ea sportsChallenge Series

Watch the best FIFA, Madden, and NHL® players in the world compete for their share of $1 Million live at Lagasse's Stadium, Las Vegas.

WHAT IS THE EA SPORTS™ CHALLENGE SERIES?

The EA SPORTS™ Challenge Series powered by Virgin Gaming is a one-of-a-kind sports gaming tournament exclusive to the PlayStation®3 (PS3™) computer entertainment system with a $1 million total prize pool. Challenge Series is comprised of three separate tournaments where participants have a chance to play for a share of $400,000 for Madden 13, $400,000 for FIFA 13 and $200,000 for NHL®13. Each title has two online qualifier phases (Online Qualifier and a Bracket Tournament Semi-Finals) leading to a Live Final event that will take place in Las Vegas on February 9, 2013. Live streaming coverage will include match highlights, interviews with the top competitors, plus the pre- and post-game shows each day.

HOW IT WORKS

Whether you're a Pro or a Joe, EA SPORTS Arena is your official battleground to face off against opponents in titles like Madden, NHL® and FIFA.

SET UP A MATCH AT VIRGINGAMING.COM

Join a tournament or challenge members.

PLAY IN ARENA:

Play your match in the Arena online game mode.

MAKE CASH:

Virgin Gaming automatically deposits your winnings into your account.

Live Finals Schedule

  • 9:00 AM - Round 1 256 Players
  • 10:30 AM - Round 2 128 Players
  • 11:15 AM - Round 3 64 Players
  • 12:00 PM - Round 4 32 Players
  • 12:45 PM - Round 5 16 Players
  • 1:30 PM - Quarterfinals 8 Players
  • 2:15 PM - Semifinals 4 Players
  • 4:00 PM - Grand Finale

  • 12:30 PM - Round 1 256 Players
  • 3:00 PM - Round 2 128 Players
  • 14:00 PM - Round 3 64 Players
  • 5:00 PM - Round 4 32 Players
  • 6:00 PM - Round 5 16 Players
  • 7:00 PM - Quarterfinals 8 Players
  • 8:00 PM - Semifinals 4 Players
  • 10:00 PM - Grand Finale

  • 5:00 PM - Round 1 128 Players
  • 6:30 PM - Round 2 64 Players
  • 7:15 PM - Round 3 32 Players
  • 8:00 PM - Round 4 16 Players
  • 8:45 PM - Quarterfinals 8 Players
  • 10:45 PM - Semifinals 4 Players
  • 11:30 PM - Grand Finale