The 2026 poker calendar in Asia is set to begin with a major statement as Gods of Poker (GOP) brings its Titan Assembly festival to Taipei. Hosted at the renowned CTP Asia Poker Arena from January 8 to 18, the 11-day series promises to transform the venue into a battleground for global competitors. With 85 events on the schedule and a combined prize pool guarantee of NTD 42,000,000 (~USD 1,300,000), the festival offers players a lucrative opportunity to start their year with a deep run.
While the seven-figure USD guarantee is a significant draw, the Titan Assembly is capturing attention for its distinct approach to tournament play. The series highlights the brand’s signature Cronus Structure, a format designed to prioritize skill and fair competition over late-stage gambling.
The Cronus Structure: A New Standard for Fairness
Named after the Titan god of time, the Cronus Structure is the defining characteristic of the GOP experience. It directly addresses common frustrations regarding tournament integrity by closing registration after just two levels. This bold format eliminates the advantage often gained by extreme late entries and ensures that every player in the field faces the same strategic challenges from the very first shuffle.
The structure is further optimized by removing filler levels to create a smoother pace without sacrificing playability. Deep opening stacks allow for sophisticated maneuvering early in the game. Additionally, the schedule is built to conclude events at healthier hours. This approach respects players’ time and stamina, ensuring that the competition remains high quality from the first hand to the final river.
Main Event Offers NTD 21 Million Guarantee and Unique Flight Options
The anchor of the festival is the GOP Main Event, running from January 12 to 17. The tournament features a buy-in of NTD 40,000 (~USD 1,300) and boasts a massive guarantee of NTD 21,000,000 (~USD 680,000). Organizers have provided four distinct starting flights, each offering a different blind structure to suit various playing styles.
- Flight A (January 12) features 120-minute and 40-minute levels.
- Flight B (January 13) moves at a slightly faster pace with 90-minute and 30-minute levels.
- Flight C (January 13) is the turbo option with 60-minute and 20-minute levels.
- Flight D (January 14-15) offers the ultimate deep-stack experience.
Flight D is particularly notable for players who thrive in long-structure formats. It is split across two days, with a 240-minute session on Wednesday and a 60-minute session on Thursday. This premium design maximizes play at the deepest stack depths. All surviving players from the starting flights will converge for Day 2 on Friday, January 16, playing down to the Final Day on Saturday, January 17.
High Stakes and Mythology Themed Highlights
The schedule is packed with variety to ensure every type of player finds their niche. The action kicks off with the GOP Olympians from January 8 to 10. This opener carries an accessible NTD 12,000 buy-in and a robust NTD 3,000,000 guarantee.
Players looking for higher stakes have multiple opportunities to compete. The Demigods Challenge on January 10 requires a NTD 330,000 buy-in. Shortly after, the GOP Super High Roller runs from January 11 to 12 with a NTD 230,000 buy-in and an NTD 3,000,000 guarantee.
For those who enjoy the thrill of mystery bounties, Pandora’s Mystery Bounty takes place January 10 to 11, featuring an NTD 18,000 buy-in and a NTD 3,000,000 prize pool guarantee.
The series closes strong with several major events on the final weekend. The GOP High Roller (January 17-18) guarantees NTD 3,500,000 for a NTD 120,000 buy-in. Simultaneously, the Kraken Stack offers big value with an NTD 24,000 buy-in and an NTD 3,000,000 guarantee. Other notable mentions include the Titan Stack (January 11-12) and the Mini Main Event (January 16-17), ensuring continuous action throughout the festival.
Streamlined Registration with Skip the Line
To manage the influx of players at the CTP Asia Poker Arena, GOP has introduced a “Skip the Line” initiative. All newcomers must create a GOP Player Account online prior to entering any event. This process generates a unique GOP ID linked to tournament seats and payouts.
Setting up an account in advance allows players to bypass peak-hour queues and get straight to the tables. Registration remains open on-site until the specified cut-off times for each event, but online pre-registration is highly recommended for a seamless arrival experience.
