The VCT Champions 2025 Pick’Ems are officially live, giving fans the chance to predict which teams will perform best in the playoffs. Here’s everything you need to know, including Pley.gg’s recommended picks for the first round and beyond.
What Are Pick’Ems?
Pick’Ems is a system where players predict the results of the Valorant Champions Tour (VCT). Participants can rank group positions, guess which teams will advance to playoffs, or predict playoff outcomes. Correct predictions earn points, and top performers may receive exclusive rewards:
Participation: ¡Eureka! Spray
Top 50%: G.O.A.T. Buddy
Top 20%: Pick’Ems Master: G.O.A.T. Buddy + extra buddy
Perfect Picks: 100% Title
Pick’Ems can be completed in-game via the Esports tab or on the Valorant Esports website. Players receive immediate cosmetic rewards for participation, and perfect picks earn the coveted 100% Title.
Community factions also play a role, with points earned contributing to faction scores. Top performers in winning factions may receive a buddy, player card, or spray.
VCT Champions 2025 Playoff Bracket
Here’s how the groups broke down heading into playoffs:
Group A
| Team | Status |
|---|---|
| PRX | — |
| GX | Advances to playoffs ▲ |
| XLG | Eliminated ▼ |
| Sentinels | Eliminated ▼ |
Group B
| Team | Status |
|---|---|
| FNC | — |
| MIBR | Advances to playoffs ▲ |
| RRQ | Eliminated ▼ |
| BLG | Eliminated ▼ |
Group C
| Team | Status |
|---|---|
| NRG | Advances to playoffs ▲ |
| DRX | Advances to playoffs ▲ |
| TL | Eliminated ▼ |
| EDG | Eliminated ▼ |
Group D
| Team | Status |
|---|---|
| TH | Advances to playoffs ▲ |
| G2 | Advances to playoffs ▲ |
| T1 | Eliminated ▼ |
| DRG | Eliminated ▼ |
A total of 440 points could be earned in Pick’Ems, with 160 points from group predictions alone. Scoring is based on placement accuracy:
- Correct advancing team & placement: +18 points
- Correct advancing team, wrong placement: +16 points
- Correct eliminated team & placement: +2 points
- Correct eliminated team, wrong placement: 0 points
- Incorrect advancing or eliminated teams: 0 points
Pley.gg Recommended VCT Champions Pick’Ems
Upper Bracket
Upper Quarterfinals
| Match | Winner (Prediction) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Fnatic vs DRX | Fnatic | Fnatic’s map pool and consistent play make them favorites over DRX. |
| Paper Rex vs G2 | Paper Rex | Paper Rex has strong map proficiency; G2 may struggle early. |
| Team Heretics vs MIBR | Team Heretics | TH is in excellent form with a strong map pool. |
| NRG vs GiantX | NRG | NRG’s consistency and playoff experience give them the edge. |
Upper Semifinals
| Match | Winner (Prediction) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Fnatic vs Paper Rex | Paper Rex | Paper Rex’s depth across maps gives them a slight advantage. |
| Team Heretics vs NRG | NRG | NRG’s versatility and map control make them favorites against TH. |
Upper Final
| Match | Winner (Prediction) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Paper Rex vs NRG | NRG | NRG’s consistent form and adaptability across maps make them favorites to advance to Grand Final. |
Lower Bracket
Lower Round 1
| Match | Winner (Prediction) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| DRX vs G2 Esports | DRX | DRX has strong form and a solid map pool, giving them the edge. |
| MIBR vs GiantX | MIBR | MIBR is consistent and experienced; expected to beat GiantX. |
Lower Round 2
| Match | Winner (Prediction) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Team Heretics vs DRX | DRX | DRX continues their momentum from Lower Round 1 and their map pool advantage. |
| Fnatic vs MIBR | Fnatic | Fnatic remains stronger based on form and playoff experience. |
Lower Round 3
| Match | Winner (Prediction) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| DRX vs Fnatic | DRX | DRX’s momentum and superior map pool help them reach the Lower Bracket Final. |
Lower Bracket Final
| Match | Winner (Prediction) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| DRX vs Paper Rex | Paper Rex | Paper Rex’s aggressive playstyle and strong map pool give them the edge over DRX. |
Grand Final
| Match | Winner (Prediction) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| NRG vs Paper Rex | NRG | NRG’s consistency, map versatility, and strong individual performances give them the championship edge. |
Pick’Ems Tips
- Focus on map knowledge. Some teams excel on specific maps like Corrode or Abyss.
- Look at past performance in international and regional tournaments for guidance.
- Consider synergy with teammates; high form on one map may not translate across all maps.
- Don’t aim for perfect picks; predicting every match correctly is nearly impossible.
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