Solo Leveling: Arise recently concluded its inaugural global tournament, delivering a spectacle that captivated audiences. Hosted on April 12th at Ivex Studio in South Korea, the SLC 2025 featured elite players from across the globe competing in the Battlefield of Time mode. The excitement was palpable, with tickets selling out in under a minute and thousands more viewers streaming the event online.
Sixteen finalists, comprising eight competitors each from the International and Asia Leagues, traveled from various regions including Asia, Europe, North America, and South America. Following a series of fiercely contested matches, the finals narrowed down to four standout players. Ultimately, OhReung emerged victorious, conquering four battlefields in just 2 minutes and 57 seconds to secure the title as the first global champion of Solo Leveling: Arise.
For his triumph, OhReung received KRW 10 million and an LG gram Pro 360 laptop—a impressive reward for a sub-three-minute clear. The second and third place finishers also earned substantial prizes, receiving KRW 7 million and KRW 3 million respectively, along with LG UltraGearTM gaming monitors.

Beyond the intense competition, the event engaged fans with live giveaways and redemption codes shared during the stream. It served as a vibrant celebration of the community's competitive drive and marked a successful esports debut for Solo Leveling: Arise. Future tournaments are expected to deliver even more thrilling action.
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Reflecting on his win, OhReung stated: “I am profoundly honored to share this brilliant moment of becoming a world champion with everyone. In a gesture of support, I will donate half of my prize money to assist those impacted by the recent wildfires in Korea.”
Solo Leveling: Arise also introduced a new update a few days ago, adding a new SSR water-type hunter to the game as the RPG surpassed 60 million downloads. Visit the official website for further details.