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During the first night of the six-episode tournament, 8 teams will converge in an arena of minefield and hazards for the ultimate shot at glory during the Qualifiers round. Each match will consist of a single three– minute bout in which the goal is to completely destroy or disable the opponent. If there is no knockout during the three-minute battle, the panel of judges will declare a victor to move onto the next round. Competitors range from NASA engineers, to teenage students, to everyone in between — each with one goal — to claim the ultimate title and walk away with the grand cash prize.

The Battle Begins: Qualifiers Part 1

The remaining teams face off during another Qualifiers round where they will converge in an arena of minefields and hazards for the ultimate shot at glory. In addition to the 8 battles, four wild card teams will be selected to round out the championship round of 16. Each match will consist of a single three-minute bout in which the goal is to completely destroy or disable the opponent. If there is no knockout during the three-minute battle, the panel of judges will declare a victor to move onto the next round. 

Crunch Time: Qualifiers Part 2

Full Metal Bracket: Round of 16 Part 1

Last Chance to Advance: Round of 16 Part 2

The four quarterfinal matches determine who moves on to the semifinals.

The Great 8: Quarterfinals

One Bot Rules Them All: The Championship

Twelve robots face off in a series of matches to earn the final four spots in the championship.

The Gears Awaken

The first round of next-generation robots go head-to-head as 32 teams (out of 48) converge in an arena full of hazards for the chance to advance out of the qualifying round in pursuit of the championship. Judging the matches are former “BattleBots” competitor and special effects artist Fon Davis, the face of “Nerdist,” Jessica Chobot, and special guest judge Adam Savage (“MythBusters”).

Robots Activate: Qualifying Round Begins

The first round of next-generation robots go head to head, as the remaining 16 teams (out of 48) converge in an arena full of hazards for the chance to advance out of the qualifying round in pursuit of the championship.

There Will Be Bot Blood: The Qualifying Round Concludes

The next-generation robots continue to go head to head as the first half of the 32 remaining teams battle on in pursuit of the championship. This round consists of 24 teams that won their qualifying bout, plus 8 wild-card teams picked by the judges.

We’re Gonna Need a Bigger Bracket: The Round of 32, Part 1

The next-generation robots continue to go head to head as the last half of the 32 remaining teams battle on in pursuit of the championship. This round consists of 24 teams that won their qualifying bout, plus 8 wild-card teams picked by the judges.

Shake, Battle, and Roll: The Round of 32, Part 2

The next-generation robots continue to go head to head as the last of the 32 remaining teams battle on in pursuit of the championship. This round consists of 24 teams that won their qualifying bout, plus 8 wild-card teams picked by the judges. Guest judge: Vernon Davis.

The Good, the Bot, and the Ugly: The Round of 32 Concludes

The first 8 of the remaining 16 teams battle on in pursuit of the championship. YouTube persona Michael Stevens (Vsauce) serves as guest judge.

Not So Sweet 16: The Round of 16 Part 1

The last 8 of the remaining 16 teams battle on in pursuit of the championship. YouTube persona Michael Stevens (Vsauce) serves as guest judge.

Rise of the Machines: The Round of 16 Part 2

The Quarter finals. Any one of these bots could take the championship, but who will be?

Gr8 Expectations: The Quarterfinals

On the night of champions, 2 semifinal matches start things off, followed by a 3-team rumble, and then the championship fight. Who will win the Giant Nut?

One Shining Bot: The Championship

The BattleBots season begins as the legends of robot combat put it all on the line for a shot at the 2018 World Championship.

It's Robot Fighting Time!

Fan favorites Yeti and Witch Doctor face off in a world-class fight as top competitors battle to earn their spot in the postseason tournament.

Are You Yeti to Rumble?

BattleBots legends Hypershock and Biteforce face off in an epic showdown, while up-and-comers try to prove they have what it takes to be crowned 2018 BattleBots World Champion.

Everyone Wants To Be The Hotshot

Reigning champion Tombstone takes on the legendary Gigabyte as the battles heat up to take home the renowned BattleBots trophy.

There's No Tapping Out in Battlebots!

Just Keep Spinning

World-class robots Bronco and Bombshell go head-to-head as the elite group of robots compete for the title of 2018 BattleBots World Champion.

It's a Flippin' Robot Party!

Rookie bot End Game and former BattleBots champ Bite Force duke it out in an action-packed night of battles.

It's Fork Lifting Time!

BattleBots royalty Bronco and Lock-Jaw fight to the death as the competition for 2018 BattleBots World Champion gets fierce.

I'm Here to Kick Some Bot

BattleBots elite Icewave and Skorpios square off in an epic throwdown, and the rest of the bots battle to secure their spots in the Sweet 16.

Ice, Ice, Baby

Undefeated bots Bronco and Duck! duke it out in the battlebox as the race to become BattleBots World Champion heats up.

A Smashing Good Time

In a special last-chance tournament, eight bots battle it out for one of the last spots in the 2018 World Championship Sweet 16.

The Desperado Tournament

Reigning champion Tombstone and newcomer Whiplash fight to the finish as an advanced group of bots go head-to-head in the BattleBox

This is BattleBots!

Minotaur continues its quest for the BattleBots title in an epic fight with Blacksmith, a rematch two years in the making.

The Rematch

Undefeated bots Bronco and Sawblaze battle to the death to preserve their perfect records in a night of epic clashes.

It's Going to Be a Flippin' Blast!

In a special tournament, Battlebots Team USA takes on bots from around the world in an international showdown of combat robotics.

USA vs the World

Minotaur goes head-to-head with Subzero in an ultimate smackdown as the two bots try and secure their spots in the World Championship.

A Bull in a Bot Shop

Brutus, Warhawk, and End Game fight for a guaranteed spot, as the last round of bots put everything on the line to make it into the Sweet 16 round.

Last Chance Rumble

The Sweet 16 round kicks off with an epic night of fights featuring Tombstone, Minotaur, and Lock-Jaw, as the group of elite bots begin the battle to become the 2018 BattleBots World Champion.

It’s Tournament Time

This episode brings you all the action from the right side of the Bracket down to the Quarter Finals!

The Tournament

The 2018 season of BattleBots concludes with the World Championship Semi-Finals, Finals and awarding of the Giant Nut!

2018 World Championship Semi-Finals & Finals

That's what you call a KO!

BattleBots 2018 finalist Minotaur goes head-to-head with Whiplash as a new group of 14 new bots make their debut in the 2019 competition.

You Mess With the Bull, You Get the Drum

BattleBots Champion Bite Force squares off against famed bot Yeti, while another legendary builder returns to the competition with a brand-new epic bot.

Don't FLIP OUT!

Bronco might be fighting for the first time

A Duck Only A Mother Could Love

The stakes get higher when teams on the brink start to feel the heat, and as the clash continues, undefeated bots Son of Whyachi and the Ewerts look to continue their reign of terror.

A Family Affair

Competition gets fierce as the teams set their sights on making it into the top 16, and when defending champ Bite Force takes on legendary flipper Bronco, top teams are pushed to the brink.

Buckers and Brawlers

As the tournament heats up, the field of vicious robots gear up to guarantee their spot in the Top 16, and in the Main Event bout, Tombstone and Rotator look settle a year-long feud once and for all.

The Most Destructive Robot

Eight bots on the brink go head-to-head in the last-chance Desperado tournament, and in one insane night, fighters on the edge of elimination take one final shot at redemption.

The second half of the tournament kicks off with the most elite bots in history facing off for the coveted trophy, and in the Main Event, undefeated bots Whiplash and Witch Doctor look to end an enemy's hot streak.

Eyes on the Prize

The competition heats up as the teams start to feel the pressure, and undefeated Hypershock looks to take down the reigning champ, Bite Force.

Flips, Fires, and Flinches

As the Top 16 looms closer, a group of underdogs gives it their last shot, and in the Main Event, Rotator and undefeated Death Roll bring everything they have to the BattleBox.

Like a Bot to a Flame

This is Gonna be Huge

One Flipper to Rule Them All

When a surprising twist blows the competition wide open, the world's greatest bots redouble their efforts to win a spot in the knockout round.

Live to Die Another Day

The 2019 BattleBots World Championship kicks off an epic Sweet 16 competition, as the deadliest bots across the globe battle it out for the ultimate prize.

My Super Sweet 16

After a dramatic season of robot warfare, eight of the greatest bots in the world face off to stake their claim in becoming the 2019 BattleBots World Champion and take home the Giant Nut.

2019 BattleBots World Championship

Hard-hitting, steel-splitting combat returns as 60 teams converge for a tournament of all-out robotic carnage! Jack Barker from End Game finally gets the match he's been waiting for as he squares off with Ray Billings and his lethal bot Tombstone.

Return of the Bots

Let the Big Bot Battle Begin

Legendary hammer-bot Beta returns to face off with Rotator, one of the deadliest horizontal spinners on the planet. Later, two rising stars attempt to stake their claim in the contest as Gruff pits its duel-flamethrowers against Hypershock.

Stop! Hammer Time!

Former Giant Nut winner Tombstone takes on rookie Slap Box and the part-frog, part-killer robot Ribbot takes on the feline-inspired MadCatter. Giant walker-bot Chomp makes its debut and End Game takes on Bloodsport in a messy main event.

Blood, Sweat and Gears

Giant Nut runner up Witch Doctor faces off against Kraken and both are desperate to not go 0-2. Vegas newcomer Jackpot rolls the dice against the veteran Ghost Raptor and veteran flipper Hydra has a very big surprise in store.

Sin City Slasher

Sparks are flying at the midpoint of the season as Valkyrie and Rotator square off in a battle of hard-hitting horizontal spinners. Undefeated bots Malice and MadCatter duke it out and Uppercut takes on bad-bot Sawblaze in an explosive main event.

Battle of the Undefeated

Slick-driving Whiplash looks to get its championship aspirations back on track against Gruff's menacing flamethrowers. Underdog Rusty tries attempts to upset veteran Beta, and Hypershock locks horns with Mammoth in a gear-grinding showdown.

Turning Up the Heat

Desperate to avoid a winless season, Huge faces Kraken. Its veteran vs. rookie as Lock-Jaw fights Jackpot -- only one can go 3-0.

Hit the Jackpot!

Tonight every fight has Championship consequences. In the Main Event, Copperhead and Black Dragon battle for high seedings; all the rest are fighting for survival. A win means life; a loss and it's time to power down for good.

Now or Never

The World Championship qualifiers reach their climax, with Hydra facing Uppercut and Whiplash against Valkyrie in two ferocious final battles. Only then can the top 32 finalists finally be revealed. Who will be top seed and who will be out?

Qualify! Or Wave Goodbye!

The 2020 BattleBots World Championship kicks off with the Round of 32.

Survive and Advance

The 2020 BattleBots World Championship continues with the second half of the Round of 32.

We're Beast Slayin' Tonight!

It's the penultimate episode of the season. Just 16 bots remain -- and eight will die in the BattleBox tonight. For the victors, they'll be just two fights away from getting their hands on the most coveted trophy in robotic sports -- The Giant Nut.

Shock and Awe

The BattleBots World Championship Tournament reaches its climax as the remaining eight bots battle to hoist The Giant Nut. Who will be crowned champion of the world?

The World Championship Finals

Fire and fury in the BattleBox as the new season kicks off with a bang. Buckle up as bots from around the globe return to the BattleBox to face off in the world’s top robot combat tournament.

Slash and Burn!

The season heats up as Kraken, Yeti and deadly Rotator enter the Box for the 1st time.  More carnage in Sin City as 14 killer bots enter the arena. Legendary drum-spinner Yeti returns to the fray after a year’s absence. Rusty is back too – but will his Mum’s popcorn bowl be enough protection against the deadly weapon of his first opponent?

I Like Big Bots (That Will Not Die)

In Las Vegas, the action reaches fever pitch as more bots make their season debuts. Seasoned veterans return to the BattleBox to relive their glory years, while new Giant Nut contenders are determined to make a splash.

Ducks, Dragons, Killer Snakes – What a Zoo!

With World Championship qualification on their minds, many of the best bots on the planet put it all on the line trying to win their second match up of the qualifying round.

Out With the Old

Desperate bots take desperate measures to avoid the 0-2, while rookies enter the fray.   The march towards The Giant Nut continues as several fan-favorite bots face dropping to a dreaded 0-2 start.

Let's Uppercut to the Chase

A legend has to overcome not only their opponent, but personal tragedy. A legendary driver and his teammates attempt to overcome not only their opponent, but personal tragedy - as the second half of the World Championship Qualifiers begins.

Bigger Than Bots.

There's fire, ice, and even robot dancing in this week's amazing Clashfest. It’s a symphony of destruction as a fresh group of bots look to leave their mark on the 2021 season with a signature victory. And the night reaches a crescendo.

Edges, Wedges, and Wheels

As the World Championship approaches, for many teams it’s do or die. Shocking upsets shake up the entire competition. And with the World Championship looming, it’s the last chance for many teams to make a statement that they belong in the Round.

Flip The Script

Fourteen bots compete in their last bouts of the qualifying round!  The penultimate week of the qualifying round has fourteen of the field’s most destructive bots vying for a kick at The Giant Nut! In a tactically tantalizing Main Event.

Put Up or Shut Up

It's do-or-die, as Qualifying fights wrap up & the Round of 32 is revealed.  It's the Selection Show! The Qualifying Rounds wrap up with 7 must-win matchups, as many fan faves try to secure a spot in the World Championship.

To the Victor, go the Spoils

We’ve arrived. Let the World Championship Tournament of BattleBots begin! The World Championship Tournament has arrived! Only one team will hoist the most coveted trophy in the sport, the Giant Nut. The defending champions, End Game, are ready to defend

Where Champions are Born

The first elimination round reaches its climax – who will survive to join the Final 16? It’s all on the line for 16 killer bots as the round of 32 concludes. Spinners, lifters and flippers battle for survival

8 to Go

Just 16 bots remain in the World Championship – now it’s a fight to the death. The march towards The Giant Nut rages on as the final 16 bots fight for survival! The best of the best are left, but only 8.

Round of 16

A champion is crowned tonight. By the end of tonight’s season finale, a new team will hoist the Giant Nut and be crowned BattleBots World Champion. It’s winner takes all, as the final 8 bots face off in the ultimate robotic fight.

The Finals

In the fight capital of the world, a new tournament kicks off for robotic combat's hottest trophy: The Golden Bolt. But first the robots must face the toughest battle ever seen in Vegas: the Sin City Slugfest. Starring: Gigabyte.

Let the Slugfest Begin

Tonight's quest is to beat Desperado champion Lock-Jaw. But first eight bots have to fight to the death in the Sin City Slugfest. Only one will survive to face the veteran and qualify for the exclusive Golden Bolt tournament of champions.

The Slugfest Continues

Eight hopefuls slug it out to the death for the right to take on Rotator. The winner will compete for the exclusive Golden Bolt. Will Rotator live up to its reputation or will another bot triumph and join the group of champions?

The Slugfest (3)

The Sin City Slugfest continues as eight bots go head-to-head for a chance to punch a ticket to the Golden Bolt Tournament. Fan favorites like Blade, Bloodsport and Kraken must first win three straight fights and then overcome the formidable Skorpios.

The Slugfest (4)

The final Sin City Slugfest blasts off. Eight contenders must fight to the death -- only one will survive to take on Witch Doctor, gatekeeper of the last vacant spot in the Golden Bolt Tournament. Who will join the field of Champions?

The Final Slugfest

After the ferocious Sin City Slugfest, the 5 new Champions join 3 Giant Nut winners for one night of carnage in the BattleBox. At stake is BattleBots’ newest trophy: The Golden Bolt.

The Golden Bolt

The BattleBots World Championship VII gets underway with a loaded opening fight card. Tantrum the Champion begins its defense of the Giant Nut with a tumultuous Main Event against the Brazilian Bull Minotaur. Let the Bot Battles Begin!

ROBOTS, READY!!!

It's week two of the world championship season and the fight card is full of veteran favorites, hotshot rookies and carnage. Among the highlights is End Game versus Blip.

What the Flip?

The international cast of murderous machines doles out more serious robot punishment in the third round of World Championship qualifiers. The night’s climax is a shocking Main Event when two of the world's deadliest bots collide: Hydra vs. Rotator.

Strike While the Bot's Hot

The journey to qualify for the World Championship heats up as Quantum and Gruff look to start the season with a strong 2-0 start. Meanwhile iconic veterans Hypershock and Whiplash try to avoid the opposite — a disastrous 0 and 2.

0 and 2. Am I Through?

Two teams with bad blood, Madcatter and Riptide, look to settle a score. It’s just one tense highlight in an action-packed fight card as the contenders battle to raise their place in the BattleBots hierarchy.

Bad Blood

Current world champion Tantrum is up against the ropes and faces the formidable flipping force of Hydra. New fan favorite, the pizza-themed Ripperoni, faces off against End Game.

Robot Redemption

In Vegas, where dreams are made and broken, the stakes are climbing for 14 more teams in the World Championship qualifiers. Expect an extra big helping of destruction as Cobalt and Minotaur collide in a Main Event so violent, it should be rated "R."

Violent Night

Some of the biggest names in the sport are jockeying for top seeds in the fight card. Huge looks to keep its perfect season intact, Quantum hopes to go 3-0 against the unkillable Black Dragon, Beta has a showdown with Shatter, and Blip faces its sister team Tantrum.

Mirror, Mirror

As teams take on their third qualifying fight of the season, some are in dire need of a season-saving victory while others look to storm ahead to a top seed in the World Championship Tournament. It's nonstop action and carnage, and it all builds to a kill-or-be-killed main event between two superstars—End Game and HyperShock.

You Want a Pizza Me?

World Championship VII has reached week 10, and the pressure is on! We’re about two-thirds of the way through the qualifiers, and with the Round of 32 just a few weeks away, time is running out for teams to make lasting impressions and prove they’re tournament-material. Tonight will be no different, as we’ve got an eclectic mix of hard-hitting favorites.

Mid-Season Mayhem

Buckle up for a bumpy ride. For some of tonight’s teams, it’s Do or Die – they must either win the battle or go home. And there’s a Main Event so violent, sparks will be bouncing off the BattleBox, as one robot dies and the other fries. But will victory go to Bloodsport or Rotator?

Never Say Die

With the World Championship VII tournament just around the corner, the race for the Giant Nut kicks into top gear. Tonight’s fight card features some of the biggest names in the sport jockeying for tournament seedings in their final fight of the qualifying rounds. And in what could be a preview of this year’s Championship Final, in the MAIN Event, for the first time ever SawBlaze will face the formidable flipping power of Hydra.

Jaws and Claws

With dreams of World Championship glory only a few weeks away, anxious, desperate, and dangerous robots are barreling into the arena and putting everything on the line. Tonight, more teams will wrap up their qualifying season with their fourth and final fight. While some seek a coveted top seed in the tournament, others just want to avoid a humiliating defeat. As the roller coaster ride to the Giant Nut nears its apex, it’s the last chance to hop on board for the ultimate robot ride.

Pizza Party

Black Dragon has never been knocked out; Riptide has destroyed every opponent in seconds; these two formidable foes face each other in the ultimate match up.

The Unbeatables

BattleBots promises to wow viewers with next generation robots—bigger, faster and stronger than ever before. The show will focus on the design and build of each robot, the bot builder backstories, their intense pursuit of the championship and the spectacle of the event.

The Best Seasons of BattleBots

The Best Seasons of BattleBots

Season 9

Season 8

Season 6

Season 1

Season 2

Season 3

Season 4

Season 5

Season 7