THE PERFECT WORLD SHANGHAI MAJOR 2024

The Perfect World Shanghai Major 2024 is set to be a significant event in the Counter-Strike 2 esports calendar. This major tournament will take place from November 30 to December 15, 2024, and promises to attract top teams from around the world, competing for a substantial prize pool of $1,250,000.

 

Event Overview

  • Organizer: Perfect World
  • Location:
    • Opening & Elimination Stages at Shanghai World Expo Exhibition & Convention Center
    • Playoff Stage at Shanghai Oriental Sports Center
  • Total Teams: 24

 

Tournament Format

 

The Shanghai Major will feature a structured format divided into three main stages:

  1. Opening Stage (November 30 - December 3):
    • Format: Swiss System with 16 teams.
    • Match Types:
      • Elimination and Advancement matches are Best of 3 (Bo3).
      • All other matches are Best of 1 (Bo1).
    • The top 8 teams will advance to the Elimination Stage, while the bottom 8 will be eliminated.
  2. Elimination Stage (December 5 - December 8):
    • Similar format as the Opening Stage.
    • Again, the top 8 teams will move on to the Playoff Stage.
  3. Playoff Stage (December 12 - December 15):
    • A single-elimination bracket where all matches are Best of 3.

 

Teams

Here’s a breakdown of the participating teams

  1. Vitality
  2. MOUZ
  3. BIG
  4. 3DMAX
  5. FaZe Clan
  6. NAVI
  7. Cloud9
  8. G2 Esports
  9. HEROIC
  10. Virtus.pro
  11. Fnatic
  12. GamerLegion
  13. Passion UA
  14. Spirit
  15. FURIA Esports
  16. Team Liquid
  17. Complexity Gaming
  18. paiN Gaming
  19. MIBR
  20. Imperial Esports
  21. Wildcard
  22. The MongolZ
  23. Rare Atom
  24. FlyQuest

This diverse roster includes some of the best teams in the world, showcasing a mix of established powerhouses and rising contenders in the CS2 scene.

 

Prize Distribution

 

The prize pool of $1,250,000 will be distributed among the participants as follows:

1st $500,000

2nd $170,000

3rd $80,000

5th-8th $45,000 each

9th-11th $20,000 each

12th-14th $20,000 each

15th-16th $20,000 each

17th-19th $10,000 each

20th-22nd $10,000 each

23rd-24th$10,000 each

 

 

Broadcast and Talent

 

The event will feature notable personalities in the esports community:

  • Desk Hosts: Richard Lewis and Tech Girl (Sam Wright)
  • Interviewers: James Banks and Pala

 

Conclusion

 

The Perfect World Shanghai Major is not just another tournament; it’s a chance for teams to showcase their skills on a global stage. With a significant prize pool and a well-structured format, this major is expected to draw attention from fans and players alike. Keep an eye on the participating teams as they prepare for this exciting competition!

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