Supercell has officially revealed the full roadmap for the 2026 Brawl Stars esports season, outlining a busy year of online competition, international LAN events, and a season-ending World Finals. The announcement was shared on January 26, with the publisher confirming that the Brawl Stars Championship will once again be open to all players through in-game qualification.
Here is the 2026 Roadmap! 🗺️
See you at the Championship Challenge this weekend! 🔥#BSC26 pic.twitter.com/hfvdPHvK2z
— Brawl Stars Esports (@Brawl_esports) January 26, 2026
The 2026 roadmap sets the stage for one of the largest mobile esports circuits of the year, running from February through to November and featuring a total prize pool of $2 million distributed across the season.
How The 2026 Brawl Stars Championship Works
The upcoming season will follow a familiar but refined structure designed to keep the competition accessible while rewarding consistent performance. Players can qualify through the in-game Championship Challenge, where teams must earn 15 wins before suffering three losses to advance.
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Teams that clear this stage move on to the Monthly Qualifiers, with the top eight squads progressing to the Monthly Finals. These finals award both prize money and leaderboard points, which play a crucial role in determining qualification for major international events later in the year.
Spring Split And Summer Split Explained
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The 2026 season will be divided into two main segments. The Spring Split will run across February, March, and April, followed by the Summer Split taking place in June, July, and August. During each month, teams will compete within their regions to earn points and secure their place in international tournaments.
The Spring Split will culminate in the Brawl Cup, scheduled for May 2026. Meanwhile, the Summer Split will conclude with the Last Chance Qualifier in October, giving teams one final shot at reaching the biggest stage of the year.
LAN Events And World Finals Details
Supercell has confirmed three in-person events throughout the season, all of which will be hosted in locations new to Brawl Stars esports. While specific venues have not yet been announced, the LAN events are set to take place between May and October, leading into the World Finals in November.
The World Finals will once again serve as the climax of the season, bringing together the best teams from around the globe to compete for the largest share of the prize pool.
Prize Pool And Regional Competition
The 2026 Brawl Stars Championship will feature a total prize pool of $2 million, making it one of the most lucrative mobile esports circuits currently running. Prize money will be spread across monthly competitions, international events, and the World Finals.
As with previous seasons, the ecosystem will include five competitive regions, covering EMEA, the Americas, APAC, and China. This regional structure ensures players worldwide have a clear pathway from in-game qualifiers to the highest level of competition.
Brawl Stars Esports Continues To Grow
Following the strong performance of the 2024 World Finals and continued global interest in 2025, Brawl Stars has firmly established itself as one of the leading mobile esports titles. The open qualification system remains a key part of its appeal, allowing everyday players to compete against top-tier teams on the world stage.
In December 2025, Supercell also partnered with BLAST to operate the Brawl Stars esports ecosystem, a move that signals further investment and long-term stability for the competitive scene.
With a clear roadmap, major international events, and millions on the line, the 2026 Brawl Stars Championship is shaping up to be a standout year for mobile esports.