After months of competing in tournaments across the globe, the Fortnite FNCS Global Championship is right around the corner, and we’ve got all the details you need.
While Fortnite players are currently locked into a season that is comparable to Helldivers 2, the best players from around the world are gearing up for the biggest Fortnite tournament of the year, set to battle it out for a share of the whopping $2m prize pool.
If you want to make sure you don’t miss any of the action, we’ve got all the details you need for the Fortnite FNCS Global Championship 2025.
When is Fortnite Global 2025?
The Fortnite Championship Global (FNCS) takes place on Saturday, September 6 and Sunday, September 7 2025.
This year, the event takes place at the LDLC Arena in Lyon, France, with a whopping Prize Pool of over $2m up for grabs.
33 Trios will compete for their share of the prize pool and the title of Global Champion.
What is The FNCS Global Start Time?
Coverage of the FNCS Global Championship kicks off on both days at 6:45 am PT, although the first matches on both days don’t start until 9:10 am PT.
Each day will feature six matches of action, with the final match on both days taking place at 12:05 pm PT. Scoring is based on placement and eliminations, with the highest total score after 12 matches crowned the new World Champion.
In the table below, we’ve outlined the times that coverage starts and the timings of the first matches on both days in major time zones across the world.
| Time Zone | Coverage Start | First Match |
|---|---|---|
| Pacific Time (PT) | 06:45 | 09:10 |
| Central Time (CT) | 08:45 | 11:10 |
| Eastern Time (ET) | 09:45 | 12:10 |
| British Summer Time (BST) | 14:45 | 17:10 |
| Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) | 23:45 | 02:10 |
How to Watch Fortnite FNCS Global
The FNCS Global tournament is available to watch on Twitch, YouTube, and in-game using the dedicated Fortnite Island.
Those watching on Twitch can earn exclusive Twitch Drops for the event, with no extra incentives available for those watching on YouTube.
For those watching from inside Fortnite, Hype Points are earnable to unlock exclusive island merch, while you can also jump into the Rift Rumble to experience the FNCS experience directly. The Fortnite Island code is 2345-4055-3398.
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