All Eyes on Vancouver

Riftbound heads to the Vancouver Convention Centre for the next Regional Qualifier, bringing high-level competition to Canada for one of the biggest weekends yet in Riftbound Organized Play.

With Unleashed now fully in the mix, new Legends, evolving strategies, and shifting battlefields continue to reshape the competitive landscape heading into Vancouver.

From May 29–31, 2026, Vancouver will be the focal point of Riftbound competition. Competitors from across the region will battle through the Main Event, while players, creators, and fans take part in side events, drafts, and community activities throughout the weekend.

TL;DR – What’s New in Vancouver?

• Improved Main Event Prizing
• Unleashed Legends Added into Best-Of Prizing

What’s on the Line? 

Vancouver will feature the updated Season 3 Regional Qualifier prizing structure, expanding rewards for players competing deep into Day 2 of the Main Event.

Competitors will battle for a share of the $25,000 prize pool, with $6,000 awarded to the Regional Qualifier Champion. Alongside cash prizing, players can earn event rewards including Vex Playmats, Top 8 promo cards and playmats, Prize Wall Tickets, future RQ Competitor Passes, invitations to upcoming Regional Championships, and new additional cash prizing as they continue their path toward the first-ever Riftbound World Championship.

The updated structure expands rewards across the Top 128 and continues Riftbound Organized Play’s ongoing efforts to evolve and refine the player experience throughout Season 3.

Full prizing details can be found below.

Updated Season 3 RQ Prizing:

Top 128
• Vex Playmat

Top 64
• Vex Playmat
• 40 Prize Wall Tickets
• Regional Championship Invite
• Future RQ Competitor Pass

Top 32
•  Vex Playmat
•  40 Prize Wall Tickets
•  Regional Championship Invite
•  Future RQ Competitor Pass
•  $250 USD

Top 16
• Vex Playmat
• 40 Prize Wall Tickets
• Regional Championship Invite
• Future RQ Competitor Pass
• $500 USD

Top 8
• Vex Playmat
• 40 Prize Wall Tickets
• Regional Championship Invite
• Future RQ Competitor Pass
• Top 8 Promo Card
• Top 8 Playmat
• $1,000–$3,000 USD

Champion
• Vex Playmat
• 40 Prize Wall Tickets
• Regional Championship Invite
• Future RQ Competitor Pass
• Champion Promo Card
• Champion Playmat
• $6,000 USD

Best-Of Legends Prizing 

Vancouver will continue the full collection of 40 Best-Of Legends spanning Origins, Proving Grounds, Spiritforged, and Unleashed. Each Champion will have one Best-Of Legend awarded to the highest-placing competitor piloting that Champion.

These holographic metal Legend cards are tournament legal and represent a standout performance on the weekend, regardless of where a competitor finishes in the tournament.

Coverage Information 

Our Vancouver broadcast will feature some familiar faces and local talent!

You can catch the action live starting at:

• 10:00 AM PDT
• 1:00 PM EDT
• 5:00 PM GMT

Our desk will feature Alex Coccia, Ursiiday, Silverfuse, and The Egman. 

Watch live on Riftbound’s YouTube and Twitch channels. Make sure you’re following so you don’t miss the opening match.

Reaction-Speed Coverage on @RiftboundOP

Following on the go? @RiftboundOP on X will have coverage throughout the weekend.

What you can expect:

• Match Results
• Bracket Updates
• Player Interviews
• Behind-the-scenes Content
• Deck Techs

@RiftboundOP is also your year-round home for Riftbound Organized Play, covering everything from Nexus Nights and Summoner Skirmish Series to Regional Qualifiers, Championships, and Worlds.

Rules Hub

Want to make sure you’re ready for Vancouver?

Visit the newly updated Rules Hub for the latest rules, regulations, and gameplay systems. Whether you’re double-checking interactions or reviewing tournament structure, this is your go-to resource heading into the weekend.

In Closing

We’re excited to see how the competition unfolds in Vancouver, who lifts the trophy, and which players walk away with their Best-Of Legends.

Vancouver marks another major stop in an evolving Riftbound competitive season, with updated prizing, an expanding Unleashed metagame, and players continuing to fight for their place on the road to Worlds.

• Utrecht, Netherlands: Jaarbeurs Utrecht, June 12-14, 2026
• Hartford, Connecticut: Connecticut Convention Center, June 19-21, 2026
• Barcelona, Spain: Fira Barcelona, August 21-23, 2026

You can read more about Riftbound’s 2026 roadmap here. 

As players continue exploring the Unleashed meta, Vancouver will be another proving ground for adaptation, innovation, and preparation. With the field evolving week to week, success will find competitors willing to challenge expectations and find new lines of play before the rest catch up.

Whether you’re competing in the Main Event or joining from the floor, Vancouver is another stop where the community comes together to celebrate Riftbound.

Riot and UVS teams will be onsite, so come say hi, share your thoughts, and talk Riftbound with us. If you’re tuning in from home, join the conversation on Discord, Reddit, or social.

Most importantly, thank you. The passion, creativity, and energy of this community are what make these events special. Whether we see you in Vancouver or at your local game store, we’re glad you’re part of Riftbound.