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Esports Tier List 2022 Q4 – A Conclusive Look at the Year

Posted on by Gabriel Sciberras

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
Heroic BLAST
Credits: BLAST

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
  • AoG – Arena of Glory Winter 2022 – Peak Viewers 644,383
  • 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
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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
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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?

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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
  • Wild Rift – Icons Global Championship 2022 – Peak Viewers – 54,261

Meanwhile, here in Tier 4 we have the likes of StarCraft II, Fortnite and Wild Rift all in need of some improvement.

In conclusion, we can confidently say that Hearthstone is in a dire spot.

For more esports news, visit: https://www.esportsguide.com/news

Rocket League Esports 2023 Road Map – Returning Live Crowds

Posted on by Gabriel Sciberras

Heading into the 2022-23 season of competitive Rocket League, one clear change was needed. Accordingly, Psyonix has promised a more exciting season thanks to a closer integration of live events. Read more about the next year in this Rocket League Esports 2023 road map!

Rocket League Esports 2023 Road Map – Event Schedule

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Credits: Psyonix

Accordingly, for those unaware, the highest tier of competitive for Rocket League is the RLCS. Short for the Rocket League Championship Series, Psyonix hosts the yearly circuit yearly.

This year, they’re keeping the same schedule they experimented with last year. Indeed, this will involve three splits of competition followed by a World Championship in the post-season to crown an official champion.

Already kicking off in December, with the first Major already complete, here are the dates of the remaining events:

  • Fall Split Major – 8-11th December
  • Winter Split Major – 6-9th April
  • Spring Split Major – 6-9th July
  • World Championship – 4-13th August
Credits: Psyonix YouTube

Naturally, before each event, there are a series of regionalopen and closed qualifiers for the following regions:

  • Europe
  • North America
  • Oceania
  • South America
  • Middle East and North Africa
  • Asia-Pacific
  • Sub-Saharan Africa

Indeed, this global approach is definitely great and will help with the longevity of the esport.

Also, if you take the time to count, the upcoming season will feature 21 qualifier events before each of the three major events – that’s an insane amount of competition!

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Credits: Psyonix

All year long, everyone will be trying to qualify for the RLCS World Championship, which solely relies on points which teams may earn at each qualifier and major to be counted up at the end of the season.

This past year saw some incredible growth for competitive Rocket League, with the World Championship garnering over 367,000 peak viewers in a new record for the esport.

For more esports news, visit: https://www.esportsguide.com/news

RLCS Fall Major 2022 Recap – Gen.G Are World Champions

Posted on by Gabriel Sciberras

The competitive Rocket League season kicked off in a big way this past weekend for 2023. Accordingly, the RLCS Fall Major 2022. Massive in more ways than one, read on as we provide a RLCS Fall Major 2022 recap below!

RLCS Fall Major 2022 Recap – NA Stay On Top

Credits: Gen.G Esports Twitter

Indeed, with $310,000 on the line and the top 16 teams in the world attending, this was always going to be an incredible event.

Hosted by Psyonix in the Rotterdam Ahoy arena, the event took place over the entire weekend. The following were the final standings after the event:

  • 1st – Gen.G Mobil1 Racing
  • 2nd – Moist Esports
  • 3rd-4th – Team Secret, FaZe Clan

Firstly, let’s point out that North America continue to dominate, thanks to efforts from Gen.G and FaZe Clan.

Also, those who are unfamiliar with Rocket League esports might not realize that Gen.G only entered the esport recently.

Credits: Gen.G noly Twitter

Specifically, entering in September of this year by acquiring the roster of ‘Stormtroopers’ – nobody expected them to surprise the world like they did.

Starting strong in the Swiss Stage, they would then go on to take down Team Liquid, FaZe Clan and Moist Esports to claim the international throne.

In terms of viewership, official statistics haven’t emerged yet. Regardless, we’re positive this event was a great start to the competitive year.

For more esports news, visit: https://www.esportsguide.com/news

How to Watch RLCS 2022-23 Fall Split Major – teams, format, schedule, streams, predictions

Posted on by Gabriel Sciberras

Considering how successful last season was, the Rocket League Championship Series is back for 2023. Accordingly, after multiple regional qualifiers, the RLCS 2022-23 Fall Split Major is here within the week. Bearing this in mind, we invite you to read on and learn How to Watch the upcoming Major event below!

Event Background

Kicking off the twelfth season of the Rocket League Championship Series, this event will be the first of 3 splits – Fall, Winter and Spring. These Majors are the ultimate opportunity for teams to earn points and prize, contributing to the end of the season.

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Credits: Psyonix

Anyways, organized by Psyonix, the Fall Split Major will take place on 8th December, running till 11th December at the Rotterdam Ahoy in Netherlands.

Inviting the best 16 teams of 3 from the entire world, find your contestants listed below:

  • Karmine Corp
  • Team Liquid
  • Oxygen Esports
  • Quadrant
  • Moist Esports
  • Gen.G Mobil1 Racing
  • FaZe Clan
  • Version1
  • Spacestation Gaming
  • G2 Esports
  • Pioneers
  • PWR
  • The Club
  • Team Secret
  • Team Falcons
  • James Cheese

So, what’s up for grabs outside the $310,000 prize pool? In addition, there are RLCS Points which will be spread as follows:

  • 1st – 32 RLCS Points
  • 2nd – 24 RLCS Points
  • 3-4th – 18 RLCS Points
  • 5-8th – 12 RLCS Points
  • 9-11th – 8 RLCS Points
  • 12-14th – 6 RLCS Points
  • 15-16th – 4 RLCS Points

Let’s learn more about the event below!

Format

Credits: Rocket League Esports Twitter

Concerning the format, there will be two stages of competition.

Firstly, we have the Swiss Stage Format. Instead of a typical group stage, all teams will be competing in BO5 matches were only the top 8 will proceed to the Playoffs.

For those unaware, this means that opening matches will take place depending on seeding into this event. Following the opening matches, the competition will be divided into two lots, of teams who have won and teams who have lost their opening matches.

Another subsequent round will take place – qualification involves teams earning two victories with a maximum of five attempts.

Thanks to this format, we get to enjoy quite a number of matches early on.

To begin with, we have the opening fixtures, which are listed below:

Credits: Rocket League Esports Twitter

Round 1

  • Karmine Corp vs James Cheese
  • Gen.G vs PWR
  • FaZe vs Moist Esports
  • CLUB vs KCP
  • Team Liquid vs Team Secret
  • Version1 vs QUAD
  • Oxygen Esports vs G2 Esports
  • SSG vs FLCN

Otherwise, the 8 teams making it to the Playoffs will then compete through a Single Elimination Bracket, where all matches are a BO7. Accordingly, this means that teams only have one chance to make it through the next round – one loss means elimination.

Also note, that the final days of competition, December 10-11th, there will be a live crowd present!

Schedule for the RLCS 2022-23 Fall Split Major

As of writing, the schedule for the opening matches is not available.

Bearing this in mind, we recommend visiting the official Rocket League Esports Twitter page here.

Watch the RLCS 2022-23 Fall Split Major on esportsguide

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Credits: Psyonix

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.

RLCS 2022-23 Fall Split Major

Predictions

Concerning predictions, we’d like to favour the likes of European and North American teams. Here are the top 3 teams based on the official RLCS rankings:

Europe

  • #1 – Karmine Corp – 53 points
  • #2 – Oxygen Esports – 39 points
  • #2 – Team Liquid – 39 points

North America

  • #1 – Gen.G Mobil1 Racing – 53 points
  • #2 – FaZe Clan – 47 points
  • #3 – Version1 – 41 points

Otherwise, we can’t wait to see what this event does for competitive Rocket League!

For more esports news, visit: https://www.esportsguide.com/news

Rogue KOI Partnership 2023- Joining Forces for Esports

Posted on by Gabriel Sciberras

Overall, massive partnerships are quite normal for the esports industry. Indeed, the organization of Rogue is making a big move. Accordingly, read on as we describe the implications of the Rogue KOI partnership 2023 below!

Rogue KOI Partnership 2023 – Multiple Esports

Credits: Rogue Twitter

In summary, the Spanish organization Koi has partnered with Rogue and parent company, Infinite Reality.

For those unaware, Koi was founded in 2021, tied to the Twitch star Ibai Llanos with footballer Gerard Pique. This means that Koi will now have a massive impact on the uniting of two esports teams, uniting with the following list of teams:

  • Koi – VALORANT, LVP SuperLiga
  • Rogue – Call of Duty, Rocket League, Rainbow Six, LEC
Credits: Rogue

Here’s what Koi co-owner Ibai Llanos had to say:

I couldn’t be more proud of Koi and what we’ve been able to achieve in such a short period of time.

This partnership with Rogue and Infinite Reality just accelerates our growth and broadens our opportunities to provide the most engaging and exciting experiences for our fans. ¡Vamos!

Credits: Rogue

We’re sure this change will have implications on branding and more – we’ll be staying up to date!

For more esports news, visit: https://www.esportsguide.com/news

RLCS North American Fall Open Preview – This Friday!

Posted on by Gabriel Sciberras

The new RLCS format continues to support a structure built on open events. Accordingly, the RLCS North American Fall Open is almost days away. Taking place online, let’s preview the most exciting event so far for Rocket League season!

RLCS North American Fall Open – Quick Facts Below

Credits: Rocket League Esports Twitter

Following a Closed and an Open Qualifier, we’ve arrived at the top 16 teams in North America. Here are some essential facts:

  • Dates: 7th to 10th October
  • Venue: Online
  • Teams: Top 16 in North America (3v3)
  • Prize: $100,000

Accordingly, here are your top 16 teams hoping to take it all:

  • Spacestation Gaming
  • Version1
  • G2 Esports
  • Complexity Gaming
  • OpTic Gaming
  • FaZe Clan
  • Rogue
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Credits: Riot Games
  • Dignitas
  • NRG
  • Shopify Rebellion
  • Gen.G Mobil1 Racing
  • Pittsburgh Knights
  • FURIA Esports
  • Luminosity Gaming
  • Team Axle
  • Sol

Apart from the prize, teams will be earning RLCS points which will be essential for seeding in future events later on this year.

Otherwise, the other regions such as Europe and Oceania will also be ongoing too.

Do note that the next Major will be later in the Fall – we’ll be sure to keep you up to date.

For more esports news, visit: https://www.esportsguide.com/news

Rocket League Esports 2023 – New Season, New Look

Posted on by Gabriel Sciberras

With the season concluding in August, Rocket League esports 2023 looks to return the scene to life. Accordingly, a new press release sees a new logo and the announcement of some events – read on to learn more!

Rocket League Esports 2023 – Kicking off in December

Indeed, feel free to take a look at the related YouTube video before we provide a summary:

Credits:Rocket League Esports YouTube

Definitely, the new logo is looking great. Otherwise, the video seems to confirm the following events:

  • Fall Split
  • Winter Split
  • Spring Split

For those unaware, this is just like last season with three splits of events before the World Championship.

In addition, details for the first event have been released too. Taking place in Rotterdam, Netherlands, the event will take place between 8th December to 11th December.

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Credits: Psyonix

So much so, that open sign ups are currently available for the evnt, which will feature a live crowd in the last two days. Hopefully, the other events will continue to go international.

Otherwise, we hope they continue to reimagine the competitive season with some more significant changes, following the success of last year.

For more esports news, visit: https://www.esportsguide.com/news

How to Watch RLCS World Championship 2021-22 – teams, format, schedule, streams, predictions

Posted on by Gabriel Sciberras

After an epic season of competition, the Rocket League year is drawing to a conclusion. Accordingly, the RLCS World Championship 2021-22 is almost here. Furthermore, after last year’s event was cancelled, the RLCS World Championship is back and the community can’t wait – read on to learn how to watch!

Event Background

Credits: Rocket League Esports Twitter

Indeed, for those unaware, the RLCS is the highest level of competitive Rocket League globally. Hosting multiple events across the season, teams have always been fighting to earn a spot at the biggest one yet.

Taking the community to Fort Worth, the 24 best teams in the world will be flying out to compete offline for the likes of $2,085,000 and the world title.

Furthermore, the event will run from 4th August to 14th August – teams have been seeded either for the Group Stage or the Wildcard Stage. Find them listed below for your convenience:

Group Stage Seeds

North America

  • G2 Esports
  • FaZe Clan
  • The General NRG

Europe

  • Moist Esports
  • Team BDS
  • Endpoint CeX

SAM

  • FURIA Esports

MENA Rankings

  • Team Falcons

Wildcard Seeds

North America

  • Version1
  • Spacestation Gaming
  • OpTic Gaming

Europe

  • Dignitas
  • Karmine Corp
  • SMPR Esports
Credits: Rocket League Esports Twitter

OCE

  • Renegades
  • Pioneers

SAM

  • Team Secret
  • The Club

APAC

  • Tokyo Verdy Esports
  • Gaimin Gladiators

MENA

  • Veloce Esports
  • 01 Esports

SSA Rankings

  • Orlando Pirates Exdee
  • Bravado Gaming

Read on as we breakdown this climactic event!

Format

In terms of format, there are the stages of competition.

Firstly, teams seeded for the Wildcard will compete from 4th August to the 7th. Accordingly, here a 16 Team Swiss System format will involve BO5 matches.

Credits: Rocket League Esports Twitter

For those unaware, a Swiss System format means that all the teams will play random matches and progression involves winning 2 matches.

This will divide the Wildcard teams into a top 8 which will proceed to the Group Stage.

Running from August 9th to 13th, the 16 teams will split into 2 groups of 8. Within each group, a double eliminatino bracket will take place with BO7 matches. From each group of 8, only the top 4 teams from both sides will progress to the Playoffs.

Acting as the final stage of the competition, the final 8 will compete in a Single Elimination bracket on August 14th with BO7 matches. At the end of this bracket a new world champion would be crowned!

Schedule for the RLCS World Championship

Credits: Rocket League Esports Twitter

In terms of schedule, we highly recommend visiting the official esports page here which should feature an updated schedule and news regarding the event.

Watch the RLCS World Championship 2021-22 on esportsguide

You can also watch the RLCS World Championship 2021-22 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.

RLCS World Championship 2021-22

Predictions

Overall, in terms of predictions the teams seeded into the Group Stage are the most accomplished and hence, the favourites to win.

Let’s take a look at the very best team from each region:

  • North America – G2 Esports (3835 points, being 500 points clear of second)
  • Europe – Moist Esports (3734 points, being 100 points clear of second)
  • South America – FURIA Esports (3656 poiunts, being 700 points clear of second)
  • MENA – Team Falcons (4279 points, being 2000 points clear of second)

Regardless, everyone knows that Europe and North America are the favourites of the competition. Bearing this in mind, the heavyweights of G2 Esports and Moist Esports will be doing their best to justify their first place ranks.

For more esports news, visit: https://www.esportsguide.com/news

Top 5 Esports Events August 2022 – Multiple Majors in Multiple Esports

Posted on by Gabriel Sciberras

Here at esportsguide, we’re always ready for the next esports event. Accordingly, there are a tonne of events coming our way this month. Bearing this in month, in this featured article we’ll be highlighting the top 5 esports events August 2022!

#5 – Six Berlin Major 2022

  • Prize Pool: $500,000
  • Dates: 15th August to 21st August
  • Participants: 16 seeded teams international
  • Venue: Berlin Theater am Potsdamer Platz
Credits: R6S Esports

Starting off our list, we have the top Rainbow Six Siege event of the summer – Six Berlin Major 2022. Organized by Ubisoft and FACEIT, this is a massive highlight of the competitive season.

Furthermore, this event is the climax of the past stage of regional competition. Therefore, the best teams from the top regions in the world are competing for the prize pool together with essential Six Invitational points to qualify for further events.

Following up the Charlotte Major, this Berlin Major is the second of three this season. The question this time around is whether or North America can hold onto the crown?

Also note that this August there’s the Gamers8 2022 event for R6S, with a massive prize pool but less teams and less stakes.

Be sure to tune into esportsguide to stay up to date with R6S esports!

#4 – CDL Championship 2022 – Esports Events August 2022

  • Prize: $2,550,000
  • Dates: 4th August to 7th August
  • Participants: 8 seeded teams
  • Venue: Los Angeles Galen Center
Credits: Call of Dutry League

Meanwhile, earlier in August, the Call of Duty League looks to end an epic season of competition.

Specifically, the top 8 teams from the regular season will seed directly into an epic double elimination bracket to compete for the history books. Accordingly, the event is revered as the most important of the entire season.

Considering that each CDL Major this season has offered a different victor, predictions are rather hazy heading into this post-season event. Overall, the favourites include OpTic Texas and Atlanta FaZe although the competition has never been tighter.

Be sure to stay up to date with CoD esports here on esportsguide!

#3 – RLCS 2021/22 World Championship

  • Prize: $2,085,000
  • Dates: 4th August to 14th August
  • Participants: 24 seeded teams international
  • Venue: Dickies Arena,. Fort Worth
Credits: Psyonix

In addition to Call of Duty, Rocket League esports is also looking to conclude.

Indeed, heading into this season the format was changed slightly. Now, after three regional events, the entire competition will conclude in epic fashion.

Specifically, Psyonix is inviting the world of competitive Rocket League to compete for over $2,000,000. At each stage of the competition, teams have earned points in order to seed for this huge event.

So much so, the event will be packed with competition – stacked with 24 teams all worthy of the world title!

Furthermore, this year’s event is hugely important considering that last year’s international event was in fact cancelled due to the global situation. Now returning with a live crowd and so many storylines, this looks to be one of the top events of the summer.

Be sure to stay tuned in with Rocket League esports here on esportsguide!

#2 – BLAST Premier Fall Groups 2022 – Esports Events August 2022

  • Prize: $177,498
  • Dates: 19th August to 28th August
  • Participants: 12 invited partner teams
  • Venue: TBA
Credits: BLAST

For those unaware, August is a known player break for international CS;GO competition. Indeed, a time for roster changes and teams to sort things out, the competition is usually not the same once teams return.

Bearing this in mind, the events after the break are hugely exciting – making the BLAST Premier Fall Groups event perfectly timed.

Inviting the partnered teams to the event, this event looks to continue maintaining the incredible form that CS:GO esports has been in recently – can FaZe Clan maintain their dominance?

The event will also serve as qualifying for the BLAST Fall Finals 2022!

To stay up to date with CS:GO esports, we recommend visiting our esportsguide page!

#1 – PUBG Mobile World Invitational 2022

  • Prize: $2,000,000
  • Dates: 11th August to 13th August
  • Participants: 18 seeded international teams
  • Venue: Riyadh Boulevard, Saudi Arabia
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And now, we have our most exciting event.

Speaking of post-season, the PUBG Mobile World Invitational looks to be PUBG Mobile’s exciting mid-season event.

Organized with Gamers8, KRAFTON, Tencent and ESL joining forces, the top 18 teams in the world have been invited to compete for $2,000,000 offline in Riyadh.

Considering that last year offered record-breaking viewership, the expectatinos for this event are through the roof. Especially considering that an offline crowd is rare for PUBG Mobile, last year’s event featured two separate regions and an online environment.

Given the improvements this year, we’ll be following the event at every step of the way.

We highly recommend staying up to date with PUBG Mobile esports here on esportsguide.

For more esports news, visit: https://www.esportsguide.com/news

Top 5 Esports Events Summer 2022 – Mark Your Calendars!

Posted on by Gabriel Sciberras

Certainly, there’s no better way to beat the summer heat than a live esports event broadcasted to the entire world. Indeed, bearing this in mind, there are a tonne of events taking place from know until the end of September. Accordingly, we’ve done some research – take a look at our top 5 esports events summer 2022!

Before progressing, do note that this is an opinionated list considering multiple factors. Anyways, let’s get started!

#5 – BLAST Premier Fall Groups 2022

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Credits: BLAST
  • Dates: 19th to 28th August
  • Venue: Offline (Location TBA)
  • Organizer: BLAST
  • Prize: $200,000

Starting our list is none other than a premier CS:GO event. Specifically, the Tier 1 esports is known to have a small break in August for players and organizers.

Accordingly, the BLAST Premier Fall Groups 2022 will be an epic comeback for competitive CS:GO after this break. This could involve testing new roster changes, arising new winners for the season and upsets left and right.

Also, BLAST continues to host incredible events for competitive CS:GO – this one looks to be different with the best teams in the world competing for qualification into the subsequent Fall Finals event in November.

Check out the event page here on esportsguide!

#4 – CDL Championship Weekend 2022 – Esports Events Summer 2022

CoD Champs 2021
Credits: Call of Duty League
  • Dates: 4th to 7th August
  • Venue: Galen Center, LA California
  • Organizer: Activision Blizzard
  • Prize: $2,550,000

While the previous event kicks off the action from a break, the CDL Championship Weekend 2022 is the essential post-season event for competitive Call of Duty.

Indeed, the top 8 franchised teams from the Call of Duty League will be qualifying based on season points and hoping to cement themselves in the history books. As the peak of a competitive season, Champs is recognized for its viewership, moments and competitive intensity. All of this is celebrated by the huge prize pool which teams are playing for.

Furthermore, the winners earn rings and write themselves permanently as the best team of the entire season – in this case, CoD Vanguard.

Stay up to date with Call of Duty here on esportsguide!

#3 – RLCS 2021-22 World Championship

Credits: Psyonix
  • Dates: 4th to 14th August
  • Venue: Dickies Arena, Fort Worth
  • Organizer: Psyonix
  • Prize: $2,085,000

Continuing with this train of thought, the RLCS 2021-22 World Championship is a similar kind of event. However, planning to be a little more epic and narrative, thanks to a longer format, the event ranks higher for us.

In particular, the very best international teams for competitive Rocket League will fight to be named the best – a huge total of 24 teams will be competing offline for the $2,000,000 prize pool.

Considering the international appeal of competitive Rocket League, we’re expecting huge viewership, an epic return to the offline stage with an awesome crowd and surreal plays – the only way to end a season of effort!

Check out the tournament page here on esportsguide!

#2 – VALORANT Champions 2022 – Esports Events Summer 2022

Credits: Riot Games
  • Dates: 2nd to 18th September
  • Venue: Istanbul
  • Organizer: Riot Games
  • Prize: TBA

While Rocket League remains a growing prospect, competitive VALORANT continues to cement itself and climb to a Tier 1 status.

Under the watchful eye of Riot Games, the second year of competitive VALORANT has brought with it an impressive amount of growth, community interaction and hence, we’re super excited for VALORANT Champions 2022.

Inviting the very best teams from across the entire world, VALORANT Champions this year looks to improve over last year, which was already an incredible event, in order to end Year 2.

Doing so, Riot Games has once again opted for a long format which really helps drive up the hype and makes the event incredible viewable thanks to matches being spread out properly.

Check out the tournament page on esportsguide here.

#1 – PUBG Mobile World Invitational 2022

PMWI 2022
Credits: Tencent
  • Dates: 11th to 13th August
  • Venue: Riyadh Boulevard, Saudi Arabia
  • Organizer: KRAFTON/Tencent Games/ESL/Gamers8
  • Prize: $2,000,000

Topping our list is perhaps a surprising event. Not necessarily the top event of the season, this event is a celebration of competitive PUBG Mobile and mobile esports.

Heading into each PUBG Mobile event, we need to respect the support the esport gets from across the world, especially regions such as South East Asia and Indonesia. So much so, last year the event pushed over 1,000,000 peak viewers and hence, we can’t wait to see how this event looks to push the boundaries for mobile esports.

Also, the incredible prize pool of $2,000,000 also looks to crank things up a notch to a level we’ve never seen before.

Stay up to date with competitive PUBG Mobile here on esportsguide!

Other Events

How to get into Mobile Esports?
Credits: Krafton

To conclude, here are some honorable mentions taking place this summer:

We’ll be sure to provide viewership details for the top events this summer and even afterwards! As a note, remember that the likes of Worlds (LoL) and The International 2022 (Dota 2) kick off in October.

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