Solo Leveling: Arise's inaugural global tournament, the SLC 2025, concluded with a thrilling finale on April 12th at Ivex Studio in Korea. This event showcased top-tier competition in the Battlefield of Time mode, drawing massive attention with tickets selling out in less than a minute and thousands more fans watching online.
The tournament featured sixteen finalists, with eight from each of the International and Asia Leagues, representing regions including Asia, Europe, North America, and South America. After a series of intense matches, the competition narrowed down to four exceptional players. Ultimately, OhReung emerged victorious, conquering four battlefields in an impressive 2 minutes and 57 seconds to claim the title of the first official global Solo Leveling: Arise champion.
OhReung's triumph earned him a substantial prize of KRW 10 million and an LG gram Pro 360 laptop. The runner-up and third-place finishers were also rewarded handsomely, receiving KRW 7 million and KRW 3 million respectively, along with LG UltraGear™ gaming monitors.
The SLC 2025 was not just about the competition; it was a celebration of the Solo Leveling: Arise community. The event featured live giveaways and redemption codes, enhancing the fan experience and showcasing the game's strong debut on the global esports stage. Future tournaments promise even more excitement and engagement.
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In a heartfelt statement, OhReung expressed gratitude for his victory, saying: "I’m deeply honoured to share this shining moment of becoming a world champion with everyone. As a gesture of support, I will be donating half of my prize money to aid those affected by the recent wildfires in Korea."
In other news, Solo Leveling: Arise recently rolled out an update featuring a new SSR water-type hunter, coinciding with the game surpassing 60 million downloads. For more details, be sure to visit the official website.