TSM Officially Leaves Riot Games' VALORANT Scene
A major figure in North American esports, TSM, has announced its exit from competitive VALORANT after five years. On November 3rd, the organization confirmed this decision, closing a significant chapter in its history.
TSM's Role and Contributions
TSM was among the first big teams to join VALORANT in 2020. As their farewell message states, they played a key role in shaping the scene by:
- Signing one of the earliest Game Changers rosters
- Promoting co-streaming initiatives
Competitive Journey
TSM always aimed to compete at the highest level. Yet, in recent years, their performance fell short of these goals. Since 2023, they participated in the Challengers League, VALORANT’s Tier 2 circuit, striving to return to the premier VCT league.
The team nearly succeeded multiple times. Their 2024 runner-up finish in the Challenger Playoffs led to qualification for the Ascension Tournament, which offered a chance to move up to VCT. However, TSM did not advance past the Group Stage, finishing 6th overall and missing the promotion.
Undeterred, the organization returned in 2025 aiming for the same goal.
"TSM was one of the first major organizations to enter VALORANT back in 2020 and... helped pioneer several initiatives within the scene — from signing one of the earliest Game Changers rosters to promoting co-streaming."
"TSM failed to make it past the Group Stage, finishing 6th overall and watching their VCT hopes slip away."
Author's summary: TSM, a pioneering esports team in VALORANT, has departed after five years, despite persistent efforts to rejoin the top-tier VCT league.