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Overwatch event
- Prize pool US$300,000
- Start date 23 Jul 2016
- End date 3 Oct 2016
Prize pool - $300,000
| 1. $100,000 USD | 4. $24,000 USD |
| 2. $32,000 USD | 5-8. $18,000 USD |
| 3. $24,000 USD | 9-16. $6,000 USD |
Structure
Participating teams
| Misfits | EnVyUs |
| Fnatic | Rogue |
| Cloud9 | NRG eSports |
| Ninjas in Pyjamas | FaZe Clan |
Main event
Group stage
- Group stage is divided to Europe and North America
- Both regions have two double-elimination format (GSL) Groups (4 teams each)
- Top two teams from each group advance to the single-elimination Playoffs
- Playoffs winner goes to the finals
- All matches are Bo3
- Status: Completed
Playoffs
- Single match between two qualified teams
- Best-of-five series
- Status: Completed
Location: Atlanta, United States
Regional qualifiers
North America
- Group Stage:
- Four double-elimination format (GSL) Groups (4 teams each)
- Group A had three teams due to one team being disbanded
- All matches are Bo3
- Top two teams from each group advance to the Main Event
Europe
- Group Stage:
- Four double-elimination format (GSL) Groups (4 teams each)
- All matches are Bo3
- Top two teams from each group advance to the Main Event
Tournaments
Overwatch Open Main Event |
Go to tournament | |
| Grand Final - Grand Final | ||
| EU Playoffs - EU Playoffs | ||
| Group A - EU Group Stage | ||
| Group B - EU Group Stage | ||
| NA Playoffs - NA Playoffs | ||
| Group A - NA Group Stage | ||
| Group B - NA Group Stage | ||
Overwatch Open Qualifier Playoffs |
Go to tournament | |
| Group D - NA Qualifiers Playoffs | ||
| Group C - NA Qualifiers Playoffs | ||
| Group B - NA Qualifiers Playoffs | ||
| Group A - NA Qualifiers Playoffs | ||
| Group D - EU Qualifier Playoffs | ||
| Group C - EU Qualifier Playoffs | ||
| Group A - EU Qualifier Playoffs | ||
| Group B - EU Qualifier Playoffs | ||
Overwatch Open Qualifier #1 Round of 32 |
Go to tournament | |
| NA Qualifier #1 Round of 32 - Qualifier Round of 32 | ||
| EU Qualifier #1 Round of 32 - Qualifier Round of 32 | ||
Overwatch Open Qualifiers |
Go to tournament | |
| NA Qualifier #4 - NA Qualifiers | ||
| NA Qualifier #3 - NA Qualifiers | ||
| NA Qualifier #2 - NA Qualifiers | ||
| NA Qualifier #1 - NA Qualifiers | ||
| EU Qualifier #4 - EU Qualifiers | ||
| EU Qualifier #3 - EU Qualifiers | ||
| EU Qualifier #2 - EU Qualifiers | ||
| EU Qualifier #1 - EU Qualifiers | ||
VODs
News & Features
Breaking down the meta: Overwatch Open Edition
We can take a lot away from hero picks. Join us as we examine which heroes had the most impact on the road to the Overwatch Open Grand Finals.
With the Overwatch Open playoffs finally wrapping up, Europe now has its grand finalist!
With the European segment of the Overwatch Open now complete, we'll fill you in on anything you missed in the last two days of exciting competition, leading up to the grand finals.
Harsha's Hot Topic: We can no longer deny Fnatic
Fnatic has been a success story about a team who continues to improve day in and day out. However, they do not always get the credit they deserve. Harsha shares his thoughts on the past, present and future of the Fnatic roster.
A Viewers Guide to Overwatch Open's EU Groups
After two days of matches between the NA teams, it's now up to the EU teams to decide who will face EnVyUs in the Grand Finals.
After 2 amazing days, the Overwatch Open now has its North American Grand Finalist!
The North American portion of the Overwatch Open just concluded, with one of the finalists for September 30th now decided. We'll get you up to speed on anything you missed from the last two days!
A Compilation of our Overwatch Open coverage up until now, including many interviews
Missed any part of our Overwatch Open Coverage? We understand. So here is a compilation of our related interviews, strategy pieces and other content that you can check out to prepare for the broadcast.
Get ready for the Overwatch Open with our Crew's Predictions
The GosuGamers editorial crew shares their predictions for the remainder of the Overwatch Open, which starts later today.
Top 5 Storylines at the Overwatch Open
Scr1be is back again with our top 5 storylines for ELEAGUE and FaceIT’s Overwatch Open.
Overwatch Open Grand Final tickets are now on sale!
Ever wanted to be part of history? Now is your chance.