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.
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.
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.
