The Halo Championship Series (HCS) Atlanta Major 2024 is just around the corner, promising an electrifying weekend for Halo fans. Hosted by FaZe Clan, this event will feature intense competition, side activities, and exclusive rewards. Here’s a comprehensive guide to everything you need to know.
Event Overview: Dates and Schedule
The HCS Atlanta Major will run from July 26 to July 28, 2024:
- July 26 (Friday): Open Bracket competition, with the top four teams moving to pool play.
- July 27 (Saturday): Pool play, leading to the formation of the Championship Bracket.
- July 28 (Sunday): Championship Sunday, where the ultimate winner will be crowned.
Location
The tournament will take place in Atlanta, Georgia. Specific venue details will be announced closer to the event.
Tournament Structure
The Open Bracket features 64 teams competing for four spots in the pool play. This stage is crucial for underdog teams aiming to make a name for themselves.
Pool Play
In pool play, 16 teams will compete, including the top four from the Open Bracket and 12 pre-invited teams. These teams are divided into four pools:
Pool A
- FaZe Clan
- Complexity
- Bonten
- Open Bracket Qualifier
Pool B
- OpTic Gaming
- Into the Breach
- Pure
- Open Bracket Qualifier
Pool C
- Shopify Rebellion
- Sentinels
- Cloud9
- Open Bracket Qualifier
Pool D
- Spacestation Gaming
- Quadrant
- Incognito
- Open Bracket Qualifier
Championship Bracket
The top teams from each pool will advance to the Championship Bracket, culminating in the grand finals on Championship Sunday.
Prize Pool
The HCS Atlanta Major 2024 boasts a prize pool of $250,000. Here’s a breakdown of the prize distribution:
- 1st Place: $100,000
- 2nd Place: $50,000
- 3rd Place: $30,000
- 4th Place: $20,000
- 5th-6th Place: $15,000 each
- 7th-8th Place: $10,000 each
How to Watch
Fans can catch all the action on the official Halo and HCS Twitch channels. Exclusive Twitch Drops will be available for viewers throughout the event, offering unique in-game rewards.
Side Events
Attendees will have the opportunity to participate in various side events, adding more excitement to the weekend:
Halo 3 MCC 4v4
- Format: 16-team bracket, single elimination, best-of-three series with a best-of-five finals.
Halo 5 2v2
- Format: 32-team bracket, single elimination, best-of-three series with a best-of-five finals.
Halo 3 MCC 2v2
- Format: 64-team bracket, single elimination, best-of-three series with a best-of-five finals.
Halo Infinite 2v2
- Format: 64-team bracket, single elimination, best-of-three series with a best-of-five finals.
$5,000 Free-For-All (FFA) Tournament
- Open to: All attendees
- 1st Place Prize: $2,000
Conclusion
The HCS Atlanta Major 2024 is set to be a thrilling event filled with high-stakes matches, engaging side activities, and exclusive rewards for fans. Mark your calendars for July 26-28 and prepare for an unforgettable Halo experience.