Intel Extreme Masters (IEM) Katowice 2024 is an upcoming Counter-Strike 2 tournament that promises to be an exciting event for both players and fans. Organized by ESL, this S-Tier tournament will take place from January 31st to February 11th, 2024, at the Spodek Arena in Katowice, Poland. With a prize pool of $1,000,000 USD, the tournament will feature 24 teams competing for the coveted title.
Play-In Stage
The play-in stage of IEM Katowice 2024 will take place from January 31st to February 2nd, 2024. This stage will feature a double-elimination bracket, with opening matches being played in a best-of-one (Bo1) format. The top 8 teams from the play-in stage will qualify for the main event.
Main Event
The main event of IEM Katowice 2024 will take place from February 3rd to February 11th, 2024. The tournament will feature a single-elimination bracket for the quarterfinals and semifinals, with the grand final being played in a best-of-five (Bo5) format. The prize pool will be distributed among the participants as follows:
- 1st place: $400,000
- 2nd place: $200,000
- 3rd-4th place: $100,000 each
- 5th-6th place: $40,000 each
- 7th-8th place: $24,000 each
- 9th-12th place: $16,000 each
- 13th-16th place: $10,000 each
- 17th-20th place: $4,500 each
- 21st-24th place: $2,000 each
Teams
The 24 teams participating in IEM Katowice 2024 have not been announced yet. However, the event is expected to feature some of the best teams from around the world, making it a highly anticipated tournament for Counter-Strike 2 fans.
Broadcast Talent
The broadcast talent for IEM Katowice 2024 has not been announced yet. However, fans can expect a team of experienced commentators and analysts to provide expert commentary and analysis throughout the tournament.
Location
The IEM Katowice 2024 tournament will take place at the Spodek Arena in Katowice, Poland. This state-of-the-art venue is known for hosting some of the biggest esports events in the world, making it the perfect location for this high-stakes Counter-Strike 2 tournament.
IEM Katowice 2024 is shaping up to be an unforgettable event for Counter-Strike 2 fans. With a massive prize pool, top teams, and a world-class venue, this tournament is not to be missed. Stay tuned for more updates on the participating teams, broadcast talent, and format in the coming weeks.