Riot Games unveils VCT Pacific partnered teams for 2027

Inquirer.net - Oct 23, 2026

MANILA, Philippines – VALORANT Champions Tour (VCT) Pacific 2027 has unveiled the eight organizations that will each represent a region as a partnered team.  The list includes Crazy Raccoon, FULL SENSE, GAM Esports, Gen.G, Paper Rex, Rex Regum Qeon (RRQ), T1, and ZETA DIVISION, combining returning organizations with new additions to the league’s partnership program.

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