FGC on Capcom Cup 11's Prize Pool

FGC on Capcom Cup 11's Prize Pool

Drama

06 March 2025 13:51

Ahead of Capcom Cup 11, the FGC has raised concerns over the event's prize pool distribution. With a total of $1,282,000 in prize money, the breakdown has drawn significant criticism for its imbalance, particularly the large gap between first and second place. The first-place winner will receive a massive $1 million, while second place will earn just $100,000, only 10% of the first-place prize. Third place gets $50,000, and the rest of the top placements are progressively smaller, with eliminations earning $1,500 each.

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A post by Melee content creator Andrew Nestico highlighted the uneven distribution, showing how the prize for first place vastly overshadows the others. This has led to backlash from professional players, including Guilty Gear champion William "Leffen" Hjelte, who called it the "worst" prize pool distribution he’s seen. Critics argue that the prize pool should have been more balanced, with some even comparing it to the infamous 2011 StarCraft tournament that awarded fifth to eighth place with 25 BitCoins.

However, some in the community have defended the distribution, arguing that it raises the stakes and is similar to other esports tournaments with top-heavy prizes. The controversy has sparked widespread debate about fairness in esports prize allocation.

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FGC on Capcom Cup 11's Prize Pool

Drama

06 March 2025 13:51

Tags: Capcom

Ahead of Capcom Cup 11, the FGC has raised concerns over the event's prize pool distribution. With a total of $1,282,000 in prize money, the breakdown has drawn significant criticism for its imbalance, particularly the large gap between first and second place. The first-place winner will receive a massive $1 million, while second place will earn just $100,000, only 10% of the first-place prize. Third place gets $50,000, and the rest of the top placements are progressively smaller, with eliminations earning $1,500 each.

More:Noctem Esports Closes Its Doors

A post by Melee content creator Andrew Nestico highlighted the uneven distribution, showing how the prize for first place vastly overshadows the others. This has led to backlash from professional players, including Guilty Gear champion William "Leffen" Hjelte, who called it the "worst" prize pool distribution he’s seen. Critics argue that the prize pool should have been more balanced, with some even comparing it to the infamous 2011 StarCraft tournament that awarded fifth to eighth place with 25 BitCoins.

However, some in the community have defended the distribution, arguing that it raises the stakes and is similar to other esports tournaments with top-heavy prizes. The controversy has sparked widespread debate about fairness in esports prize allocation.

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