The ZOWIE eXTREMESLAND CS Asia Open is back with a $100K prize pool! India qualifiers kick off on Sept 20th. Register now and seize the opportunity to represent India in Shanghai!

The highly anticipated ZOWIE eXTREMESLAND CS Asia Open is making a grand return in 2024, offering a colossal $100,000 prize pool and a platform for the finest CS talent in Asia to showcase their skills. With the theme “Break limits!”, this year’s tournament promises to be a thrilling spectacle, culminating in a grand finale in Shanghai in mid-January 2025.

Tournament Structure: An Open Arena

Unlike last year’s invitational format, the 2024 edition embraces an open tournament structure, allowing a broader range of national teams to vie for glory. Sixteen top teams will emerge from rigorous local qualifiers, representing a diverse range of regions, including Vietnam, Mongolia, Australia, Thailand, China, India, Singapore, Korea, the Philippines, and the Middle East. The regional representatives will be unveiled starting in November, setting the stage for an epic clash of titans at the Grand Final in Shanghai.

India Qualifiers: A Path to Glory

Aspiring Indian CS teams have a golden opportunity to etch their names in history as the India qualifiers kick off on September 20th. The qualifiers will unfold in two phases: an online first phase featuring single-elimination matches to determine the top 8 teams, followed by a local qualifier phase with a double-elimination format. The top 2 teams from this phase will then face off in a thrilling LAN final, with the ultimate victor earning the honor of representing India at the ZOWIE eXTREMESLAND CS Asia Open.

Registration and Key Information

Teams eager to participate in the India qualifiers can register and find comprehensive information regarding rules and format on the official website: https://zowieextremesland.in. Stay abreast of the latest tournament updates by visiting the ZOWIE India website and following their social media handles.

BenQ India’s Commitment to Esports

Rajeev Singh, Managing Director of BenQ India and South Asia, expressed his enthusiasm for the tournament, emphasizing BenQ’s dedication to supporting the burgeoning Indian esports scene. This event serves as a testament to BenQ’s commitment to providing top-tier gaming monitors and fostering a thriving gaming community.

eXTREMESLAND’s Legacy

Last year’s invitational event marked the triumphant return of eXTREMESLAND, reigniting the passion of countless CS players across the Asia-Pacific region. With its open tournament format and expanded reach, the 2024 edition is poised to elevate the tournament to new heights, solidifying its position as a premier esports event in Asia.