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Intel Extreme Masters Cologne 2025 is a prestigious Valve Tier 1 (S‑Tier) Counter‑Strike 2 LAN tournament organized by ESL at Cologne’s iconic Lanxess Arena. Taking place from July 23 to August 3, 2025, the event will feature 24 of the world’s top teams competing for a US $1,000,000 prize pool . As one of the crown jewels of the ESL Pro Tour and a long-standing tradition in the CS scene, IEM Cologne is renowned for its unforgettable atmosphere—often dubbed the "Cathedral of Counter‑Strike"—where passionate fans fill the arena to witness the best of the best clash in a mix of play‑in, group stages, and high-stakes playoff matches culminating in a thrilling grand final.