Hearing from Bruno Clash, who will be commentating the "Brawl Stars" LCQ held in Brazil, a tournament that serves as a ticket to the World Championship
Note: the original Japanese article can be found at:
https://www.4gamer.net/games/384/G038494/20251010056/
Editorial Department: huan | 2025/10/10 10:30 (UTC)
The Brasil Game Show (BGS) is being held from October 9 to 12 in São Paulo, Brazil. One prominent corner of the venue features a striking Supercell booth—so large that it practically occupies an entire zone. At its center stands the logo for the company’s flagship title, “Brawl Stars” (iOS / Android).
This excitement stems from the fact that this year’s Brawl Stars Championship 2025 Last Chance Qualifier (LCQ) is taking place during BGS, offering a final chance for teams to earn one of four remaining spots in the World Championship. The event brings together 16 teams from seven global regions—marking the first time the series has been hosted in South America, signaling Supercell’s serious focus on the LATAM market.
In reality, Brawl Stars’ presence in Brazil has been growing steadily. According to data from app analytics firm AppMagic, Brazil ranks second globally in “Brawl Stars” downloads—just behind the United States (13%) with 12%, a mere one percentage point difference. While revenue is lower than Japan or France, the game has still generated nearly $60 million (approximately ¥9 billion).
The popularity of Brawl Stars in Brazil is evident everywhere throughout the venue Thumbnail image No. 003 / Fighting for a ticket to the World Championship. We spoke with Bruno Clash, commentator at the Brawl Stars LCQ held in Brazil Thumbnail image No. 004 / Fighting for a ticket to the World Championship. We spoke with Bruno Clash, commentator at the Brawl Stars LCQ held in Brazil Thumbnail image No. 005 / Fighting for a ticket to the World Championship. We spoke with Bruno Clash, commentator at the Brawl Stars LCQ held in Brazil
Adding to this momentum is the introduction of “Mina (Meena)” in September’s update. Mina, a Mystic Brawler from São Paulo, brings an unmistakably Brazilian cultural flavor to the game—her vibrant personality and design elements, including her skills, voice lines, and animations, are infused with distinctly pop-infused Brazilian touches. Supercell’s official blog has highlighted her origins, sparking widespread excitement among Brazil’s player community: “Finally, a Brawler who represents us!”
As this intense LCQ unfolds in such a passionate atmosphere, Japanese players’ achievements should not be overlooked. ZETA DIVISION claimed back-to-back World Championships in 2021 and 2022, while Crazy Raccoon secured second place at the 2024 event. This year’s BGS features Crazy Raccoon as well—meaning they’ll compete on stage alongside Brazil’s own representative teams.
We had the opportunity to speak with Bruno Clash (Bruno Clash), a long-time commentator and broadcaster for Supercell titles who has helped lead Brazil’s Brawl Stars community. Here’s what he shared:
Bruno Clash (Bruno Clash) (YouTube) Thumbnail image No. 001 / Fighting for a ticket to the World Championship. We spoke with Bruno Clash, commentator at the Brawl Stars LCQ held in Brazil
4Gamer:
The LCQ is finally starting—how’s the atmosphere at the venue?
Bruno:
Everyone is absolutely energized and incredibly excited, eagerly awaiting this event. It’s a chance to see whether Brazil can secure its spot in the main tournament. First of all, every Brazilian hopes that both of our two teams qualify from qualifiers. But beyond that, there’s also great significance in having teams from other regions coming here.
4Gamer:
With two Brazilian teams competing at home—any standout players you’re watching closely?
Bruno:
We have strong admiration for certain players. Tensai is one of them.
I’ve always enjoyed watching their gameplay, but until now I could only observe from afar. This time, though, we’ll actually see them play right in front of us. Everyone wants to take photos with them, follow them on social media, even hug them—though whether that will actually happen remains uncertain. Still, the desire to meet them face-to-face is incredibly strong.
4Gamer:
That’s really heartwarming to hear about Japanese players.
Bruno:
In short, everyone here is buzzing with excitement and genuinely thrilled that this event is taking place in Brazil. We’re all eager to witness how our Brazilian teams will battle against international competitors firsthand. Additionally, since two Brazilian squads are participating in the LCQ, we’re hopeful they both advance—while also getting a rare chance for Brazilian fans who’ve long admired top-tier players worldwide to see them live. This is the first time such an international esports event has been hosted here, making it a truly significant opportunity.
4Gamer:
I stayed at a hotel right next to the venue and realized how many e-sports athletes from around the world are actually participating in this Brawl Stars LCQ.
Bruno:
We’re housing all players under one roof (laughs).
4Gamer:
Which countries or regions have teams attending?
Bruno:
Italy, Japan, USA, Brazil—plus two mixed-nationality teams. There are also Chinese teams. Some squads consist of athletes from two or three different nationalities.
4Gamer:
With so many top players gathering worldwide, what’s your take on the Brazilian teams’ chances?
Bruno:
There is a chance—but it won’t be easy.
Berlin City Club Gaming (BC) has a relatively favorable bracket and may have an edge. But Casa Brawl will face tough competition. They’ll likely meet Crazy Raccoon or Inner Circle in their match for the golden ticket (final spot). For us, Crazy Raccoon is clearly one of the strongest teams here.
4Gamer:
What kind of training have the Brazilian teams been doing to prepare?
Bruno:
Our World Championship experience dates back to 2019—the Brawl Stars World Finals held in South Korea. It’s been a long journey.
Training typically lasts about eight hours daily, Monday through Friday. But as the event approaches, we practice nearly nonstop throughout the day. Since early this year, with qualifiers and then LCQ qualification secured, we’ve hardly taken any breaks.
※ The 2019 Brawl Stars World Finals—the first time a Brazilian team ever reached the global stage—holds deep personal meaning for Bruno Clash, who served as commentator and broadcaster for that event and South America’s coverage at the time.
4Gamer:
Audience numbers should be impressive too?
Bruno:
Last year’s World Championship drew about 30,000 concurrent viewers in Portuguese. This year we’re aiming to surpass 40,000. The offline venue will definitely be packed. In fact, among all BGS events this year, this is unquestionably the biggest esports event. Brazilian fans are giving it everything—more than cheers, they’re screaming (laughs). I truly urge you to experience Brazil’s passionate frenzy firsthand.
4Gamer:
I’ll definitely try it out (laughs). Lastly, any message for Japanese players?
Bruno:
To Japanese players and teams—I’ve always held you in the highest respect. The way Japan’s professional Brawl Stars teams play, their strategies—those have long been our inspiration. We’ve watched your top players with admiration, and I want to express my gratitude and blessings. Of course, we also hope for Brazilian victory—but honestly, we love chasing after Japanese teams. In fact, Asia is the second most-watched region in my broadcasts. When I stream Asian tournaments, live viewership often reaches 3,000–4,000—more than North America (laughs). Even though our streams go up at midnight or 3 AM Brazilian time, we still get around 4,000 real-time viewers. That’s incredible. We’ve learned so much from the Japanese Brawl Stars community—you have my deepest thanks!
4Gamer:
Thank you very much! The main event starts tomorrow—looking forward to it!
—— October 9, 2025