G2 Gozen are the first ever VCT Game Changers Champions

EMEA's G2 Gozen defeated North America's Shopify Rebellion GC in an incredibly intense 3-2 Grand Final series Champions. After falling behind 2-0, G2 Gozen pulled off an incredible reverse sweep to become the first-ever VCT Game Changers champions.

Undefeated Championship run for G2 Gozen

On their path to lifting the trophy, G2 Gozen went undefeated, losing only one map before the Grand Final. First, they defeated KRÜ Fem 2-0 in the Upper bracket quarterfinals. Then, they took down tournament favorites Cloud 9 White 2-1 before sweeping Team Liquid Brazil 2-0 in the Upper bracket semifinals.

Finally, they secured a hard-fought 3-2 reverse sweep victory over Shopify Rebellion GC. After falling behind 2-0, G2 Gozen completely stomped their opponents in the following three games, dropping only ten rounds combined. Backed by the live home crowd in LEC studio in Berlin, G2 deservedly took home the first Game Changers World Championship title.

On the other hand, Shopify Rebellion GC exceeded expectations by reaching the Grand Finals. It's unfortunate they couldn't close the series despite having three match points, but it is still an excellent result for NA's second seed.

Valorant making moves in women's esports

VCT Game Changers 2022 circuit was very successful and ended on a high note. It brought many eyes to women's esports, as tonight's Grand Finals viewership peaked at almost 240 thousand viewers. Also, eight teams split a $500 thousand prize pool, with G2 Gozen banking $180 thousand.

VCT Game Changers Championship showed there is interest in women's esports, and it will hopefully only go up from here. Also, it showed gaming end esports is an inclusive community and welcomes everyone, giving them an opportunity to have fun and succeed.