A new experience
In early September, Ho Chi Minh City became a popular destination for esports enthusiasts as it hosted the VALORANT Challengers 2025 Southeast Asia: Split 3 for the first time. This was not only a regional event but also a digital culture festival, attracting enthusiastic interest from fans across Vietnam.
From the moment the organizers announced Ho Chi Minh City as the destination for Split 3, the Vietnamese VALORANT community expressed immense excitement. On forums and social media, fans shared their plans to buy tickets, prepare cheering outfits, and make plans to attend the event together.
The loser bracket final starts at 6 PM today, September 6th, but even before that, from 4:30 PM onwards, a large number of fans had already arrived at VPS Arena to find a good seat, ready to cheer on the teams.
Nguyen The Anh (22 years old, a final-year student atFPT University) said that outside of class, he regularly follows Esports tournaments on YouTube, but this is the first time he has seen an offline tournament of the scale and caliber of VALORANT Challengers 2025 Southeast Asia: Split 3.
“The feeling of watching offline and watching on YouTube is very different. This is the first time I’ve watched an international-level Esports tournament live. VALORANT Challengers 2025 Southeast Asia: Split 3 truly gave me and the young people at VPS Arena indescribable emotions – excitement, suspense, and pure enjoyment,” Thế Anh expressed.
For Mr. Tran Anh Tuan (35 years old) - who works in the IT field in Thu Duc, even though his house is far away, after finishing work, he and his wife make time to go to Binh Thanh to watch VALORANT Challengers 2025 Southeast Asia: Split 3.
Anh Tuan shared: “Previously, I could only watch through a computer screen. Now, being able to directly immerse myself in the atmosphere, hear the cheers, and witness the players competing right before my eyes is truly a memorable experience for me.”
What made fans in Ho Chi Minh City particularly proud was that, for the first time, they were able to witness top Southeast Asian players competing directly.
Mr. Bui Thanh Son (30 years old, office worker in Xuan Hoa ward, Ho Chi Minh City) said: “I have been following VALORANT since the game's early days, but I never thought that a major regional tournament would be held right here in Ho Chi Minh City. This will definitely be an unforgettable experience for me and my friends.”
For fans, Ho Chi Minh City hosting VALORANT Challengers 2025 Southeast Asia: Split 3 is a significant milestone. This confirms that Vietnam is not only keeping up with global trends but also capable of organizing large-scale, professional, and exciting tournaments.
A bridge of culture - connecting millions of hearts in Southeast Asia.
In the digital age, Esports has transcended the boundaries of mere entertainment to become a global cultural phenomenon. In Southeast Asia – a region diverse in languages, customs, and beliefs – Esports is increasingly asserting that: “Esports is not just a game, but a bridge between cultures.”
Esports tournaments attract millions of fans from Vietnam, Thailand, Indonesia, and the Philippines, among other countries. They cheer, cry, and laugh together with every twist and turn of the game, regardless of language barriers. The visual appeal and sense of community have transformed Esports into a "common language" for young people.
Beyond fostering camaraderie, Esports also opens up opportunities for cultural exchange. SEA Games and international tournaments held in Hanoi , Bangkok, or Manila all become sporting and cultural festivals.
Fans bring flags and traditional costumes, cheering in a vibrant atmosphere while also exploring local culture. Esports itself has boosted tourism and promoted regional cuisine, music, and lifestyle.
Notably, Esports is also a rare level playing field where men and women, able-bodied individuals and those with disabilities can compete on equal footing. Many female players have become idols, helping to dispel the stereotype that "gaming is pointless" and proving that Esports is a place that nurtures talent, courage, and creativity.
In the future, Southeast Asia is predicted to become a new global hub for esports. This means that esports will not only bring economic value but also continue to be a bridge connecting millions of hearts, creating a unique and enduring "digital culture community."
Source: https://baovanhoa.vn/the-thao/nguoi-ham-mo-cam-nhan-the-nao-ve-giai-valorant-challenges-2025-southeast-asia-split-3-166531.html
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