Indeed, as we previewed a few weeks ago, PUBG Esports 2023 promises a new and exciting format. Accordingly, PUBG Corporation have updated the format by revealing the seeding for events for each region – read on to learn more!
PUBG Esports 2023 – Competition Starts Soon
We have made a few updates to our global schedule that will make 2023 even more exciting!
For those unaware, competitive PUBG will involve four main international events:
PUBG Global Series 1 (April)
PUBG Global Series 2 (July)
PNC (October)
PUBG Global Championship (December)
Bearing this in mind, we know have access to the seeding split.
Here’s how regions will seed into PGS 2023 events:
Americas – 3 slots
APAC – 6 slots
Asia – 5 slots
Europe – 2 slots
Global Partner Team – 8 slots
Credits: PUBG Corporation
In addition, we also have the seeds for PUBG Global Championship 2023, the biggest event in the calendar year – here are the slots:
Americas – 4 slots
APAC – 7 slots
Asia – 10 slots
Europe – 6 slots
PGS – 4 slots
Host region – 1 slot
Overall, this split respects the competitive nature of each region, with more slots being given to Asia and APAC for such reasons. Of note, no Global Partner Team will be granted direct access to PGC. Everyone will need to earn their spot.
Accordingly, over the past few years, Soniqs PUBG Esports Roster has been on top of North America. However, the team has failed to succeed elsewhere. Bearing this in mind, the team is making a change – read on to learn more below!
Soniqs PUBG Esports Roster – Open Coaching Spot
Recently, we've parted ways with @SyllogicFPS. After coaching #SQPUBG to countless regional titles and one global championship, we'll always be thankful for his contributions to the growth of our program.
Indeed, all the way back in 2020, Yi “Syllogic” Jon Eon was signed as a coach. Since then, the team has won multiple champions in the North America region, such as 6 PCS events.
While we’re not sure why he’s leaving after 3 years, the veteran is leaving behind the following active roster:
Hunter “hwinn” Winn
Tristan “Shrimzy” Nowicki
James “TGLTN” Giezen
Austin “M1ME” Scherff
This roster, apart from the coach, has stuck together since 2020.
Credits: PUBG
However, two back-to-back poor performances at PUBG Global Championship may be enough to push for a roster change.
Regardless, they’ll want to improve internationally and stay dominant in the Americas:
24th @ Global Championship 2022
1st @ PUBG Continental Series 7: Americas
1st @ PUBG Continental Series 7: Americas NA Playoffs
At the highest level of an esport, staying at the top becomes more and more difficult for esports organizations. Accordingly, with increasing levels of competition, more investment is required. Bearing this in mind, many organizers are rewarding teams with partnerships – read on to learn how this works for PUBG Esports 2023 below!
PUBG Esports 2023 – Rewarding Loyal Organizations
We are excited to announce our eight founding Global Partner Teams. Congratulations to the new PUBG Esports 2023 Global Partner Teams and our greatest thank you to all the teams that showed interest in our new GPT program.#PUBG#PUBGesports#globalpartnerteam#esports
Examples of events include regional series, the PUBG Global Championship at the end of the year and more.
For those unaware, this seems similar to other organizer schemes, such as the Riot Partner Programme for VALORANT.
In addition, we’re not aware as to whether these teams will compete between themselves in their own competition – we’re curious to see more details announced in the coming days!
As is tradition at esportsguide, we love working on an Esports Tier List every now and then. Indeed, following the conclusion of some of the largest esports events ever, now is the best time ever. Accordingly, feel free to read on for an updated list for Esports Tier List 2022 Q4!
Indeed, as always, we’ll fill you in on the same criteria we’ve always used to dictate our tier lists:
Event Proportions – Size of prize pools, number of participants, third and first party organizers, environment and arena capacities
Event frequency – is the year bursting with competition or solely reliant on infrequent first-party organizers
Competitiveness – the level of competition in an esports scene is related to its livelihood
State of the community – health of the lower tier sectors and general condition of the esport as a dynamic entity
Credits: Garena
Accordingly, with that taken care of, always remember that these lists are subject to our opinion too. Otherwise, we’ll be listing the top viewership from the time period, although it’s not the only factor considered. We’re not looking at growth – just where they stand.
Tier 1 – Welcoming VALORANT and Free Fire – Esports Tier List 2022
LoL – 2022 World Championship – Peak Viewers 5,147,701
CS:GO – PGL Major Antwerp 2022 – Peak Viewers 2,113,610
Dota 2 – The International 2022 – Peak Viewers 1,751,086
VALORANT – VALORANT Champions 2022 – Peak Viewers 1,505,804
Free Fire – Free Fire World Series 2022 Sentosa – Peak Viewers 1,477,545
So, let’s talk about the changes involved here. Firstly, since our last Esports Tier List, we’ve decided to promote VALORANT to Tier 1 after an incredible second season, breaking the million peak viewer mark.
In addition, we’ve decided to demote PUBG Mobile from Tier 1 to Tier 2 due to a quieter year, failing to reach the same level of viewership. In contrast, Free Fire managed to grow in the past year and have earned a spot as the top Mobile Esport in the world.
Otherwise, LoL and CS:GO retain their spots as the two very best esports in the world, each having incredible years. Although still worthy of Tier 1, Dota had a rough year and will look to improve next year.
Tier 2 – Multiple Promotions and Demotions
PUBG Mobile – 31st Southeast Asian Games PUBG Mobile – Peak Viewers 903,011
Rocket League – RLCS 21-22 World Championship – Peak Viewers 368,721
Overwatch League – OWL 2022 Playoffs – Peak Viewers 397,868
CoD – CDL 2022 Playoffs – Peak Viewers 275,244
Credits: Psyonix
While Tier 1 has remained somewhat the same, Tier 2 has seen multiple changes since last year.
Perhaps the most impressive climber is the likes of Rocket League – after an impressive year with constant improvement in viewership, the esport is kicking up very well. They’re climb to Tier 2 from Tier 3 is joined by AoG which has remained consistent over the past two years.
Also, Overwatch has made the jump thanks to a much needed improvement of viewership from last year. In fact, it was doubled this year thanks to the excitement behind Overwatch 2.
As we explained prior, for now we’ve had to demote PUBG Mobile to Tier 2 as they’ve failed to be consistent this past year. Let’s see if things improve next year.
Tier 3 – Halo Infinite Making a Mark
Halo World Championship 2022 – Peak Viewers 143,585
FIFA – FIFA eWorld Cup 2022 – Peak Viewers 149,465
PUBG – PUBG Nations Cup – Peak Viewers 239,112
Rainbow Six Siege – Six Invitational 2022 – Peak Viewers 262,714
Credits: Blizzard
Here in Tier 3, the likes of Halo and FIFA are newcomers. With Halo restarting esports operations this year, it joins an improving FIFA scene which returned with offline events this year.
Meanwhile, we’ve decided to demote PUBG and Rainbow Six Siege as they both seem to be lacking growth. Bearing this in mind, both esports are making big changes for 2023 in search of success.
Tier 4 – Wild Rift Experiment Failing?
Credits: Blizzard
StarCraft II – IEM Katowice 2022 – Peak Viewers 50,635
Fortnite – Fortnite Champions Series 2022 Invitational – Peak Viewers 381,915
Hearthstone – Hearthstone World Championship – Peak Viewers 21,786
Indeed, esports is a business. Accordingly, as we’re on the outside, we’re not always fully informed when it comes to big decisions. Bearing this in mind, the disbanding of the eUnited PUBG roster 2022 has us curious – read on to learn more below!
Now, as we near the end of the season, esports organizers are discussing 2023. Accordingly, the PUBG 2023 Esports road map was just announced. Read on as we summarize all the details in this concise preview.
Anyways, as revealed in the press release we have some events to look forward to. Accordingly, let’s take a look at the calendar for the upcoming year:
March – Regional Series 1
April – PUBG Global Series 1
June – PUBG Nations Cup
July – Regional Series 2
September – PUBG Global Series 2
October – Regional Series 3
November/December – PUBG Global Championship
There are some fantastic changes.
Credits: PUBG Corporation
Accordingly, the switch to PUBG Global Series from PUBG Continental Series looks to focus on more offline competition! That means we’ll have more chances to watch the international community compete on the best stages in the world.
Otherwise, the return of PUBG Nations Cup is also a great thing to see. Returning this year after three years, and being massively successful, we can’t wait to see how it returns next year.
In addition, there are details of global partner teams – feel free to learn more in the press release!
Indeed, as we’ve mentioned prior, the PUBG Global Championship 2022 is almost here. Bearing this in mind, updates are constantly emerging for the event. Accordingly, we now have a look at the Group Stage teams!
Indeed, as the PUBG Continental Series continues for multiple regions, everything is building up towards the final event of the season. Accordingly, the PUBG Global Championship 2022 is only a month away and we already know who will be competing – read on to learn more below!
PUBG Global Championship 2022 – $2,000,000 On the Line
While the PUBG Continental Series has kicked off for a few regions, a few haven’t. Accordingly, one example is the exciting PUBG Continental Series 7 Asia which looks to start in less than a week. Bearing this in mind, read on as we let you know how to watch this anticipated event below!
Event Background
Credits: PUBG Esports
For those unaware, the PUBG Continental Series 7 is the seventh iteration of the S-tier regional series for PUBG esports. As the official regional tournament organized by PUBG Corporation, this event is building up to the Global Championship 2022.
Specifically, the top 16 teams in Asia will be competing from 30th September to 9th October. Taking place online, the event will feature the following teams:
PWS: East Asia
Freecs
Danawa e-sports
DAMWON Gaming
Gen.G
GHIBLI Esports
BGP
Champions League
NewHappy
Tianba Esports
17 Gaming
Four Angry Men
Petrichor Raod
Infantry
Games Forever Young
TYLOO
JP/TW Fixed Seat
Donuts USG
Global Esports Xsset
Up for grabs is the $250,000 prize pool, but beyond that the PUBG Global Championship points are also very valuable.
Format
Credits: PUBG Esports
With regards to the format, it’s a very simple design to sort out the competition. Specifically, all 16 teams will be facing one another in 30 matches over 6 days. Accordingly, all matches will involve the SUPER Global Point Rule as follows:
Kill Points – 1 point Per Kill
1st – 10 points
2nd – 6 points
3rd – 5 points
4th – 4 points
5th – 3 points
6th – 2 points
7-8th – 1 points
9-16th – 0 points
In the case of a tie, there are multiple tiebreaker rules also available to help sort out any disputes. Do note that the prize pool is split $230,000 for the main competition, and $20,000 for the following special prizes:
Insane Squad – $5,000
Kill Leader – $5,000
All-PCS Team – $2,500
Schedule for the PUBG Continental Series 7 Asia
Crdits; PUBG Esports
With regards to the schedule, we highly recommend visiting the official PUBG Esports Twitter page here.
Watch the PUBG Continental Series 7 Asia on esportsguide
You can also watch the event live stream via our very own website. Providing an extensive list of the biggest esports together with streams for each esports match live today or upcoming matches.
Overall. battle royale esports are always difficult to predict. Regardless, we’ll be doing our best to predict. Firstly, let’s take a look at the PUBG Continental Series 6 Asia standings:
#1 – Petrichor Road
#2 – TYLOO
#3 – Tianba
#4 – JUFU
#5 – 17 Gaming
#6 – Gen.G Esports
#7 – Freecs
#8 – NewHappy
#9 – GHIBLI Esports
#10 – Infantry
Credits: PUBG Corporation
Also, there’s the PUBG Champions League from China to consider, the last event concluding in September:
#1 – NewHappy
#2 – Tianba
#3 – 17 Gaming
#4 – Four Angry Men
Bearing this in mind, the likes of NewHappy and Petrichor Road seem to be the favourites for this event here.
Also, be sure not to forget that NewHappy are still the standing global champions, after winning the PUBG Global Championship 2021 – overall, they are the favourites over Petrichor Road and will be hoping to qualify for the PGC 2022 event.
Earlier this month, the PUBG Continental Series kicked off in multiple regions, with a Playoffs events. Accordingly, following this event, each region will fight through a Grand Final. Bearing this in mind, read on as we preview the PCS 7 Europe Grand Final below!
For context, the PCS 7 Europe event kicked off on 1st September, Back then, 32 teams tried their best to qualify for the Grand Finals. To do so, they fought through multiple stages of competition, ending with a Last Chance Qualifier.
And now, the competition gets serious. Here, $250,000 will be on the line as the online event looks to figure out who stands on top of the region. Here are the competing teams below:
Group Stage – Playoffs
OVERPEEKERS
Natus Vincere
Austrian Force
Acend
Northern Lights Team
ENCE
Question Mark
The Woo
Elimination Stage – Playoffs
winordie
FaZe Clan
HOWL Esports
FUT Esports
Fellas
PolishPower
Credits: PUBG
Last Chance Qualifeir – Playoffs
Exalt
STARDUST
Indeed, the format for the Playoffs is simple – all teams in one lobby fighting over multiple rounds of matches. Earning points through placements and fragging, the team with the most score at the end wins. Apart from PGC points, first place is heading to PUBG Global Championship 2022!
