FPX rebranded its Chinese language VALORANT workforce on Jan. 9 in preparation for the sport’s official launch in China.
The group promoted ZHUQUE roster, its Chinese language VALORANT squad, to the primary workforce. Consequently, the workforce will now play underneath the FPX banner. “ZHUQUE will take over the banner of FPX VALORANT and proceed to compete within the VALORANT esports scene underneath the identify of FPX,” the announcement reads.
This transfer is most definitely a results of FPX not getting a franchising spot in any of the three worldwide leagues in VALORANT. From 2020 till November 2022, FPX fielded a European roster in quite a few competitions the world over. The squad claimed first place at VCT 2022: Stage Two Masters in Copenhagen and secured fourth place at VALORANT Champions 2022.
After the companions of the VALORANT franchised leagues have been unveiled, FPX launched its roster from their contracts on Nov. 7. Most of their former gamers from final yr have been signed by Natus Vincere, and can compete within the 2023 VCT EMEA League.
On Dec. 28, it was introduced that Riot Video games’ title might be accessible in China quickly. Consequently, official recreation servers might be arrange within the nation, permitting the home scene to be created and thrive. Till now, Chinese language gamers had to make use of a VPN to hook up with different servers.
With that in thoughts, it’s logical for FPX to advertise its Chinese language roster. With FPX having no luck find a franchising spot elsewhere, and the home scene on the verge of starting, it’s no shock the Chinese language group is searching for alternatives in its house nation.