India, April 16 -- Verizon VALORANT Game Changers North America is back, and the Stage 1 competition is about to heat up! With the Swiss format debuting on April 15, 2026, 16 teams will be vying for 8 spots in the Stage 1 Main Event (May 29 to June 6, 2026).

The format is easy enough to understand but difficult to navigate successfully. Teams qualify by winning four times or losing four times; however, there are a couple of exceptions that may come into play as the events proceed. In other words, if a team has one poor match, their season isn't over; however, having too many poor performances will force them out of the tournament.

The Stage 1 Swiss Event is a major stepping stone between the Open Qualifiers and the Main Event; it's wher...