BLAST Slam VIII
UpcomingTier S
BLAST Slam VIII is one of the most prominent global Dota 2 tournaments, gathering the elite international teams to compete for huge prize pools and prestigious standings. The tournament features exceptional production standards that focus on visual innovation and providing an immersive experience for the audience, raising the standards of competition in esports. The event attracts the best talents and professional players, serving as a stage to showcase outstanding tactical skills in unforgettable thrilling matchups.
Format
Group Stage
Dates: September 29th – October 1st
- Structure: 12 teams competing in a Single Round-Robin format.
- Match Format: All matches are Best-of-1 (Bo1).
- Advancement Path:
- Top 2 Teams: Secure a direct seed into the Semifinals.
- 3rd – 8th Place: Advance to the Play-In stage.
- 9th – 12th Place: Proceed to the Last Chance Playoff.
Last Chance & Play-In Stages
Dates: October 2nd – October 4th
- Match Format: All series are Best-of-3 (Bo3).
- Outcome: Winners advance to the Quarterfinals, while all remaining teams are eliminated.
Playoffs
Dates: October 9th – October 11th
- Structure: A high-stakes Single-Elimination bracket.
- Match Format:
- The Grand Final is a Best-of-5 (Bo5).
- All other matches are Best-of-3 (Bo3).