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Candy Crush All Stars Tournament: Fifth Edition Returns This Year

by Daniel May 01,2025

Get ready, Candy Crush enthusiasts! The much-anticipated Candy Crush All Stars tournament is back for its fifth thrilling edition, and this year, it's bigger than ever with a staggering $1 million prize pool up for grabs. The tournament kicks off today, offering an incredible opportunity for all players to compete over two action-packed months. With a record-breaking 15 million participants last year, the competition is set to be fiercer than ever before.

For those new to the tournament, let's break down how it works. The Candy Crush All Stars is a two-month event open to everyone. Participants will navigate through various stages, starting with qualifiers and moving on to knockout rounds. The cream of the crop will advance to the live finals in Los Angeles, where they'll vie for the largest share of the $1 million prize pool.

Adding to the excitement this year is the introduction of an official theme song. None other than the iconic late '90s band Smash Mouth will be energizing competitors with their hit "All Star." There's no better way to get pumped up for the challenge ahead!

Candy Crush All Stars Tournament 2023If you're eager to dive into Candy Crush Saga and take a shot at the $1 million prize pool, you have until March 27th to participate in the qualifiers. These will lead into the knockout rounds, culminating in the finals where the top 10 in-game winners will battle it out live on stage for the title of Candy Crush All Star Tournament champion!

While you wait for your next match or the thrilling finals, why not explore our latest list of the top five new mobile games to try this week? It features the most exciting launches from the past seven days, perfect for passing the time between your Candy Crush battles.