Earlier this year, we unveiled our vision for the next chapter of Overwatch Esports: the Overwatch Champions Series. It is designed to offer and cultivate an esports ecosystem that is more open – with anyone able to participate – always-on, regionally focused, providing experiences for participants and fans alike.
In continued pursuit of this vision, we are excited to announce that Calling All Heroes and Overwatch Collegiate will return this year, each offering additional opportunities for our community to engage in the thrill of competition and organized group play in unique ways.
Calling All Heroes will continue building an inclusive environment for everyone, focusing on equity, visibility and community support for marginalized genders.
Overwatch Collegiate will continue to offer premier national competition for North American Universities, where competitive players can represent their school across high stakes semester-long seasons or casual fans can get involved with their campus Overwatch communities.
To help make this vision a reality, we’re thrilled to partner with Raidiant on both Calling All Heroes and Overwatch Collegiate. Their experience and dedication to building compelling and inclusive gaming and esports communities make them the ideal collaborator for these programs.
Excited about what’s next? There’s a lot to cover, so here’s a quick outline of what to expect as you read on.
Calling All Heroes
2024 - 25 Calling All Heroes Challenger Series
Challenger Series Major & Minor Format & Circuit Points
Challenger Series LCQ & Championship Formats
Challenger Series Prizing
2024 - 25 Calling All Heroes Rising Series
Overwatch Collegiate
2024 Overwatch Collegiate
Spring 2024 Championship Format
Spring 2024 Championship Schedule
Spring 2024 Championship Prizing
Fall 2024 Homecoming Format
Fall 2024 Homecoming Schedule
Fall 2024 Homecoming Prizing
Where to Watch / How to get Involved
Social Platforms
Broadcast Platforms
Calling All Heroes Organizer Application
2024-25 CALLING ALL HEROES CHALLENGER SERIES
The Calling All Heroes (CAH) Challenger Series is the premier competitive destination for marginalized genders who want to show off and better their skills. This year’s competitive circuit starts in May and lasts until the end of the year, and will feature three Major events hosted by Raidiant, and three Minor events hosted by approved third-party organizers.
At the end of the year, top circuit point earning teams will be invited to compete in the Calling All Heroes Championship currently scheduled for February 2025. All other teams will still have a chance to qualify through a Last-Chance Qualifier in January 2025.
Here’s how the format will work:
Major and Minor tournaments will be open signup and progress through two stages. The top placing teams from each event will take home a cash prize and accumulate Circuit Points.
Stage 1 | Swiss
Open Signup
6 rounds of Swiss
First-to-two map wins matches
Top 8 teams advance to the Double Elimination Bracket
Stage 2 | Bracket
8 teams
Double Elimination Bracket
Bracket seeding based on Swiss Stage Placements
First-to-two & First-to-three map wins matches
After the completion of the 2024 Majors and Minors, the 14 teams with the most Circuit Points will be directly invited to the 2024-2025 Calling All Heroes Championship in February 2025. The remaining two Championship invite slots will be granted to the top teams from the Last-Chance Qualifier (LCQ).
LAST CHANCE QUALIFIER FORMAT
Double Elimination Bracket
January 24 - January 26, 2025
Open Signup
Double Elimination Bracket
Bracket seeding based on Circuit Points
First-to-two & First-to-three map wins matches
2024-25 CHAMPIONSHIP
Invitation | Bracket
February 8 - February 16, 2025
16 total teams
Top 14 Circuit Point Teams
Top 2 LCQ Teams
Double Elimination Bracket
Bracket seeding based on Circuit Points
First-to-two & First-to-three map win matches
We are excited to announce that the first event, Calling All Heroes Major 1 will start on May 25, 2024. The Major will be hosted by Raidiant and feature a prize pool of $6,500 USD.
Join the Calling All Heroes Discord today to get verified and build your team.
2024-25 CALLING ALL HEROES RISING SERIES
Rising Series provides the opportunity for players to grow their skills. This event will be open to marginalized gender participants ranked Diamond or below. The Rising Series events will feature first-to-three matches in the Swiss stage, with playoffs in a double-elimination bracket.
Want to learn more about the first Rising Series event? Join the Calling All Heroes Discord for more information.
2024 OVERWATCH COLLEGIATE BY RAIDIANT
We’re excited to share that the 2024 Overwatch Collegiate seasons will be run by Raidiant. Returning collegiate teams will find a similar structure to previous years, featuring a semester-long Spring Championship and Fall Preseason. With hundreds of participating schools and $120,000 USD of prizing at stake, you won’t want to miss it.
Matches are set to kick off on March 30th, and registration for the Spring Championship Season opens TODAY.
COLLEGIATE SPRING CHAMPIONSHIP SEASON DETAILS
The Overwatch Collegiate Spring Championship season kicks off in late March and is split into three stages. Do you have what it takes to take home a share of the $75,000 USD prize pool? Gather your friends, get on the payload and get ready for a semester of competition.
Sign up Today
Registration closes Wednesday March 27th at 11:59 PM PT
SPRING CHAMPIONSHIP FORMAT
Stage 1 | Swiss
March 30 - April 20, 2024
Open Signup (closes Wednesday 3/27)
8 rounds of Swiss
First-to-two map wins matches
Top 64 teams advance to the Group Stage.
Stage 2 | Groups
April 27 - May 5, 2024
64 teams, split into 8 groups of 8 teams
Group placements determined by Stage 1 standings
Round Robin
First-to-three map wins matches
Top 2 teams from each group (16 teams total) advance to the Championship Bracket
Stage 3 | Championship Bracket
May 10 - May 19, 2024
16 teams
Double Elimination Bracket
Bracket seeding based on Group Stage Placements
First-to-three map wins matches
First-to-four map wins Championship match
Similar to previous seasons, official Overwatch Collegiate default matches will take place on Saturdays during the Swiss Stage and both Saturdays and Sundays during the Group Stage. For teams that are looking for a bit of flexibility, they’ll have opportunities to work with their assigned opponents to reschedule select Swiss Stage and Group Stage rounds within set guidelines.
In addition to having a shot at the prize pool, all eligible players who sign up, compete and are in good standing at the end of the season, will receive special in-game rewards which will be revealed at a later date.
Don’t miss your chance to earn these rewards, sign up today.
COLLEGIATE FALL HOMECOMING PRESEASON DETAILS
The Collegiate Fall preseason will return after Summer break in late September. Registration details will be shared at a later date, but returning collegiate teams will be familiar with the three stage format with a National Swiss Stage Qualifiers, a Single Elimination Knockout Bracket and a Double Elimination Homecoming Finals. Stay Tuned to Overwatch Esports channels for future registration open and event updates.
FALL HOMECOMING FORMAT
Stage 1 | Swiss
September 28 - October 26
Open Signup [Will open at a later date]
10 rounds of Swiss
First-to-two map wins matches
Top 64 teams advance to the Knockout Stage
Stage 2 | Knockout
November 2
64 teams
Single Elimination Rounds
Seeding determined by Stage 1 standings
First-to-three map wins matches
Remaining 16 teams advance to the Homecoming Bracket
Stage 3 | Homecoming Bracket
November 3 - November 17
16 teams
Double Elimination Bracket
Bracket seeding based on Group Stage Placements
First-to-three map wins matches
First-to-four map wins Homecoming Finals match
Default matches in the Fall will take place on Saturdays during the Swiss Stage and both Saturdays and Sundays during the Knockout Stage and Homecoming Playoffs.
Similar to spring, all eligible players who sign up, compete and are in good standing at the end of the season, will receive special in-game rewards which will be revealed at a later date.
WHERE TO WATCH
To stay updated on all things Calling All Heroes and Overwatch Collegiate, follow us on social media:
To watch all the fun and intense matches, stay tuned to our Twitch channels:
WANT TO BE A PART OF CALLING ALL HEROES?
Are you an organizer wanting to support the Overwatch 2 community? Let’s collaborate. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to be a part of Calling All Heroes Challengers and Rising Stars, and help us build an inclusive environment for everyone. Here’s how you can apply.
Note: Previously approved licenses are still valid.
GET READY
We are totally amped up for the 2024-25 Calling All Heroes & Overwatch Collegiate Competitive Circuit. As we’re heading into a season undoubtedly full of the finest Overwatch 2 plays, we’re confident we’ll see our inclusive community grow more than ever. We’re calling all the heroes - join us on the journey and showcase your Overwatch 2 skills.
