100 Thieves, Fnatic, and Light Mates amongst Roman Imperium Cup V attendees

Esports event organiser KKM has revealed the 16 groups competing on the upcoming Roman Imperium Cup V Counter-Strike 2 occasion.

The Tier 2 occasion will characteristic a number of notable names, together with 100 Thieves, Fnatic, and Ninjas in Pyjamas.

The fifth version of the occasion will happen from February nineteenth to twenty second, and is considered one of a number of Tier 2 tournaments to draw a few of Counter-Strike’s greatest names. For 100 Thieves, the LAN marks its debut after finalising its revamped roster in January.

Alongside the likes of 100 Thieves,the Swedish aspect EYEBALLERS can even be in attendance because it appears to proceed its climb up the Valve Regional Standings (VRS). The workforce caught the eye of followers after it eradicated FaZe Clan from BLAST Bounty Season 1.

Roman Imperium Cup V might be cut up into the Group Stage and Playoffs. The Group Stage will see the 16 groups divided into 4 equal teams, with the highest two from every one advancing to a single-elimination Playoffs bracket. The winner of the occasion will take residence €5,000 (~£4,348) in prize cash, together with VRS factors.

The fourth version of the Roman Imperium Cup concluded just lately on January 18th, with Berlin Worldwide Gaming (BIG) taking the victory after defeating Betclic Apogee Esports within the Grand Remaining.

Because of Valve rising the significance of its international standings, a number of groups are prioritising Tier 2 LAN occasions whereas competing on the high-profile tournaments.

Along with the Roman Imperium Cup, a number of manufacturers and event organisers are internet hosting Tier 2 occasions, giving groups extra alternatives to climb up the VRS ladder and safe invitations for Tier 1 tournaments.

With high 32 groups within the VRS securing qualification for Counter-Strike’s Majors, LAN victories holding extra worth over on-line competitions. Thus, it’s no shock to see notable organisations area their rosters with the purpose to earn a spot on the title’s tentpole tournaments.