NACE Grand Finals return to Full Sail with ASUS ROG deal

College esports just locked in a hardware giant and a LAN-heavy showdown in Orlando, raising the bar for student competition.

Spring 2026 NACE Grand Finals setup

• The National Association of Collegiate Esports tapped ASUS Republic of Gamers as presenting partner.
• Full Sail University hosts the event from April 23 to 26, 2026.
• Financial details stayed private between NACE and ASUS ROG.
• Branding from ROG may appear across stages and signage.

Hardware and venues locked in

• ASUS ROG machines and monitors will run the tournament floor.
• Orlando Health Fortress and Full Sail Live handle in-person matches.
• Forty-eight varsity squads travel from across North America.
• Six titles headline play, from League of Legends to Super Smash Bros. Ultimate.

Overwatch Collegiate hits LAN

• Overwatch Collegiate joins through a partnership with Activision Blizzard.
• This marks its first LAN appearance at the NACE Grand Finals.
• The top eight Varsity teams and top two Open teams battle live.
• Champions get decided on stage rather than online.

Students power event operations

• Full Sail University students assist with planning and production.
• NACE member programs contribute staff for operations roles.
• Hands-on work gives participants real championship experience.
• Riley Long says the event highlights varsity standards and in-person rules.

More partnerships expand NACE reach

• InTouch Credit Union steps in as Official Financial Services Partner.
• Raven signs on as the official merchandise partner.
• Sari Kitelyn praises the championship’s learning value.
• NACE keeps widening support for collegiate esports programs.