June 23, 2025 – Puzzle fans, it’s time to stack, pop, and chain your way to glory! SEGA has officially launched the Puyo Puyo Global Ranking Series 2025, a worldwide competitive circuit that will determine the first-ever Puyo Puyo World Champion. With over 39 million players across the globe, the beloved Japanese tile-matching franchise is taking its competitive scene to the next level—culminating in an epic Grand Prix Final to be held in Japan in early 2026.
🌍 What Is the Puyo Puyo Global Ranking Series?
This international series invites top players to compete for Global Points across multiple officially sanctioned tournaments. The players with the highest accumulated points by February 2026 will receive an official invitation to the Grand Prix Final in Japan, where one will be crowned as the Puyo Puyo World Champion.
Whether you’re a longtime competitive puzzler or a rising star in the scene, the road to the top begins now.
🏆 First Tournament: Ascension’s Gummy Gauntlet
Kicking off the series is Gummy Gauntlet, the first official stop of the 2025 circuit, organized by international Puyo Puyo community Ascension. Registration is now open via the official tournament page. This event will set the tone for what promises to be a highly competitive year of colorful combos and intense matchups.
If you think you have what it takes, sign up today and get ready to stack some serious chains!
📈 How It Works: Global Points and Ranking
- Compete in sanctioned Puyo Puyo events to earn Global Ranking Points.
- Your performance throughout the series determines your rank.
- The top players worldwide by February 2026 will receive exclusive invites to the Puyo Puyo Grand Prix Final in Japan.
More information on the point system, tournament schedules, and rules will be available on the official website.
💫 About Puyo Puyo: A Timeless Puzzle Classic
First released in Japan in 1991, Puyo Puyo quickly became a legendary name in the puzzle game genre thanks to its versus-style mechanics and adorable, colorful characters. It later gained global popularity through titles like Puyo Puyo™ Tetris® 2, and has since spanned arcade, console, and mobile platforms.
With over three decades of history, the game remains a favorite across all age groups—and now, with the Global Ranking Series, it’s embracing a new era of competitive excitement.
🧩 Play now on Steam – Puyo Puyo™ Tetris® 2
🤝 About Ascension
Ascension is a global Puyo Puyo player community known for hosting high-level competitive events. Earlier this year, they organized Yokozuna Crunch, one of the most acclaimed international tournaments of the previous season. Their Discord community is open for players of all levels to connect, improve, and compete:
Join here: Ascension Discord
🧠 Do You Have What It Takes to Become the World Champion?
The pieces are falling into place—literally. Whether you’re a combo wizard or just starting to climb the ranks, Puyo Puyo Global Ranking Series 2025 is your chance to join a legacy that spans generations. The road to Japan starts today!
