Know about the Esports Titles, Registration Details, Prize pool and more
As announced by Skyesports on Twitter, the WD Black Cup Season 4 registrations have started.
WD Black Cup Season 4 is an annual esports tournament that is organized by Skyesports and it is a major event in the Indian esports scene. Players will compete in numerous games as the competition includes three different esports titles. The champions of each game will share the $10,000 USD (INR 8,15,951) prize pool, which is the total prize money for the competition. Players have the chance to show off their abilities and possibly win cash prizes during the competition. Additionally, it gives audiences a platform to follow and cheer on their favourite players and clubs.
WD Black Cup Season 4 Details
The fourth season of the WD Black Cup tournament is set to feature three different esports titles, each with its own unique gameplay and competitive scene.
- Overwatch 2 is the overhauled version of the fast-paced shooter game from Blizzard. It is a first-person shooter game that features a diverse cast of characters, each with its own unique abilities and playstyles.
- CS: GO (Counter-Strike: Global Offensive) is a first-person shooter game that is considered one of the oldest and most classic competitive shooters. It has a large and dedicated player base and is known for its high-stakes competitive matches.
- Real Cricket 22 is a classic cricket title for mobile devices. It is a sports simulation game that is based on the sport of cricket. It is a realistic and accurate representation of cricket and is popular among cricket fans.
Overwatch 2
The forthcoming WD Black Cup Season 4 competition will feature Overwatch 2 as one of the esports games. Skyesports will host India’s first legitimate Overwatch 2 competition with this event. As a “grassroots-level competition,” the event will enable individuals and teams from all over India the chance to demonstrate their talents and perhaps establish a name for themselves in the esports community. Fans and gamers of the game have a fantastic opportunity to watch some of the top Overwatch 2 players and teams from India compete at a high level.
- Registration: January 23rd to 30th.
- Event: February 1st to 5th.
- Prize pool: $3,000 USD.
CS: GO
According to Shiva “Marvel” Nandy, CEO of Skyesports, the WD Black Cup Season 4 competition will also involve the well-known first-person shooter game Counter-Strike: Global Offensive (CS: GO). The competition will happen from January through February. This event is referred to as a “Pro Tournament,” which implies that before moving on to the playoffs, teams will have the chance to qualify through open qualifiers and fight against professional teams who have been directly invited to the tournament. With this system, teams from both amateur and professional leagues can face off against one another in a thrilling event.
- Registrations: January 23rd to February 2nd.
- Event: February 4th to 8th.
- Grand Finals: February 18th.
- Total prize pool: $5,000 USD.
Real Cricket 22
Real Cricket 22, a leading cricket-based mobile game available for both iOS and Android users, will be included as the third title for the upcoming WD Black Cup Season 4 tournament.
- Registration: January 23rd to 30th.
- Event February: 1st to 9th.
- The Grand Finals: February 18th.
- Total prize pool: 2,000 USD.
Conclusion
The championship finals of Counter-Strike: Global Offensive (CS: GO) and Real Cricket 22 are planned to take place offline in front of a live audience, so it will be fascinating to see how the competition develops. Due to the opportunity to see the match in person, this format offers a special experience for both the players and the audience, resulting in a more engaging and thrilling environment. The fact that the players will be putting on a show for a live audience, which has a big influence on the game’s outcome, ups the pressure and intensity of the competition.