Introducing the Nine Partner Teams of OWCS 2025
The OWCS welcomes nine Partner Teams for the 2025 season, bringing a mix of established organizations and fresh talent to the competitive scene. Here's what to expect from each team.
At a glance
- Number of Partner Teams
- Nine
- Regions Represented
- NA, EMEA, Asia
- In-Game Support
- Branded cosmetics and team packs
Overview of Partner Teams
The Overwatch Competitive Series (OWCS) is set to kick off its 2025 season with nine Partner Teams from North America, EMEA, and Asia. These teams will not only compete at the highest levels but will also benefit from a portion of the proceeds from in-game Team packs, which include branded cosmetics for fans to support their favorite organizations.
EMEA Teams
The EMEA region features notable teams like Gen.G, which has made headlines by signing former Team Falcons head coach Dae-hee "Crusty" Park. Twisted Minds, the 2024 EMEA Stage champions, aim to maintain their competitive edge, while Virtus.pro looks to capitalize on their surprising performance from last year.
North America and Asia Teams
In North America, Spacestation returns with a strong track record from EMEA, while Team Liquid makes a comeback to Overwatch Esports after several years away. Over in Asia, Crazy Raccoon, the Dallas Major champions, field four of the five 2024 Role MVPs, promising an notable season. T1 and Team Falcons, the 2024 World Finals champions, are also set to make their mark, alongside Zeta Division, which consistently contended for dominance in the region.
