The first-ever CS2 Major ended with Natus Vincere winning, but the next one is just around the corner. BRAZY blog has gathered everything you need to know about the upcoming CS2 Major in Shanghai, China. Here’s your guide to all the key details: dates, teams, prize pool, organizers, and much more!
When And Where Will The Next CS2 Major Take Place?
The next CS2 Major will be held in Shanghai, China, from November 30 to December 15, 2024. The opening will occur from November 30 to December 3, followed by the qualifying stage from December 5 to 8, and the playoffs will end on December 12 to 15. The initial rounds will be held at the Shanghai World Expo Convention and Exhibition Center, and the final matches will move to the Shanghai East Sports Center. This arena can accommodate up to 18,000 fans.
Opening stage: November 30 – December 3
Knockout stage: December 5 – 8
Playoffs: December 12 – 15
Who Organizes The CS2 Major in Shanghai?
The Shanghai Major is headed by the Chinese company Perfect World, which is holding its first CS2 Major. Perfect World has teamed up with PGL, an experienced organizer of tournaments such as PGL Major Copenhagen. Together, they have a three-year strategic partnership, under which PGL will provide English-language broadcasting of the event.
Who Will Compete in The CS2 Shanghai Major?
There is only a month left before the start of the competition, but the full lineup of teams has not yet been approved. The qualifying tournament will be the Regional Major Ranking (RMR) in November, which will be held in Shanghai to simplify the process of selecting teams for the final stage.
• The 24 tickets will be distributed across the regions as follows:
• Europe: 14 teams (8 will advance to the selection stage)
• Asia: 3 teams
• America: 7 teams
This allocation takes into account regional performances at previous events, with Asia and the Americas earning additional spots after strong performances at the PGL Major in Copenhagen. This way, teams are not only playing for their ambitions but also for regional pride.
Asia Pacific RMR (November 11-13)
Teams such as The MongolZ and FlyQuest are considered favorites, while DRILLAS received fan support thanks to the popular streamer Ohnepixel. Among the eight contenders, three places are up for grabs, including:
• The MongoIZ
• FlyQuest
• Rare Atom
• Lynn Vision
• DRILLAS
• GR Gaming
• Talon
• Alter Ego
Americas RMR (November 12-15)
With seven spots available, teams such as FURIA Esports, Team Liquid, and Complexity Gaming are leading the competition, and the Swiss format tournament promises surprises in the early Best-of-1 rounds. Among the key participants are
• FURIA Esports
• Team Liquid
• PaiN Gaming
• Complexity Gaming
• M80
• 9z Team
• MIBR
• Legacy
• Imperial team
• Wildcard
• BESTIA
• Nouns of eSports
• RED Canids
• KRU Esports
• Boss
• Case Esports
European RMR A (November 17-20)
Europe brings fierce competition with Natus Vincere, Team Vitality, and FaZe Clan leading the way. A notable storyline is the return of s1mple with Team Falcons looking to bounce back from recent setbacks. Among the participating teams are
• Natus Vincere
• Team Vitality
• FaZe Clan
• MOUZ
• SAW
• Team Falcons
• Sangal Esports
• BetBoom Team
• Fnatic
• GamerLegion
• Nemiga
• Cloud9
• SINNERS Esports
• Dynamo Eclot
• Rebels Gaming
• Unity Esports
European RMR B (November 21-24)
The European RMR B looks well-balanced considering the hype surrounding Astralis and their recent roster changes. Among the key contenders are
• G2 Esports
• Team Spirit
• Virtus.pro
• Eternal Fire
• Heroic
• Astralis
• BIG
• 3DMAX
• Ninjas in Pyjamas
• B8
• Aurora Gaming
• Passion UA
• PARIVISION
• 9Pandas
• Sashi Esport
• TSM
Prize Pool And Awards
The prize pool of the CS2 Major will be $1.25 million, which is the same as the prize pool of the PGL Major Copenhagen. The champions will receive $500,000, and the teams that are eliminated in the first round will share $10,000.
It is noteworthy that each team at the Major will have its game stickers, which will provide additional revenue and ensure that the prize pool is only one element of their competitive drive.
The Shanghai Major promises to be an unforgettable event with high stakes and fierce competition that will bring together the best CS2 players from around the world. We hope for really cool quality and new stars!
