TSM Officially Leaves Riot Games' VALORANT After Five Years
TSM, a major force in North American esports, announced on November 3rd their official exit from competitive VALORANT, closing a significant chapter that began in 2020.
TSM’s Impact on the VALORANT Scene
As one of the earliest organizations to join VALORANT, TSM played a pioneering role by launching several initiatives, including signing one of the first Game Changers rosters and advancing co-streaming within the community.
Competitive Journey and Challenges
TSM always aimed to compete at the highest level but struggled to reach that goal in recent years. Since 2023, the team competed in VALORANT’s Tier 2 Challengers League, striving to secure promotion to the premier Valorant Champions Tour (VCT).
Near Promotion Attempts
- In 2024, TSM finished second in the Challenger Playoffs, earning a spot in the Ascension Tournament, where teams fight for VCT promotion.
- Despite their effort, TSM did not advance past the Group Stage, placing 6th overall and missing out on VCT qualification.
- The organization returned in 2025, maintaining their ambition to join the top-tier league.
"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."
Despite setbacks, TSM’s determination to compete at the highest level remained evident until their exit.