Illuvium Test Tournament Offers $ILV Prize Pool

Illuvium is kicking off its Competitive Season 1 with a new kind of challenge. The team behind the web3-based auto-battler has officially announced its first Test Tournament, which went live on July 5 at 3 PM UTC. With a 100 $ILV prize pool on the line and a full day of competition planned, this is more than just a casual event, it’s the starting point for the game’s wider competitive push.

This tournament isn’t just about prizes. It’s also a live trial run meant to help shape Illuvium’s esports future. And if you're into auto-battlers, strategy, or want to dip into Illuvium’s growing web3 ecosystem, this might be the right time to jump in.

Illuvium Test Tournament Offers $ILV Prize Pool

Illuvium Test Tournament Offers $ILV Prize Pool

The July 5 tournament will run for roughly seven hours and features 32 individual players battling it out in a no-teams, Best-of-2 format. Once the initial round wraps up, 16 players move to the Semi Finals, and the top 8 will advance to a Best-of-3 Grand Final. It’s a battle royale bracket from start to finish, and every match counts.

The 100 $ILV prize pool (currently valued at around $1040) will be split among the top 16 players. First place takes home 27 $ILV, second gets 17, third earns 13, and so on, all the way down to 1 $ILV for players finishing in the 13th to 16th range. Even if you don’t win the whole thing, making it past the first round gets you a piece of the reward. The final matches will be livestreamed on Illuvium’s official Twitch channel, giving players a chance to show off their skills to the wider community.

Illuvium Test Tournament Offers $ILV Prize Pool

Only 32 Slots Available for Players

Anyone can sign up to compete, you don’t need to be a pro. Illuvium is encouraging players of all skill levels to get involved. Registration is live now, but there’s a catch: only 32 player slots are available. If the tournament fills up, you can still join the waitlist for a shot at stepping in if someone drops out or misses check-in.

Check-in opens one hour before the event, and if you don’t check in on time, you’re out. Once checked in, players also need to hop into the official Illuvium Discord voice chat, which is required to compete. If you get past the first stage, you’re already in the money. The event is designed to be community-focused and rewarding. Multiple matches are guaranteed, and half of the field will earn something, not a bad way to spend a Saturday if you’re into tactical PvP.

Illuvium Test Tournament Offers $ILV Prize Pool

Minor and Major Tournaments for 2025

This tournament sets the tone for what’s ahead in Competitive Season 1. Once it wraps, Illuvium will reveal the full details of how the season will work, including how players can earn points toward qualifying for the World Championship later this year.

Seasonal points will be earned by competing in Minor and Major Tournaments throughout the year. These events will each have their own prize pools, with values that adjust depending on factors like token prices and number of participants. Players will need to collect both tournament points and ranked leaderboard points to qualify for the World Championship, which is expected to offer the biggest prize pool of the year.

Illuvium Test Tournament Offers $ILV Prize Pool

Final Thoughts

Illuvium’s Test Tournament isn’t just a one-off event, it’s the foundation for everything the team has planned in its competitive roadmap. With actual $ILV on the line, livestreamed finals, and a focus on accessibility, it’s a strong step toward making Illuvium a serious name in web3 esports.

Whether you’re in it for the competition, the collectibles, or just want to test your skills in a new kind of auto-battler, now’s the time to jump in. Competitive Season 1 is just getting started.