The Counter-Strike Main qualification system is about to get a rework. After Outsiders emerged victorious within the IEM Rio Main 2022, Valve determined the present Main qualification route is best on a special path.
The soon-to-be-changed qualification technique noticed groups getting into an RMR by way of direct invitations. Gamers may additionally undergo a group of qualifiers to make their method to the principle occasion, however now Valve needs a special system.
The CS:GO devs launched a blog post detailing the upcoming change. “Within the coming weeks, we’ll reveal extra element concerning the new Regional Standings processes,” they wrote.
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However for now, all we all know is the top-ranked Counter-Strike groups that “constantly carry out nicely in Valve and third-party occasions will probably be immediately invited to a detailed qualifier.” Some groups will nonetheless be immediately invited, Dot Esports understands.
This new-and-improved system will come into impact forward of the 2023 Paris Main.
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The weblog publish additionally detailed the brand new “champions autograph capsule.” Counter-Strike’s latest Main winners, Outsiders, will all have their names on glitter, holo, and gold stickers to position on in-game CS:GO weapons.
These adjustments would’ve been helpful for groups like G2 Esports and Astralis who carried out nicely in earlier occasions, doubtlessly solidifying their main attendance. With a bit of luck, it’ll take away the possibility of being upset when you’re a stronger roster.
We’ll have to attend to see what Valve has in retailer for keen Counter-Strike followers. Fortuitously, there are only some weeks until we discover out extra forward of Paris in 2023.