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JAPAN KNOCKOUT Presented by PLAYBRAIN
オンライン予選 Day 1End
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Shibuya eStadium (シブヤeスタジアム)
8F NMF Shibuya Koen-dori Building
20-17 Udagawacho, Shibuya, Tokyo 150-0042
Shibuya eStation Website
Event
The "JAPAN Knockout Presented by PLAYBRAIN" (JPKO) is Japan's first community tournament supported by Riot Games for the new fighting game 2XKO.
JPKO is supported by Riot Games through their global initiative called "FIRST IMPACT." This event is managed and run by PLAYBRAIN. Those who advance from the online qualifiers will battle for the title of Japan's Strongest at an offline event on November 23, 2025 in Shibuya, Tokyo.
Schedule
JPKO consists of two stages: Online Qualifiers and Finals (Offline).
Online Qualifiers
Registration Limit：256November8(Sat)Day 1
CompletedTop 256 〜 Top64
Casters
syouryuCaster
立川Caster
November9(Sun)Day 2
CompletedTop 64 〜 Top 8
Casters
立川Caster
ふり〜だCaster
Finals (Offline Event in Shibuya)
8 players / teams from the online qualifiers advance to compete in the finalsNovember23(Sun)
CompletedOffline event at: eStadium (シブヤeスタジアム), Shibuya, Tokyo.
8 players / teams will compete in the finals, battling for the title of Japan’s Strongest
Casters
立川解説
ハメコ。実況
Schedule
12:00Opening12:15Team and player introductions12:30Gameplay starts14:20Interval (20min)14:40Gameplay continues*16:20Interval (20min)16:40Losers Semi-Final, Losers Finals, Grand Final*
*Event will be conducted on a rolling schedule. Times may vary
*This event will not have a queue formation. Please be aware that you cannot line up even if you arrive before the opening time.
Watch the finals in person @ Shibuya, Tokyo!
A chance to get limited edition JPKO swag, play and interact with the communitySolo Fighter Pass: ￥3,000 (Incl. tax)
Duo Fighter Pass : ￥5,000 (Incl. tax)
All attendees receive:
JPKO Knockout Towels
A Can of Red Bull・Energy Drink
JPKO Lucky Draw with a chance to win:
Join us for an exclusive lottery event just for attendees, players, influencers, and cosplayers! With around 110 participants, we’ve lined up some amazing prizes for you.
Venue
Casters
JPKO Guidelines
For more information, please see the JPKO GuidebookNever miss an update! Stay up-to-date on the latest event information and more on social media.
Teams & Players
Meet the 8 teams/players competing in the finals
Learn the stories, strategies, and personalities behind the talent.
Results
🏆 After an intense battle, the champion is — ikoan!
An amazing performance, and the excitement truly shook the audience.
Ikoan won the 2XKO Japan Knockout!
The finals for “2XKO JAPAN KNOCKOUT Presented by PLAYBRAIN” concluded on Sunday, November 23, 2025, with the player “ikoan” taking first place.
2XKO Japan Knockout (JPKO) 2025 Top 8
Prizes
Prize Breakdown: What You Could Win!
The total prize money for this tournament is $5,000 (approximately 750,000 yen). Breakdown 1st place: $2,000 (approximately ¥300,000) 2nd place: $1,500 (approximately ¥225,000) 3rd place: $600 (approximately ¥90,000) 4th place: $300 (approximately ¥45,000) 5th place (2 teams): $200 (approximately ¥30,000) 7th place (2 teams): $100 (approximately ¥15,000) *Based on an exchange rate of 1 dollar = 150 yen. *Prizes will be paid in Japanese yen at the rate applicable at the time of transfer. Duo Special Bonus $2,500 (¥350,000) Should the team/player secure victory, they will unlock a massive $2,500 (approx. ¥350,000) Special Bonus, stacked on top of the existing prize pool. 'Duo' is more than just a team format—it is the cornerstone of 2XKO's strategy and appeal, showcasing the deepest levels of teamwork.
Broadcast
November 8 - 23, 2025・Competition days: 3
Sponsors
Razer
Gaming Chair and Headset PartnerRazer provides cutting-edge products supported by professional players around the world. The latest eSports headset "Razer BlackShark V3 Pro" and the ergonomic gaming chair "Razer Iskur V2" are offered to players and casters as tournament equipment, supporting the competitive environment.
RazerGameSir
Controller PartnerGameSir will be offering reliable gaming controllers with anti-stick drift technology, ergonomic design, and cross-platform compatibility as prizes for tournament content.
GameSirRed Bull ・Energy Drink
Drink PartnerRed Bull, renowned globally among top athletes, busy professionals, active students, and long-distance drivers, will be offering its celebrated Energy Drink at the JPKO event. Red Bull Energy Drink, sold by Red Bull Japan Co., Ltd., will be distributed to all JPKO visitors, giving them wings.
Red Bull ・Energy DrinkTAIYORO
Website PartnerTAIYORO, Japanese for “lets have a good game”, is a platform for sharing information about game events in Japan. Covering primarily esports, streamer events and related game content, you can find schedules for game events, major tournaments, and community cups. Stay up-to-date on what is happening, check out exclusive interviews, and join the fun with interactive content like Pick’em.
TAIYOROFUTAROKU
Merchandize PartnerFUTAROKU (“26 o’clock”) is an online select shop rooted in gaming culture, created by gamers for gamers. We offer a range of products including apparel, figures, toys, desk mats and accessories. We have a passion for items that make your gaming life more enjoyable. See you at 26:00 (2:00 AM)
FUTAROKUNews
2025-12-032XKO二冠王・いこあん選手が語る、“研究と挑戦”で切り拓くアジア代表への道 【TAIYORO INTERVIEW】
2025-11-27ikoan選手が2XKO Japan Knockoutの王座を獲得！
2025-11-13「2XKO JAPAN KNOCKOUT Presented by PLAYBRAIN」オフライン大会情報公開
2025-11-06「2XKO JAPAN KNOCKOUT Presented by PLAYBRAIN」、パートナーに『Razer』『FUTAROKU』『TAIYORO』が決定
2025-10-10新作格闘ゲーム、2XKO国内コミュニティ大会の第一弾情報公開
2025-09-25新作格闘ゲーム、2XKO国内コミュニティ大会の開催概要を発表
About
2XKO: The Next-Generation Fighting Game
2XKO is a free-to-play fighting game featuring the iconic champions from League of Legends. Fight solo or with a friend in explosive 2v2 showdowns, mastering a range of powerful tag mechanics to take down the enemy duo.