In the upcoming month, we are eagerly anticipating the thrilling conclusion of the Overwatch Champion Series. The OWCS World Finals are scheduled to take place in November. But before that, we have the final stage of the main competition, OWCS Stage 4, which marks the end of an entire year of competitive action.
Throughout this year, Overwatch esports has seen numerous changes, and these final events will serve as a fitting conclusion to the year’s competitions. With some of the top teams gearing up to compete, fans are curious about the tournament format and what to expect from the upcoming Stage 4.
OWCS Stage 4
North America
In North America, Toronto has been a dominant force over the past few stages. However, Stage 4 presents an opportunity for another team to make their mark. With 155 teams participating, the competition will run from September 20 to October 13.
The event kicks off with a nine-round Swiss stage over the first two days. The top 24 teams then advance to a single-day top Cut Swiss round, with only the top 12 progressing to the Group Stage from September 27 to October 6.
The group stage will ultimately lead to the final brackets, where the winner will secure a spot in the OWCS World Finals. Teams like Toronto Defiant, FLUFFY AIMERS, NTMR, and Citrus Nation have already made it to the final stage.
EMEA OWCS Stage 4
In the EMEA region, the competition follows a similar format. Standout teams like ENCE, Virtus.pro, Spacestation Gaming, and Piece of Cake have advanced from their respective groups to compete in the final bracket, vying for a spot in the World Finals.
Each of these tournaments will determine a team to contend in the World Finals. As we progress through the competition, the bracket will solidify, giving us a clearer picture of the contenders for the Championship crown in this inaugural year of the new Overwatch format. It’s an exciting time for OW esports, especially with ongoing tests for the new 5-v-5 format.