PGL Announces DOTA 2 Wallachia Season #2: A $1,000,000 Tournament in PGL Studios from October 4-13, Featuring 16 Teams Battling Through Swiss Format Group Stages and Double-Elimination Playoffs
Bucharest, Romania – May 28, 2024 – PGL is thrilled to announce the highly anticipated DOTA 2 Wallachia: Season #2, set to occur from October 4-13, 2024. Following the phenomenal success of the inaugural season, Season #2 promises even more excitement, with top teams from around the globe competing for a share of the $1,000,000 prize pool.
Event Details:
- Dates: October 1-13, 2024
- Qualifiers: August 9-17, 2024
- Location: PGL Studios, Bucharest, Romania
- Prize Pool: $1,000,000
- Participating Teams: 16
Tournament Format
Group Stage:
The competition will kick off with a 16-team Swiss format Group Stage. Ten elite teams will receive direct invitations and be joined by six teams emerging from the Open and Closed Qualifiers. This stage is crucial, as only the top 8 teams will advance to the Playoffs, making every match a high-stakes battle for survival.
Playoffs:
The Playoffs will see the top 8 teams from the Group Stage clash in a double-elimination bracket. This format guarantees that every match is critical, with teams fighting to stay in the tournament and vie for the championship. All matches will be best-of-three (BO3), with the Final culminating in a best-of-five (BO5) showdown.
Qualifiers:
The qualifiers, scheduled from August 9-17, will determine the final six teams joining the ten invited ones. This stage is open to all aspiring teams, providing a platform for new talent to make their mark on the DOTA 2 scene.
A Legacy of Excellence
Building on the extraordinary success of PGL DOTA 2 Wallachia Season #1, which became the most-watched event of the 2023-2024 DOTA 2 season, Season #2 is set to elevate the competitive experience even further. Fans can look forward to thrilling matches, top-tier production, and unforgettable moments as the world’s best DOTA 2 teams converge in Bucharest.