REJECT
REJECT is a leading Japanese esports organization known for its strong presence in competitive gaming titles such as VALORANT, Apex Legends, and fighting games. Founded in 2018, the club has rapidly built a reputation for developing top-tier talent and consistently competing at the highest international level. At the Esports World Cup (EWC), REJECT represents the growth of Asia’s esports ecosystem, showcasing strategic excellence, player development, and global competitive ambition.
EWC Game Titles
Esports World Cup 2026 Participation
Quick Facts
Club Name: REJECT
Short Name: -
Founded: 2018
Location: Japan
Average player age: 22
About REJECT
REJECT is a prominent Japanese esports organization founded in 2018, recognized for its rapid rise and strong competitive presence across multiple global titles, including VALORANT, Apex Legends, and various fighting games. Headquartered in Japan, the club has built a reputation for combining elite player development with a data-driven and performance-focused approach, enabling consistent success in both regional and international tournaments.
Key Achievements & Milestones
PUBG Mobile: Multiple-time champions of PMPL Japan; Global Championship participants.
VALORANT: Top finishes in VCT Challengers Japan; known for nurturing breakout talent.
Street Fighter VI: Home to legendary FGC icons, maintaining a constant presence in EVO Top 8s.
Apex Legends: Consistent qualifiers for the ALGS Split Playoffs and Championship.
EWC 2026
REJECT made a strong showing at EWC 2026, leveraging their Club Partner Program status to compete fiercely in PUBG Mobile and other flagship titles. As Japan's top-earning esports squad, they aimed to defend their 2024 world championship glory while chasing new global podium finishes in Riyadh.
Team's Star Players to Watch
Meet the up-and-coming players who blend skill, strategy, and swagger to keep REJECT at the top of Japan's esports leaderboard.
Tokido
Daigo Umehara
Fuudo
Levon Aronian
AngryBird
FAQ
REJECT is a professional Japanese esports organization based in Tokyo, Japan, competing at the highest levels of titles like PUBG Mobile and VALORANT.
REJECT is owned by REJECT Corporation.
No, REJECT is not the biggest esports team globally. It holds the top spot in Japan for cumulative prize money (over ¥7.5 billion).
No single player stands out as REJECT's undisputed best.
Yes, REJECT will participate at the Esports World Cup 2026. As a selected Club Partner Program member and with six players (including Umehara, Tokido, Fuudo, AngryBird, Big Bird, and Laggia) already qualified for Street Fighter 6 and FATAL FURY: City of the Wolves events in Riyadh this July, the team is set for multi-division competition.
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