Candy Crush All Stars Tournament: Fifth Edition Returns This Year

Attention all Candy Crush enthusiasts! The highly anticipated Candy Crush All Stars tournament is back for its fifth thrilling edition, and this time, it's bigger than ever with a staggering $1 million prize pool up for grabs. Whether you're a seasoned player or new to the game, the competition kicks off today and spans over two exhilarating months. With a record-breaking 15 million participants last year, expect fierce competition as you vie for the top spot!

For those unfamiliar with the tournament format, here's a quick rundown: The Candy Crush All Stars is a two-month event open to everyone. You'll navigate through various stages, starting with qualifiers, moving on to knockout rounds, and ultimately, the fortunate finalists will head to a live event in Los Angeles. There, they'll compete for the largest share of the $1 million prize pool in front of a live audience.

Adding to the excitement this year is an official theme song that's sure to get you pumped up. None other than the late '90s hitmakers, Smash Mouth, have lent their iconic track "All Star" to the tournament. What better way to energize the competitors and fans alike?

Crushing it: If you're eager to dive into Candy Crush Saga and take a shot at the $1 million prize, mark your calendar. You have until March 27th to participate in the qualifiers. From there, you'll advance to the knockout rounds and, if successful, to the finals. The top 10 in-game winners will then battle it out live on stage in a thrilling showdown to crown the Candy Crush All Stars Tournament champion!

While you're waiting for your next match or the finals, why not explore some other great games? Check out our latest list of the top five new mobile games to try this week, featuring the best new releases from the past seven days.