The Last Chance Qualifier (LCQ) will provide teams with one last chance to qualify for VALORANT's end-of-year world championship. It provides eight of EMEA's most consistent teams with the opportunity to compete in the forthcoming VCT Last Chance Qualifiers (LCQ) for last-minute qualification.
Valorant’s LCQ event overview
The LCQ (Last Chance Qualifier) event is a tournament that serves as the final opportunity for teams to earn a spot in the Valorant Champions Tour (VCT), which is the top-tier competitive circuit for the popular first-person shooter game Valorant. The LCQ event is typically held just before the start of the VCT and is open to teams that did not qualify through the VCT Challengers circuit, which is the second-tier competitive circuit for Valorant.
The LCQ event is a high-stakes tournament, as it is the final opportunity for teams to qualify for the VCT. The stakes are even higher for teams that have already lost in the VCT Challengers circuit, as they will not have another chance to qualify for the VCT if they lose in the LCQ event. Because of the high stakes, the LCQ event is often very competitive, with teams putting forth their best efforts in order to earn a spot in the VCT.
What does a team need to do to qualify for LCQ?
To qualify for the Valorant Champions Tour (VCT) LCQ (Last Chance Qualifier) event, a team must typically meet one of the following criteria:
The team did not qualify for the VCT through the VCT Challengers circuit, which is the second-tier competitive circuit for Valorant.
The team qualified for the VCT through the VCT Challengers circuit, but was not able to secure a spot in the VCT main event through the VCT Challengers Finals.
The team qualified for the VCT through the VCT Challengers circuit, but was not able to attend the VCT main event due to unforeseen circumstances (e.g. COVID-19 travel restrictions).
It is important to note that the criteria for qualifying for the LCQ event can vary depending on the region and the specific details of the VCT. It is always best to check with the relevant tournament organizers or check their website for the most up-to-date information on how to qualify for the LCQ event.
What is the format for Valorant’s LCQ?
The format of the Valorant Champions Tour (VCT) LCQ (Last Chance Qualifier) event can vary depending on the region and the specific details of the VCT. However, the LCQ event is typically structured as a single-elimination bracket or a double-elimination bracket, in which teams compete in a series of matches against each other in order to advance to the next round of the tournament.
In a single-elimination bracket, teams are eliminated from the tournament after one loss. In a double-elimination bracket, teams are eliminated from the tournament after two losses, but they are given a second chance to continue competing in the tournament through a separate, lower bracket.
The LCQ event is usually played over the course of several days, with matches being held at regular intervals. The number of teams participating in the LCQ event can vary, but it typically consists of a large number of teams that are competing for a smaller number of spots in the VCT. It is important to note that the format of the LCQ event can change from one VCT to the next.
FAQs
Q. What does LCQ stand for in Valorant?
A. In the context of the Valorant Champions Tour (VCT), LCQ stands for Last Chance Qualifier. The LCQ event is a tournament that serves as the final opportunity for teams to earn a spot in the VCT, which is the top-tier competitive circuit for the popular first-person shooter game Valorant.
