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BLAST to produce FNCS Invitational 2022 as Fortnite returns to in-person events

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4 years ago

October 12, 2022

BLAST will produce and deliver Fortnite’s return to in-person events with November’s FNCS Invitational 2022 (November 12-13) set to take place in Raleigh, North Carolina, USA.

The FNCS Invitational will feature some of the best duos players from around the world at the Raleigh Convention Center to compete for a share of the $1,000,000 prize pool and a shot at global glory. More details on the tournament format and schedule will be shared soon.

The announcement is an expansion of BLAST’s year-long partnership with Fortnite Competitive to produce and deliver all FNCS Seasons in 2022, following on from the successes of 2021’s FNCS All-Star Showdown and FNCS Grand Royale events.

Leo Matlock, MD for Development at BLAST, said: “The return of in-person Fortnite events is a pivotal moment for the FNCS community and BLAST is hugely proud to be able to support in making this happen. Having the opportunity to deliver such a highly-anticipated event further strengthens our partnership with the Fortnite Competitive team. This partnership between BLAST and Fortnite Competitive has been built on bringing together first-class technology, industry-leading production and esports expertise. We’re excited at the prospect of thousands of fans being able to experience Fortnite in-person again and can’t wait to deliver an unforgettable two-day tournament in Raleigh, North Carolina in November.”

BLAST works with some of the world’s best game publishers and brands to elevate their properties into engaging experiences. The esports entertainment company brings together the best of BLAST’s industry-leading technology, high-end ‘fan-first’ production values and a big dose of broadcast, events and entertainment experiences to create deeper and richer relationships with fans, fame and glory.

For more information about BLAST head to: about.blast.tv

For tickets to attend the FNCS Invitational 2022 in-person, visit: fn.gg/Tickets

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Epic Games and BLAST bring 2026 Fortnite Global Championship to Antwerp

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4 days ago

June 2, 2026

Wladimir P.

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Epic Games and BLAST will host the 2026 Fortnite Global Championship in Antwerp, Belgium, on September 26-27, marking the FNCS season finale at Lotto Arena.

Epic and BLAST said the event brings the Fortnite competitive circuit and BLAST to Antwerp for the first time. The announcement was made at the Fortnite Major 1 Summit in Düsseldorf, Germany.

A $2,000,000 USD prize pool will be at stake, alongside the FNCS Global Championship trophy crafted by silverware artisan Thomas Lyte.

Epic and BLAST positioned Antwerp—located in the Benelux region—as a travel-friendly destination for fans coming from Belgium, the Netherlands, France and Germany. Ticket information is available via the venue listing.

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Team Vitality sweeps NAVI 3-0 to win BLAST Rivals Spring 2026

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1 month ago

May 4, 2026

Wladimir P.

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Team Vitality won BLAST Rivals Spring 2026 in Fort Worth, Texas, defeating Natus Vincere 3-0 in the Counter-Strike 2 grand final, according to the organisation’s announcement.

BLAST Rivals Spring 2026 featured eight teams and a $350,000 prize pool. Vitality opened with a 2-1 win over FUT Esports, then beat G2 2-1 in the group winner’s match to book a semifinal spot.

In the semifinals, Vitality moved past GamerLegion 2-0 to reach the final, where it completed a clean sweep of NAVI.

Mathieu “ZywOo” Herbaut was named tournament MVP. Vitality also positioned the result as its fifth title of the season and noted it followed its IEM Rio victory and a record of two ESL Grand Slam titles.

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Fortnite Championship Series Major 1 Summit heads to Düsseldorf for the first time

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3 months ago

February 26, 2026

Wladimir P.

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Epic Games and BLAST have today announced that the first Fortnite Championship Series (FNCS) LAN of the year is heading to Düsseldorf, Germany for the very first time.

The Fortnite Major 1 Summit will take place live inside the PSD Bank Dome on May 30 and 31, 2026. In the heart of Western Germany, Fortnite will take over the state-of-the-art PSD Bank Dome Arena, home of the Düsseldorfer EG hockey team, for two days of thrilling Fortnite action.

The top duos from all seven regions will battle live to be crowned Fortnite Major 1 Summit champions, take home a share of the $1,000,000 prize pool, and secure a spot at the Fortnite Global Championship later this year.

As one of Europe’s largest gaming markets and a frequent host of international esports tournaments, Germany has long played a central role in the global competitive scene. Located in the country’s most populous state and one of its most connected regions, Düsseldorf provides a fitting backdrop for the first FNCS LAN of the competitive season.

Tickets go on general sale March 2 at 4 AM ET / 10 AM CET on Eventim. More ticket information can be found here: Eventim Fortnite Major 1 Summit

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