ESL FACEIT Group Launches an Overwatch Team League

ESL FACEIT Group (EFG) is one of the leading organizations in the esports and video game entertainment industry. Fans, teams, publishers, developers, partners, and players come together as gamers show off their skills in tournaments worldwide.

One of the platform's longest-running competitions is the Counter-Strike League, but EFG has officially launched a team league for its dedicated Overwatch fans.

ESL FACEIT Group Launches an Overwatch Team League

The Overwatch team league is called the FACEIT League and is run by FACEIT, the major platform for competitive gaming. The new league also takes a more inclusive approach, allowing players of various skill levels to participate in tournaments across six regions.

Season 1 takes place from April 29 to June 9, and the winners will head to the playoffs from June 10 to June 23. Teams will compete for a $170,000 prize, higher division promotion, and top regional slots at the Summer 2024 Esports World Cup.

The FACEIT League focuses on driving the growth of Overwatch esports and helping fans of the FPS get the global recognition they deserve. The company will offer seven-week seasons each year for players in North America, EMEA (Europe, the Middle East, North Africa), Oceania, and South America.

Divisions for each region will be organized as follows: Master: Road to Esports World Cup, Expert, Advanced (for players from EMEA and North America), and Open.

Registration for the FACEIT League Season 1 is open and will end on Thursday, April 25, at 5:00 p.m. CET/4:00 p.m. GMT.