RDPT PLUS Brings a Championship Focus to Jeju This April

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Updated: 2026.01.04

The Red Dragon Poker Tour returns to Jeju this April with the launch of RDPT PLUS , a new series designed around depth, structure, and clearly defined championship moments. Running from April 10 to 21 at Les A Casino, formerly Landing Casino , RDPT PLUS moves away from the crowded festival model and instead presents a tightly curated lineup built for players who value endurance and long-form competition.

Rather than overwhelming the calendar with volume, RDPT PLUS leans into purpose. Each event is positioned to matter, whether it is a multi-day title, a high-stakes showdown, or a specialist format that rewards adaptability. The result is a series that feels deliberate from start to finish.

A KRW 1.8 Billion Main Event at the Center of the Series

At the heart of RDPT PLUS sits the Red Dragon+ Championship, a KRW 4,000,000 buy-in Main Event backed by a confirmed KRW 1.8 billion guaranteed prize pool. Multiple starting flights give players flexibility, while long levels and a staged progression reinforce the tournament’s championship identity. This is a Main Event designed to develop naturally, allowing skill and composure to surface as the field narrows.

The event unfolds across several days, with a deep Day 2 followed by extended play leading into a structured final phase. The broader schedule shows how the Main Event is supported by a strong undercard rather than competing for attention, giving it the space and gravity expected of a true flagship tournament.

Championship Prizes That Go Beyond the Payout

Winning at RDPT has never been just about the prize money, and RDPT PLUS continues that tradition. Champions in qualifying numbered trophy events will receive the iconic RDPT Championship Jacket, a long-standing symbol of achievement within the tour and a reward that has become closely associated with RDPT titles.

Alongside the jacket, RDPT PLUS will also introduce a championship bracelet, with further details to be revealed at a later stage. It adds another layer to how major titles from the series are marked, reinforcing the idea that winning at RDPT PLUS is meant to be remembered beyond the final table.

A Balanced Schedule That Builds Momentum From Day One

The series opens on April 10 with immediate variety. Opening-day action blends bounty formats, mixed games, and turbo options alongside the first major multi-flight events, ensuring momentum from the very start. Early flights of The Dragon Awakening set the tone, offering a deep structure while keeping the pace moving.

As the days progress, RDPT PLUS avoids dead zones. Multi-day events, single-day championships, and faster formats are interwoven so players can shift gears without feeling forced into filler tournaments. The schedule is designed to keep meaningful options available at all times.

High Rollers With Clear Runway and Structure

The high-stakes narrative builds steadily rather than arriving in isolated bursts. Dragon’s Gate High Roller kicks things off early, before the Red Dragon Prestige High Roller takes center stage from April 13 to 15. These events are given room to breathe, allowing deep play and proper progression.

Later in the series, the Super U Challenge brings an USDT 8,000 buy-in to the schedule, followed by the Red Dragon Prestige Super High Roller with an USDT 20,000 entry point. Together, they form a clear elite tier, creating a coherent high-roller arc rather than scattered headline moments.

Bounty Formats That Reward Pressure and Adaptation

Bounty events play a meaningful role throughout RDPT PLUS, adding layers of strategy without turning into novelty. Progressive knockout formats and mystery bounties are spread across the series, including The Dragon’s Hoard and the Dragon Egg Mystery Bounty, each offering multiple starting flights.

These tournaments are structured to shift incentives as fields thin and bounty values rise. Aggression is rewarded, but only when paired with timing and awareness, keeping the competitive balance intact.

Baby Dragon+ and the Strength of the Mid-Stakes Core

Mid-stakes players are not an afterthought at RDPT PLUS Jejur. The Baby Dragon+ anchors the middle of the schedule, running across multiple starting flights, including turbo options, before progressing to a structured Day 2. It sits cleanly between the flagship events and the high rollers, offering a clear title target without overlap pressure.

Alongside it, a steady rotation of mixed games, specialty formats, and single-day championships ensures depth across buy-in levels, reinforcing the series’ identity as balanced rather than top-heavy.

USDT Buy-Ins Open the Series Further to International Players

RDPT PLUS also marks a shift in how international players can access select events. For the first time, tournaments with USD buy-ins will officially accept USDT as part of the series structure, rather than on a case-by-case request basis.

This change streamlines registration for traveling players and reflects RDPT’s growing international footprint, making it easier for overseas participants to take part while maintaining the integrity of the buy-in structure.

RDPT PLUS Sets a Clear Identity for April

RDPT PLUS is not trying to be everything at once. A KRW 1.8 billion guaranteed Main Event, a defined high-roller ladder, meaningful bounty formats, championship prizes, and improved international accessibility all point in the same direction.

For players heading to Jeju this April, RDPT PLUS offers a series where structure matters, titles carry weight, and the journey to a win feels every bit as important as the result.

Early Bird Packages and a Hosted Experience in Jeju

Three Main Event-focused options are available, including the RDPT PLUS Elevated Journey Package, the Dragon & Egg Package, and the Red Dragon Plus Championship Trio Package, which is offered exclusively for groups of three players.

Main Event Packages

1. RDPT PLUS Elevated Journey – KRW 9,680,000 (8 Marriott nights) or KRW 9,440,000 (8 Landing Casino nights) includes entry to Baby Dragon Plus, a Universal Tournament Voucher worth KRW 2,800,000, and the Red Dragon Plus Championship, along with eight nights of accommodation at the selected property.

2. Dragon and Egg – KRW 8,960,000 (5 Marriott nights) or KRW 8,800,000 (5 Landing Casino nights) includes entry to the Red Dragon Plus Championship and the Dragon Egg Mystery Bounty, together with five nights of accommodation at either Marriott or Landing.

3. Red Dragon Plus Championship Trio – KRW 13,080,000 (8 Somerset nights) or KRW 12,990,000 (6 Somerset nights) is available exclusively for groups of three players and includes entry to the Red Dragon Plus Championship, along with accommodation in a three-bedroom Somerset apartment for the selected duration.

High Roller Packages

4. High Roller Supreme – KRW 17,000,000 plus USDT 8,000 includes entry to Dragon’s Gate High Roller, the Red Dragon Prestige High Roller, the Super U Challenge, and the Red Dragon Plus Championship, along with twelve complimentary nights at Marriott.

5. Super U Supreme – USDT 28,000 includes entry to the Super U Challenge and the Red Dragon Prestige Super High Roller, together with either five nights in a Marriott suite or eleven nights at Marriott.

6. Red Dragon Prestige – KRW 8,000,000 includes entry to the Red Dragon Prestige High Roller and three complimentary nights at Marriott.

Opening Event Package

7. Grand Opening Special – KRW 4,060,000 includes entry to The Dragon Awakening Day 1a and Baby Dragon Plus, along with five nights accommodation at Landing.

RDPT PLUS offers a range of Early Bird Packages designed to guide players through the series as a connected experience rather than a set of isolated entries. Built around RDPT’s signature events, the packages are structured to create continuity across the schedule, appealing to players who want to commit to a longer run rather than a single tournament stop.

Alongside tournament entry, RDPT PLUS places strong emphasis on player support and logistics, particularly for international visitors. Accommodation offers form part of the wider package framework, with clear communication provided before arrival.

Once in Jeju, players can expect a hosted experience that includes dedicated airport pickup and direct transfers to official hotels, removing unnecessary friction from travel and registration. Early Bird Package enquiries are handled directly through RDPT’s official social media channels via @playreddragon, allowing players to receive details and assistance through a single, direct point of contact.

For enquiries and assistance, players can contact the RDPT team via WhatsApp at +82 10-7246-1688 or Telegram at +82 10-7246-1688, or follow @playreddragon on Facebook, Instagram, and X for updates, package information, and registration support. All contact options below are linked for easy access.