Fortnite’s FNCS Global Championship 2026 will unfold in Antwerp’s Lotto Arena on September 26‑27, pitting 50 top duos from around the world for a share of a $2 million prize pool.
Event Overview
The tournament adopts a strict dual‑day format, featuring six head‑to‑head matches that last 40 minutes each. Each stage opens with a spirited intermission and moves from Game 1 to Game 6 before wrapping up at 9:20 PM CEST.
The competition’s structure emphasizes a “Duos” format—two‑player teams navigate a No‑Build, 100‑player map, seeking elimination kills to advance against rival pairs. Epic Games’ Final Five structure ensures that every match counts.
Timings for All Time Zones
| Region / Time Zone | Livestream Begins | First Match (Game 1) |
|---|---|---|
| US (West) | 7:00 AM PDT | 8:00 AM PDT |
| Mexico | 8:00 AM CST | 9:00 AM CST |
| Canada (Central) | 9:00 AM CT | 10:00 AM CT |
| US (East) | 10:00 AM EDT | 11:00 AM EDT |
| Brazil | 11:00 AM BRT | 12:00 PM BRT |
| United Kingdom | 3:00 PM BST | 4:00 PM BST |
| Belgium | 4:00 PM CEST | 5:00 PM CEST |
| UAE | 6:00 PM GST | 7:00 PM GST |
| India | 7:30 PM IST | 8:30 PM IST |
| China | 10:00 PM CST | 11:00 PM CST |
| Japan / South Korea | 11:00 PM JST/KST | 12:00 AM JST/KST (Sept 27) |
| Australia | 12:00 AM AEST (Sept 27) | 1:00 AM AEST (Sept 27) |
| New Zealand | 2:00 AM NZST (Sept 27) | 3:00 AM NZST (Sept 27) |
All scheduled times apply to both September 26 and 27, ensuring viewers worldwide know exactly when to tune in.
Venue & Live Flow
Doors open at 3:00 PM CEST (9 AM ET) the day before the first match. The live show
- Pre‑Show: 4:00 PM CEST (10 AM ET)
- Game 1: 5:00 PM CEST (11 AM ET)
- Game 2: 5:40 PM CEST (11:40 AM ET)
- Game 3: 6:20 PM CEST (12:20 PM ET)
- Intermission: 7:00 PM CEST (1 PM ET)
- Game 4: 7:20 PM CEST (1:20 PM ET)
- Game 5: 8:00 PM CEST (2 PM ET)
- Game 6: 8:40 PM CEST (2:40 PM ET)
Closest to the end, the tournament concludes at 9:20 PM CEST (3:20 PM ET).
Streaming & Watch Options
Epic Games typically streams the FNCS on Twitch, where viewers who stay for a minimum 30‑minute block earn the FNCS Champion’s Chargers Kicks cosmetic item for free. Fans may also find additional links on Epic’s official outlets; all official streams will be confirmed closer to the event.
Image Credit: Epic Games
Countdown & Key Dates
As of the current announcement, the global start is set for September 26, 2026, at 10 AM ET / 4 PM CEST. A second day of competition follows the next evening, ending at 3:20 PM ET.
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