Overwatch 2 FACEIT Legaue Announced

Overwatch 2 FACEIT Legaue Announced

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29 March 2024 07:24

ESL FACEIT Group announced the launch of Overwatch 2 circuit.The league offers a $170k prize pool and a chance to qualify for the Esports World Cup this summer. It's open to players from six regions globally, allowing amateurs to compete against seasoned pros.

The FACEIT League consists of multiple seven-week seasons, with the first running from April 29 to June 9, followed by playoffs from June 10 to June 23. This suggests that the Esports World Cup, or at least Overwatch's participation, will likely occur in July.

The league comprises four divisions: Master: Road to Esports World Cup, Expert, Advanced, and Open. Access to the top three divisions is by invitation only, based on team Elo ratings.

Warren Leigh, Senior Vice President of Product, Digital Platforms at EFG, stated “The response from Overwatch players on FACEIT has exceeded our expectations and illustrates the need for the robust, sustainable structure that we’re building with FACEIT League. With over 50 seasons of Counter-Strike experience building some of the most successful grassroots esports ecosystems, having the opportunity to support the Overwatch community with a bespoke program is incredibly exciting.”

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29 March 2024 07:24

Tags: Overwatch 2 FACEIT

ESL FACEIT Group announced the launch of Overwatch 2 circuit.The league offers a $170k prize pool and a chance to qualify for the Esports World Cup this summer. It's open to players from six regions globally, allowing amateurs to compete against seasoned pros.

The FACEIT League consists of multiple seven-week seasons, with the first running from April 29 to June 9, followed by playoffs from June 10 to June 23. This suggests that the Esports World Cup, or at least Overwatch's participation, will likely occur in July.

The league comprises four divisions: Master: Road to Esports World Cup, Expert, Advanced, and Open. Access to the top three divisions is by invitation only, based on team Elo ratings.

Warren Leigh, Senior Vice President of Product, Digital Platforms at EFG, stated “The response from Overwatch players on FACEIT has exceeded our expectations and illustrates the need for the robust, sustainable structure that we’re building with FACEIT League. With over 50 seasons of Counter-Strike experience building some of the most successful grassroots esports ecosystems, having the opportunity to support the Overwatch community with a bespoke program is incredibly exciting.”

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