Chaos, Clutches, and Champions: FNCS Global 2025 Recap

The LDLC Arena in Lyon, France, was electric as 33 of the world’s best Fortnite trios clashed for the FNCS Global Championship title. With $2 million on the line and the Axe of Champions up for grabs, every match felt like a warzone. The switch to trios brought new dynamics—more chaos, tighter coordination, and clutch plays that had the crowd on their feet.

Day 1: EU Sets the Pace for Champions

From the first drop, Queasy, Merstach, and Swizzy looked locked in. They opened the tournament with three straight Victory Royales, dominating high ground and punishing teams that rotated late. Queasy’s IGL calls were crisp, Merstach handled pressure like a veteran, and Swizzy’s mechanics were flawless.

Meanwhile, Peterbot, Cold, and Ritual—heavy favorites from NA—struggled to convert strong early-game positions into endgame success. They were consistently third-partied and couldn’t break into the top 10 by the end of Day 1.

Day 2: Pressure Builds, Underdogs Rise

Day 2 flipped the script. Pixie, MariusCOW, and Vanyak3kk came alive, racking up eliminations and nearly stealing the lead. Their Match 9 performance was unforgettable—Pixie solo-wiped a full trio in low ground chaos, turning the tide and igniting the crowd.

Setty, Japko, and Panzer played the long game, rotating smart and staying alive deep into every match. They didn’t win a round, but their consistency kept them in the top three.

Despite the pressure, Queasy’s trio held firm. No wins on Day 2, but their elimination count and early-game control kept them ahead. They finished with 61 eliminations, three Victory Royales, and $450,000 in prize money.