proof that India is playing a key role in the future of competitive gaming. He added that Acer remains committed to empowering gamers with advanced technology and platforms like the Predator League that enable them to compete at the highest levels.
A Leading Esports Property in Asia Pacific
Since its inception in 2018, the Predator League has evolved into one of Asia Pacific’s most influential esports properties, consistently attracting top teams and rising stars from across the region. The 2026 edition saw participation from 14 regions, once again highlighting the depth of gaming talent and the growing competitive spirit in Asia Pacific. The event celebrated not only the champions but also the wider gaming community, whose enthusiasm continues to drive the growth of esports.
Final Results and Prize Highlights
Champions
Fancy United Esports VALORANT USD 65,000
Myth Avenue Gaming DOTA 2 USD 65,000
Runners Up
Boom Esports VALORANT USD 20,000
Rekonix DOTA 2 USD 20,000
Second Runners Up
IAM Interactive Philippines USD 7,500
Xipto Atlantis 2.0 USD 7,500
Intel MVP Awards
Twilight VALORANT MVP USD 10,000
egxrdemxn DOTA 2 MVP USD 10,000
All Star Team Awards
All Star Duelist Bunny USD 2,000
All Star Controller Hotsauz USD 2,000
All Star Initiator Sunday USD 2,000
All Star Sentinel SungSin USD 2,000
All Star Flex Doenmo USD 2,000
All Star Carry Jikroy USD 2,000
All Star Mid inYourdream USD 2,000
All Star Offlaner Fbz USD 2,000
All Star Support dalul USD 2,000
All Star Hard Support award recipient USD 2,000
A Celebration of Esports and Innovation
As the Asia Pacific Predator League 2026 APAC Finale concludes, Acer celebrates the champion teams, the dedicated players, and the passionate gaming community that helped make this edition a success. The event highlighted the powerful connection between esports, technology, and entertainment and reinforced the role of the Predator League as a platform that drives the future of competitive gaming in Asia Pacific.
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