TL;DR
Bandai has announced the inaugural competitive season for Gundam TCG: the World Championships 2025-26. The season starts this fall with Offline Regional qualifiers across North America, Europe, Latin America, and Oceania—leading to Regional Finals and the Ultimate World Championship.
What’s the “Worlds 25-26” Structure?
The World Championship unfolds in three key stages:
- Level 1 – Offline Regionals (Sept–Dec 2025): Local qualifiers across major global regions.
- Level 2 – Regional Championships: Winners from Regionals battle at Regional Finals—dates and locations to be confirmed.
- Level 3 – Grand Final: Top players from each region face off in the ultimate showdown to be crowned World Champion. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
Offline Regionals — Your First Step
This initial phase—**Offline Regionals**—will run from **September to December 2025**, with registration opening regionally:
- September events: registration opens June 29
- October events: open July 27
- November events: open August 31
Matches are Best-of-One, 30 minutes + 5-minute overtime, in constructed format. A TCG+ account is required to register. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
Where to Play — Regional Highlights
Here are some confirmed stops:
- North America: Dallas (Sept 20–21), Los Angeles (Oct 5), Gatineau, Canada (Oct 18)
- Europe: Seville, Spain (Sept 28); Utrecht, Netherlands (Nov 8–9); Bristol, UK (Nov 15–16)
- Latin America: São Paulo, Brazil (Oct 26)
- Oceania: Brisbane (Oct 26), Melbourne (Nov 30)
Players advancing to Regional Champions will receive invites plus exclusive prizes, with top placements earning finalist cards and playmats. Champions take home coveted Winner Cards and trophies. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}
Why It Matters
This is the first official competitive circuit for Gundam TCG—and it’s global. For fans and competitive players alike, this is your chance to rise through the ranks and compete on the world stage.
What To Do Now
- Mark your calendar for registration opening!
- Start testing decks now—best-of-one means tight, efficient builds matter.
- Follow local organizers for tournament details and registration links.
- Prep socially—this is going to be the most hype season Gundam TCG has seen.
Chart My Cards will keep an eye on announcements for the Regional Finals and Grand Final—stay tuned for coverage, decklists, and collection insights.