Valorant Alpha Vs Omega Event: Format, Teams, And Key Dates

The Alpha vs. Omega event is about to begin in VALORANT, giving you a new way to play and earn rewards. The event marks an early highlight of the 2026 season and focuses on competition tied to your in-game participation.

You can unlock a range of rewards by taking part during the event window. Understanding how the event works helps you make the most of your time while it’s active.

What is the Alpha vs Omega event?

You take part in a limited-time VALORANT event built around a rivalry between two opposing factions. You choose Alpha or Omega and compete through rotating global challenges that unlock each week. Your match results add points to your side, and the faction with the higher total wins.

Key elements include:

• Weekly challenges with shared global progress
• Faction-wide scoring based on player performance
• Exclusive Player Cards for the winning side
• Physical rewards for top individual point earners

Eligibility

You must confirm that you meet all participation requirements before joining.

• Account status: You hold an active Riot Games account in good standing.
• Age limits: You meet the minimum age for your region, and a parent or legal guardian completes registration if you are under 18.
• Location: You reside in an approved territory and not in regions restricted from participation or served by local publishers, with limited exceptions.
• Independence: You do not work for, consult with, or maintain formal ties to Riot Games.

Minimum age by region

How to participate

Start by picking a faction: Alpha or Omega. Your selection stays locked for the full four-week event, so choose carefully.

• Select your side through the event hub
• Play regular VALORANT matches during the event period
• Earn faction points based on your weekly leaderboard results

Your match performance contributes directly to your faction’s score, and weekly rankings determine point gains. A large player base already competes, so steady participation matters.

Check your progress often to track standings and rewards. You cannot switch sides after locking in.

VALORANT Alpha vs Omega: Timeline

You follow a four-week competitive schedule where each phase runs from 12:00 a.m. PT to 11:59 p.m. PT. Every week tracks a single global metric that directly affects faction progress.

If scores tie, your Average Combat Score (ACS) determines placement.

How to Win

You earn victory by contributing points to your chosen side during each weekly challenge. Your matches directly add to your faction’s total, so consistent play matters more than single standout games.

Each week ends with a comparison of total points. The faction that finishes ahead claims that week’s win and unlocks shared rewards for eligible players. Your personal placement also affects what you receive, so individual performance still counts alongside team success.

You increase your chances by playing multiple matches, completing challenges efficiently, and staying active across the week rather than waiting until the final day. Tracking leaderboard movement helps you judge whether pushing for higher placement is worth the effort.

Rewards You Can Earn

Your rewards depend on both faction results and individual ranking.

Faction-based reward requirements:

• Play at least three matches during a winning week.
• Receive a limited player card, delivered through a redemption code.
• Eligibility applies only to players on the winning side.

Individual leaderboard rewards:

• The top 20 players overall qualify.
• Rankings include 10 players from each faction.

Physical items vary by platform, while some regions receive in-game currency instead. Leaderboard placement determines access, not playtime alone, so focused performance gives you an advantage.