The vibrant world of esports is about to witness an exciting transformation. Level Infinite has announced a major shift in its women’s esports competition by rebranding the Honor of Queens tournament to the Honor of Kings Women’s Series (KWS). This change is set to invigorate the gaming community with a fresh identity and thrilling competitions.
Level Infinite has announced that it is rebranding its Honor of Queens women’s esports competition to the Honor of Kings Women’s Series (KWS).
Exciting Competition Awaits in KWS 3
KWS 3 is gearing up to coincide with the Honor of Kings Invitational 2026 Season 4 (KIS 4). With a prize pool of $10,000 (~£7,430), the stakes are high and the excitement even higher. The tournament will kick off with open registrations from January 1st to 15th, 2026, through the official platform. The competition will then move into a gripping Group Stage, running from January 17th to 30th, where teams will engage in round-robin Bo1 matches. Every point earned will come with a prize of $25 (~£19).
The Knockout Stage promises even more intense action from February 3rd to 7th, 2026. This phase will feature a single-elimination format with Bo3 matches, where the stakes are raised and the competition fierce. Notably, teams reaching the Quarter Finals will earn $100 (~£75) in prize money. As part of the tournament’s support, the organizer will provide accounts and mobile devices to participants.
Reflections on Past Success
Looking back at the last Honor of Queens event held from November 15th to 30th, 2025, the tournament made waves alongside the Honor of Kings International Championship. This 5v5 women’s only competition boasted a prize pool of ₱320,000 (~$5,400/£4,120), illustrating the growing prominence of women’s esports.
Unveiling the KIS 4 Mystery
The KWS will be held in parallel with KIS 4, an anticipated event marking the start of the 2026 MOBA esports calendar. Featuring eight invited teams and organizations such as BOOM Esports, Nova Esports, and Blacklist International, KIS 4 is set to captivate audiences. The eight-day tournament, from January 31st to February 8th, 2026, will take place offline at the GBK Basketball Hall in Jakarta, Indonesia, promising an electrifying stage for epic battles.