The 2025 King Pro League (KPL) Grand Finals for Honor of Kings came to a stunning close at Beijing’s iconic National Stadium, better known as the Bird’s Nest. Chengdu All Gamers (AG) claimed the championship title and walked away with 20 million RMB (USD 2.8 million) in prize money. The total prize pool reached 70 million RMB (USD 9.8 million), making it one of the largest in mobile esports history.

A Historic Moment for Mobile Esports

This year’s KPL Grand Finals marked a milestone for the esports world. It was the first time a mobile esports tournament was ever held inside the Bird’s Nest. The event drew 62,196 fans, officially attempting the GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS title for the Largest Attendance for an Esports Match.

In addition, the production scale was massive. Organizers built a 7,000m² panoramic LED setup and a 128-meter-long main stage, creating an unforgettable visual experience. These elements showcased just how far mobile esports presentation has come.

The championship match featured a showdown between Chengdu All Gamers (AG) and Wolves Esports, the ten-time champions. The two teams clashed in a thrilling best-of-seven Global Ban & Pick + Ultimate Battle format. In the end, AG secured a 4–2 victory to seal the championship.

AG’s Yinuo delivered an outstanding performance and was crowned Finals MVP (FMVP). To honor their achievement, AG will receive several exclusive rewards: a custom FMVP skin, a team signature skin, an in-game avatar frame, and a limited-time team voice line—permanently marking their success in Honor of Kings history.

The Growing Global Reach of KPL

Over the years, the King Pro League has become the world’s most-watched esports league, with more than 250 million unique viewers in 2025 alone. Its 18 city-based clubs are deeply tied to local cultures, helping the KPL connect fans on a personal level. With each season, the league continues to push mobile esports to new heights of engagement and global influence.

Honor of Kings International Championship 2025

Following the Grand Finals, attention now turns to the Honor of Kings International Championship (KIC 2025). The event will take place in Manila, Philippines, from November 14–30, featuring a US$1,000,000 prize pool.

The tournament will unfold across two major venues — the Shooting Gallery (Nov 14–23) for the early rounds, and the Activity Center at Ayala Malls Manila Bay (Nov 28–30) for the Knockout Stage and Grand Finals.

A total of 16 elite teams from around the world will compete for the championship crown:

● Blacklist International
● BOOM Esports
● Elevate
● ACT Esports Club
● Homebois X Black Shrew Esport
● Nova Esports
● Alpha Gaming
● Bigetron by Vitality
● Kagendra
● Vesakha Esports
● Loops
● Alpha7 Esports
● Nongshim RedForce
● OG Esports
● Twisted Minds
● Rex Regum Qeon

As with the KPL, the winner of KIC 2025 will receive an exclusive FMVP skin to commemorate their triumph. Fans can also look forward to a new Jing KIC Esports skin to celebrate this global showdown.

Honor of Kings Wins Big at Green Game Jam Awards 2025

Beyond competition, Honor of Kings continues to make an impact in the broader gaming world. On November 6, during the Green Game Jam Awards 2025 in London, the game received the Trailblazer Award.

The award recognizes creative design that integrates sustainability into gameplay. Judges praised Honor of Kings for its bold, multi-phase approach that highlights nature and environmental balance as core themes. This initiative was part of Playing for the Planet, supported by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP).

About Honor of Kings

Developed by TiMi Studio Group, Honor of Kings is the world’s most popular mobile MOBA, boasting over 200 million registered players and 100 million daily active users. The game is renowned for its detailed character design and original soundtrack composed by legends such as Hans Zimmer, Joe Hisaishi, and Howard Shore.

Built on a free-to-play, fair-to-win philosophy, Honor of Kings rewards skill and strategy over spending. It also supports a vibrant global esports ecosystem that ranges from amateur tournaments to elite professional leagues.

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