Syed TalibUpdated on: October 10, 2024 12:14 am GMT
RLCS 2024 World Championship: Everything You Need to Know
The stage is set for an intense showdown as the Rocket League Championship Series (RLCS) 2024 World Championship gears up to welcome 16 elite teams from around the globe. Set to take place from September 10 to September 15, 2024, at the Dickies Arena in Fort Worth, Texas, the tournament promises high-octane action and a substantial prize pool of $1,165,500. With Team Vitality defending their title after a thrilling victory last year, fans are eager to see who will emerge as this year’s champion.
Event Structure and Format
The RLCS 2024 World Championship will be staged in two main phases: the Swiss Stage and the Playoffs.
Swiss Stage
From September 10 to September 13, the 16 competing teams will engage in a Swiss System format, where each match will be played in a best-of-five series. The structure is designed to ensure that even teams with early losses have the opportunity to recover and make a comeback.
- Date: September 10-13, 2024
- Match Format: Best-of-five series
- Teams Advancing: The top eight teams will proceed to the Playoffs.
However, there’s an additional twist for those teams placed from third to fifth in the Swiss Stage. They will engage in a tiebreaker on September 14 to determine their final seeding. The tiebreaker matches will also follow a best-of-five format, ensuring that only the best teams advance to the next stage.
Playoffs
The playoffs will run from September 14 to 15 and will follow a traditional bracket format. Here’s how it will pan out:
- Top Four Teams: Start with two chances before the Final Four.
- Teams Ranked Fifth to Eighth: Will begin with one chance.
- Match Format: All playoff matches will be contested in a best-of-seven series.
Prize Pool Breakdown
The stakes are high, with a total prize pool of $1,165,500 awaiting the champion. Here’s how the prize money will be distributed among the top teams:
- 1st Place: $300,000
- 2nd Place: $150,000
- 3rd & 4th Place: $99,000 each
This lucrative reward is expected to amplify the competitive spirit among the teams, as they all vie for a share of this substantial bounty.
Participating Teams
The championship will feature renowned teams, all eager to claim the coveted title. Here are a few matchups to look forward to on the opening day, Tuesday, September 10:
- G2 Stride vs. Limitless – 9:30 PM IST
- Team Falcons vs. Gaimin Gladiators – 10:30 PM IST
- Gentle Mates Alpine vs. QuikTrip Pioneers Gaming – 11:30 PM IST
The following day will feature matchups such as:
- Team Vitality vs. Team Secret – 12:30 AM IST
- Gen.G Mobil1 Racing vs. PWR – 1:30 AM IST
- FURIA Esports vs. OG – 2:30 AM IST
- Team BDS vs. Oxygen Esports – 3:30 AM IST
- Spacestation Gaming vs. Karmine Corp – 4:30 AM IST
Where to Watch
Fans can catch all the action live on Rocket League’s official Twitch and YouTube channels. This offers supporters an opportunity to follow their favorite teams, witness the high-stakes matches, and enjoy the electrifying atmosphere of the RLCS 2024 World Championship from the comfort of their homes.
For further details on the event, fans may visit the official Rocket League website for updates and additional resources [here](https://www.rocketleague.com/).
The excitement for the RLCS 2024 World Championship is really high! With amazing teams ready to compete, fans can look forward to a fun tournament full of thrilling plays and intense matchups.
