eXTREMESLAND is thrilled to announce the return of the ZOWIE eXTREMESLAND CS Asia Open for 2024, bringing back one of Asia’s most exciting esports tournaments with the theme ‘Break Limits!’. Featuring 16 top teams from across the region and a prize pool of $100,000, this year’s tournament is set to showcase high-level competition, cutting-edge production, and some of the best Counter-Strike talent in Asia. The tournament will culminate in a Grand Final in mid-January 2025 in the vibrant city of Shanghai, making it one of the most awaited events in the esports calendar.
Last year, eXTREMESLAND reignited the excitement for CS players with an invitational event, where eight teams from around the world battled fiercely for the championship title in Shanghai. The tournament left lasting memories for both players and fans across the Asia-Pacific region.
Open Tournament Format Returns for 2024
In 2024, eXTREMESLAND is returning to an open tournament format, welcoming more national teams to compete after overcoming a series of tough challenges. Embracing the theme ‘Break Limits!’, this tournament highlights eXTREMESLAND’s commitment to serving the Asia-Pacific CS community by pushing the boundaries of competition and showcasing the region’s best talent.
The tournament will feature 16 top teams that have emerged from local qualifiers representing regions including Vietnam, Mongolia, Australia, Thailand, China, India, Singapore, Korea, the Philippines, and the Middle East. The regional representatives will be announced starting in November. These teams will face off in a series of intense matches, leading up to the Grand Final in Shanghai, where the ultimate champions will be crowned.
Supporting the Growth of Esports in India
Speaking about the tournament, Rajeev Singh, Managing Director of BenQ India and South Asia, commented, “We are delighted to continue supporting Indian esports and playing our part in this ongoing revolution. Gaming is a key sector for BenQ India, and it’s only set to grow further. Our gaming monitors have a long-standing reputation for delivering top-notch performance, and this event is an ideal platform to showcase our dedication to the gaming community.”
India Qualifiers: How to Participate
The India qualifiers for the ZOWIE eXTREMESLAND CS Asia Open 2024 are set to begin on September 20 with an online first phase. In this single-elimination round, teams will compete to secure a spot in the top 8, who will advance to Phase 2 of the local qualifiers. In Phase 2, teams will face off in a double-elimination format with upper and lower brackets. The top 2 teams will then battle it out at the local LAN finals for the opportunity to represent India at the Grand Final in Shanghai.
For more details on the rules and format of the India qualifiers, and to register your team, visit zowieextremesland.in. This is your chance to compete against the best and make your mark in the eXTREMESLAND CS Asia Open 2024!
Get ready to break limits and show the world what you’ve got!