Asian Games 2026 Esports First Finals – 23 Sep

September 23 @ 8:00 am – 5:00 pm

The Esports First Finals Event kicks off on September 23, 2026, bringing a high-energy opening day of world-class competitive gaming in Tokoname, Japan. This is not just another esports schedule—it’s a live championship experience where fans can witness medal-deciding matches, rising legends, and global teams competing on one stage.

Esports First Finals Event

Category	Details
Event	Esports First Finals Event
Event Date	September 23, 2026 (Opening Day)
Host Country	Japan
Venue	Exhibition Hall D, Aichi Sky Expo
Event Type	International Esports Championship Finals
Featured Games	Gran Turismo 7, eFootball Series, Naraka: Bladepoint
Gran Turismo 7	Single-day medal event (All rounds + final + awards on Sept 23)
eFootball Series	Full single-day medal tournament (Champions decided on Sept 23)
Naraka: Bladepoint	Opening group-stage matches (Finals conclude on Sept 24)

September 23, 2026 – Full Esports Opening Day Schedule

Three major esports titles will headline the first day of the tournament, each delivering intense competitive action:

Gran Turismo 7 – Single-Day Medal Event

Full championship race day completed on September 23 only
Qualifiers, finals, and medal ceremony all in one day
Experience the thrill of real-time racing drama and podium celebrations

eFootball Series – One-Day Global Showdown

Complete tournament played within a single day
Fast-paced matches from start to finish
Champions will be crowned on September 23

Naraka: Bladepoint – Opening Stage Battles

The top 8 final teams begin group-stage competition
First-day matches set the tone for the tournament
Event continues and concludes on September 24

Match Format

The Esports First Finals Event (September 23, 2026) will be competitive, awarding medals without hesitation or judging according to a pre-set scoring system on each round of every Esports title played to ensure fair competition and fast-paced action.

Overall Competition Style

All games follow official esports rule sets
Matches are played in a live arena environment
Performance is based on wins, points, and rankings
Winners are awarded medals immediately after final results

Host Country: Japan

The gaming industry has a strong history in Japan, there is a competitive gaming community, and there are already event facilities that are well known to international players making it a perfect destination for international competitive gaming events.

Venue: Aichi Sky Expo (Exhibition Hall D)

The encounters will be conducted at the Exhibition Hall D (Aichi Sky Expo) of Tokoname City. In such a space, with its forefront of technology and structure, it suits both large scale, international events, and esports events, and much more.

How to Watch

Official Live Broadcast (Online Streaming)
- Watch all matches live through the official esports streaming platforms announced by the organizers.
Event Website Coverage
- Live updates, match schedules, and results will be available on the Official Ticket Information Site and event portals.
Live Venue Experience (Aichi Sky Expo, Japan)
- Anyone can enjoy real fight action without going anywhere from Aichi Sky Expo, while enjoying the action from the stage and the crowd at the same time at Exhibition Hall D.
Social Media Live Updates
- The highlights and scores will be published on official esports socials with key moments.
Post-Match Replays & Highlights
- Full game replays and highlights will be made available for viewers around the world following every game.

FAQs – Esports First Finals Event 2026

1. When is the Esports First Finals Event 2026?

The event will start on September 23, 2026, with opening day games in various eGames in Japan.