The ongoing Skyesports Championship 2024 CS2 LAN event in Mumbai, India has been overshadowed by a series of technical glitches and subpar player facilities. Let’s delve into the unfolding issues at the event.
Skyesports Championship 2024 Technical Problems and Player Facilities
During the ongoing Skyesports Championship 2024, two matches experienced interruptions due to technical issues. The event venue faced power outages and connectivity problems, causing disruptions in gameplay. Despite restart attempts, the matches were plagued by repeated shutdowns, resulting in delays of several hours.
In addition to technical setbacks, players have raised concerns about inconsistently equipped PCs, potentially affecting fair competition. Moreover, map vetoes being conducted via phone calls deviate from standard practices observed in top-tier CS2 tournaments.
Furthermore, criticisms have been directed towards the inadequate player facilities provided at the event. While the Playoffs will transition to LAN setup, the Group Stages are being conducted online, with players forced to compete from their hotel rooms. A notable complaint came from Eternal Fire’s XANTARES, who expressed dismay at the event’s conditions:
“I have never seen such a bad tournament in my life, the PCs are extremely bad, there were nails on the tables, now the electricity goes out first, then the internet goes out, it’s a disgrace.”
Although XANTARES reported table issues, videos shared by other players depict a concerning environment at the event.
Additional comments from Eternal Fire players, including MAJ3R, have echoed criticisms of the event’s conditions.
However, in a contrasting perspective, BLEED coach kassad initially praised the hotel and hospitality standards upon arrival, implying satisfaction with the event setup. Any potential PC issues for BLEED would likely have been promptly addressed by kassad’s transparency.
As the competition progresses, efforts are being made to address the shortcomings at the Skyesports Championship 2024. With esteemed teams like ENCE, Eternal Fire, and The MongolZ vying for a $300,000 prize pool, the event holds promise for an exciting showcase. Let’s hope these hurdles serve as learning experiences for the tournament organizers to enhance the overall event experience.
