Twitch superstar xQc is set to host the Marvel Rivals xQc Invitational on May 9, featuring a massive $250,000 prize pool and top streaming personalities. Here’s everything we know so far.
Felix “xQc” Lengyel, one of the most-watched streamers globally, has announced his biggest event yet: the Marvel Rivals xQc Invitational. Scheduled for May 9, 2025, this high-stakes online tournament will feature a $250,000 prize pool, co-funded by xQc himself and NetEase Games, the developer behind Marvel Rivals.
The announcement was made during xQc’s April 20 livestream, where he shared his excitement about finally hosting a tournament again. “Chat, I’ve been working on this for months now… May 9, put it on your schedule: xQc Marvel [Rivals] Invitational, $250k prize pool,” he said. “I’m putting in a lot of my own money in the prize pool, and Marvel is also in. Mega tournament. Massive things.”
Though full details are yet to be revealed, xQc confirmed that the event will feature top streamers, content creators, and potentially professional players. He also teased that he might take on a dual role, both playing and casting the tournament. “I might do a kind of dual production thing where I’m trying to win as well. And if I’m out, I’ll cast the other games,” he explained.
The entire event will be livestreamed on xQc’s Twitch channel, though it’s not yet confirmed whether the tournament will also appear on Marvel Rivals’ official broadcast platforms. Based on promotional material shared on his stream and social media, viewers can expect a high-energy production that blends xQc’s signature chaotic charisma with serious competitive action.
This Invitational marks a significant moment for Marvel Rivals, a fast-rising 6v6 PvP hero shooter set in the Marvel multiverse. While the game has already hosted smaller content creator tournaments—such as Disguised Toast’s Creator Cups—this will be the first major community-driven event of this scale. It also fits into a broader push by NetEase to develop a thriving esports ecosystem around Marvel Rivals, with other competitive events like the Marvel Rivals Championships and monthly PlayStation Cups already in place.
xQc’s initiative not only highlights the game’s growing popularity but also signals a shift in the esports space, where creators are taking the reins in organizing high-budget, high-visibility competitions. With the prize pool and star power involved, the Marvel Rivals xQc Invitational is expected to draw massive viewership and could be a defining moment in both the game’s competitive history and xQc’s event-hosting career.
While fans still await details on the tournament format, teams, and prize distribution, one thing is certain—May 9 is shaping up to be a major date for fans of Marvel, hero shooters, and the ever-entertaining xQc.
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