Candy Crush All Stars Tournament returns for its fifth iteration this year

Attention all Candy Crush enthusiasts! The excitement is back with the fifth iteration of the Candy Crush All Stars tournament, and this time, it's bigger and better than ever. A staggering $1 million prize pool awaits the champions, so if you're eager to participate, you're in luck—the tournament kicks off today. With last year's staggering 15 million participants, expect fierce competition as you vie for the top spot!

For those new to the All Stars event, let's break it down. This thrilling two-month competition is open to everyone, offering a clear path from qualifiers to knockout rounds and ultimately to the finals. The lucky finalists will head to a live event in Los Angeles, where they'll compete for the largest portion of the $1 million prize pool.

Adding to the excitement this year is the introduction of an official theme song. Who better to energize the contestants than the iconic late '90s band, Smash Mouth, with their hit "All Star"? This anthem is sure to get everyone pumped for the competition.

Crushing it: Ready to dive into Candy Crush Saga and aim for that incredible $1 million prize? You have until March 27th to participate in the qualifiers. From there, you'll advance to 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 Stars Tournament champion!

While you wait for your next match or the finals, why not explore our latest list of the top five new mobile games to try this week? Featuring the best game launches from the past seven days, it's the perfect way to pass the time between your Candy Crush battles.