VALORANT Champions Shanghai 2026: Drops, Pick’Ems and Shotcall Rewards
Champions Shanghai brings the world’s best VALORANT teams together to compete for the 2026 world title. Fans can join in through broadcast Drops, Pick’Ems predictions and live Shotcall challenges, with in-game rewards available across the tournament.
Champions Shanghai Twitch Drops
Watch the live broadcast for at least 30 minutes during Groups or Playoffs to earn the “Prepared” Title. Watch for at least 30 minutes during the Grand Final to earn the “Stamp of Approval” Spray.
Shotcall Rewards
Shotcall lets you predict maps, rounds and key moments while watching the official VCT broadcast on Twitch desktop. Correct predictions earn points throughout Champions Shanghai.
| Reward | Requirement |
|---|---|
| “The Catch” Title | Earn 50 Shotcall points during the tournament |
| Crab Buddy Gun Buddy | Earn 300 Shotcall points during the tournament |
| Trophy Player Card | Finish in the top 3% of any map during the tournament |
Shotcall is available on desktop through the official VCT Twitch broadcast.
Champions Shanghai Pick’Ems Dates
Pick’Ems powered by AWS lets you predict tournament results and earn points for correct picks. You can make your selections in the VALORANT client or at valorantesports.com/pickems, then compare results with your friends as the tournament progresses.
| Stage | Picks open | Picks lock |
|---|---|---|
| Groups | September 10 at 7:00 AM PT on the web and 8:00 AM PT in the VALORANT client | September 24 at approximately 2:10 AM PT |
| Playoffs | October 4, after the Draw Show confirms the matchups | October 7 at approximately 2:10 AM PT |
Each lock time is approximately 10 minutes after the first game of that stage begins.
Pick’Ems Rewards
| Achievement | Reward |
|---|---|
| Participate | “Calculated” Title |
| Finish in the top 50% | Stone of Heaven Gun Buddy |
| Finish in the top 20% | Pick’Ems Master: Stone of Heaven Gun Buddy |
| Make perfect picks | “100%” Title |
Rewards are cumulative. If you finish in the top 20%, you also receive the top 50% and participation rewards.
Who Can Play Pick’Ems?
Champions Shanghai Pick’Ems requires a valid Riot Account. It is unavailable in Cuba, Iran, North Korea, Crimea, Donetsk, Luhansk, Sudan, Venezuela, Syria, China, Quebec and Myanmar, as well as any other region where the offer is void. Prize and reward eligibility may also vary under local regulations.
