Perfect World Shanghai Major 2024: Playoffs Preview

After a wild ride through the Elimination Stage, we’ve reached the Playoffs of the Shanghai Major where every match is a fight for survival. The stakes couldn’t be higher: win, and you stay in the running for the trophy. Lose, and it’s time to pack up and head home.

This year’s Playoffs lineup is full of surprises. The biggest shock? The MongolZ, who’ve gone undefeated and toppled some of the world’s best teams to make it this far. Meanwhile, heavyweights like Natus Vincere didn’t even make the cut, falling short in a brutal 2-3 pool.

The Shanghai Major has been a rollercoaster, with plenty of underdog stories to cheer for. Teams like MIBR and FURIA came out swinging with strong starts, winning two straight games before ultimately falling short. They didn’t make it to the final stages, but their performances left a mark and offered plenty to build on for next season.

Now, the field has narrowed to just eight teams. These are the best of the best, ready to battle it out for Counter-Strike’s ultimate prize. Here’s a look at the Playoffs bracket and what to expect from each matchup:

Playoffs Teams & Bracket

• The MongolZ
• MOUZ
• Team Spirit
• Team Liquid
• G2 Esports
• Heroic
• FaZe Clan
• Team Vitality

Quarter-Finals Fixtures: 12th December - 13th December

Thursday, Dec. 12

• 07:00am CET: MongolZ 0-2 MOUZ (First quarterfinal)
  • 14-16 on Ancient
  • 9-13 on Nuke
• 10:00am CET: Liquid 0-2 Spirit (Second quarterfinal)
  • 9-13 on Anubis
  • 11-13 on Dust 2

Friday, Dec. 13

• 07:00am CET: G2 vs. HEROIC (Third quarterfinal)
• 10:00am CET FaZe vs. Vitality (Fourth quarterfinal)

Semi-Finals Fixtures: 14th December

Saturday, Dec. 14

• 07:00am CET: MOUZ vs. Spirit (First semifinal)
• 10:00am CET: TBD vs. TBD (Second semifinal)

Grand Finals: 15th December

TBA

The Final Stretch

As the Playoffs begin, the Shanghai Major promises to deliver more drama, more upsets, and more unforgettable moments. The MongolZ have already shown that no team is unbeatable, and the remaining teams will be bringing everything they’ve got to avoid the same fate.

Who will rise to the occasion and lift the trophy? Stay tuned as the action unfolds in Shanghai starting November 12th.

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