Evolution Team Wins CFLC Manila 2026; KDM, Vanguard Familia Finish Top 4
The inaugural CrossFire: Legends Championship (CFLC) 2025–2026 concluded on February 8 in Manila, marking the end of a three-month Southeast Asian competition for Tencent’s mobile FPS title, CrossFire: Legends.
Vietnam’s Evolution Team (EVO) secured the championship, while Filipino squads KDM and Vanguard Familia (VF) delivered strong performances on home soil, finishing second and fourth respectively. Vietnam’s HF (HeartFire) claimed third place.
Philippines and Vietnam dominate Top 4
The tournament’s final stage, held from February 7–8 in Manila, featured a Philippines-versus-Vietnam storyline, with both countries placing two teams each in the Top 4.
KDM advanced to the Grand Final but fell to EVO, finishing as runners-up. Vanguard Familia concluded their campaign in fourth place, underscoring the Philippines’ continued growth in the mobile first-person shooter (FPS) scene.
Vietnam’s EVO demonstrated consistency throughout the tournament, maintaining composure in high-pressure situations and closing out key rounds during the final matches.
EVO Luji named MVP as USD 45,000 prize pool awarded
The CFLC 2025–2026 Grand Final was played for a total prize pool of USD 45,000, with teams competing for both regional recognition and championship honors.
During the title match, EVO capitalized on critical moments to secure the win. EVO Luji was named Most Valuable Player (MVP) for his performance and contributions throughout the tournament.
Strong viewership across online and offline platforms
The Manila finals drew thousands of on-site spectators, while livestreams across TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube generated more than 500,000 cumulative views. Peak concurrent viewership exceeded 40,000 on a single platform, reflecting strong regional interest in mobile FPS esports.
The tournament also featured prominent Southeast Asian organizations such as EVOS, ONIC, and FullSense, highlighting the expanding competitive landscape for CrossFire: Legends across the region.
CFLC signals continued investment in mobile FPS esports
According to a representative from Tencent’s K1 Team, CFLC represents part of the company’s broader efforts to establish a professional and comprehensive mobile FPS esports system.
The conclusion of CFLC 2025–2026 marks a milestone in the international development of CrossFire: Legends esports, reinforcing Southeast Asia’s role as a growing competitive hub for mobile FPS titles.
Fans can follow official CrossFire: Legends Esports channels for match updates and future announcements.