George Tsagkarakis
In Brief
- Launching Event: The Beacon introduces its first official speedrun tournament starting September 29, with players competing in dungeon races for rewards.
- Prize Details: Participants vie for a share of 10,000 $RON and exclusive in-game cosmetics, with the top scorer earning 2,000 $RON.
- Entry Requirements: Open to all Ronin network users, requiring a qualifying submission via Twitter/X using the #RoninxThebeacon hashtag and an official form.
The gaming community is gearing up for The Beacon’s inaugural speedrun tournament, beginning on Monday, September 29. This exciting 2-day event invites players to navigate through intricate dungeons as swiftly as possible. The competition aims to not only challenge participants but also to reward them with a substantial prize pool.
Qualifying Rounds
From 14:00 UTC on the launch day until 19:00 UTC the following day, players with a Ronin Waypoint account can enter the competition. To participate, individuals must submit proof of their dungeon run, which can be a video or a screenshot, on Twitter/X using the designated hashtag, #RoninxThebeacon. Additionally, an official entry form needs to be completed. All participants will receive the Silver Valkyrie’s Call cosmetic item, while the top 32 finalists will also secure the Crimson Valkyrie’s Call alongside their token prizes.
Tournament Details
Stage and Bracket Play
After the qualifying phase concludes, the top 32 contenders will advance to the playoff rounds starting October 1. The playoffs will feature a single-elimination format over several stages:
- Top 32 Bracket: October 1 at 14:00 UTC
- Top 16 Bracket: October 2 at 14:00 UTC
- Final Top 8: October 3 at 16:00 UTC
Each match will introduce a new dungeon layout, with early rounds being a best-of-one and the final round a best-of-three. Competitors must check in no later than 5 minutes before their scheduled matches to avoid disqualification.
Prize Breakdown
The prizes are distributed as follows, based on final standings:
- 1st place: 2,000 $RON
- 2nd place: 1,500 $RON
- 3rd–4th place: 900 $RON each
- 5th–8th place: 475 $RON each
- 9th–16th place: 150 $RON each
- 17th–32nd place: 100 $RON each
Registration Process
Those interested must ensure they have an active Ronin Waypoint account linked to The Beacon. Entries are accepted from the beginning of the qualifying period on September 29.
Exclusive to Ronin
This tournament is exclusive to the Ronin network, which previously saw over 200,000 daily active users during its first airdrop campaign. The Beacon continues to engage users by integrating its unique blend of roguelite and MMO gameplay elements strictly within the Ronin ecosystem.
Previous and Future Developments
Before this tournament, The Beacon ran a public playtest via Epic Games Store, which included an array of game enhancements and previews of upcoming features. Looking ahead, The Beacon is slated to launch its first official season in early 2026, promising new gameplay modes, biomes, and NFT-based enhancements.
Upcoming Finals
As the qualifications wrap up on September 30, the focus shifts to the main event starting October 1, culminating in the top 8 finals on October 3. Competitors are reminded to be punctual for their matches, as each round will feature uniquely designed dungeons, heightening the competitive challenge.
