Open qualifier
Open vs closed qualifier:
| Who can play | |
|---|---|
| Open qualifier | anyone who registers, from amateurs to pros |
| Closed qualifier | invited teams plus the winners of the open qualifiers |
How it works: open qualifiers often start with hundreds of teams in a single or double elimination bracket, with BO1 matches early on. Only a few teams come out of them.
Why they matter: they are the path for new teams. Valve's rules for organizers push events to stay open, and results in qualifiers can help teams climb the Valve Regional Standings.
On R1GG, open qualifiers usually appear as D tier tournaments. See CS2 Tournament Tiers.
Related guides
CS2 Tournament Tiers: What S, A, B, C and D MeanWhat S, A, B, C and D tier mean for CS2 tournaments, who sets them, how they match tier 1 and tier 2 talk, and which events are worth watching.
Academy teamAn academy team in CS2 is a pro organization's second roster for young players.
Double eliminationDouble elimination in CS2 means a team is out only after two series losses.
Tier 1Tier 1 in CS2 means the top level of the scene: the best teams and the biggest events, such as Majors.
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