The mascot HAI of 2024 CS Major in Shanghai. [Photo/Shanghai Observer]

The highly influential e-sports game CS Major will make its debut in Asia in December, announced the organizer at the 2024 Global Esports Conference.

The tournament will see 56 teams from 50 countries and regions converge in Shanghai to battle it out in the competitive arena. Anticipated to draw in tens of thousands of spectators from across the globe, the event promises to be a spectacle of skill, strategy, and adrenaline-fueled competition.

CS Major stands out as one of the most internationalized e-sports competition events. Since its inception in 2013, the game has traversed various global cities such as London, Paris, and Berlin, captivating audiences both in-person and online with its intense gameplay and thrilling matchups.

Renowned for its global appeal, CS Major's livestreaming sessions are broadcast in multiple languages, including Chinese, English, Russian, and Portuguese, ensuring that fans worldwide can immerse themselves in the excitement of the competition.

The qualifier series is traditionally held online in Europe, America, and Asia. However, this year's event will take place offline in Shanghai, adding a new dimension of intensity and camaraderie to the proceedings.

Perfect World Esports, the organizing entity behind the event, has announced plans to offer a range of souvenirs and cultural creative products for sale, catering to the diverse needs and preferences of attendees.

Adding to the excitement, the conference also unveiled the official mascot of the game, HAI, a playful nod to the English greeting "hi". This year's mascot embodies the essence of the host city, Shanghai, as it embodies the spirit of inclusivity.

A report released during the conference highlighted China's burgeoning e-sports landscape, revealing that the country boasts a staggering 490 million e-sports gamers, making it the global leader in player numbers. Shanghai, in particular, has emerged as a hub for offline e-sports contests and houses a plethora of e-sports clubs, solidifying its status as a vibrant epicenter for competitive gaming.

Source: Shanghai Observer