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IEM Beijing 2026

IEM Beijing 2026: dates, format, teams and how to watch. Counter-Strike 2 event run by ESL (ESL FACEIT Group), ESL Pro Tour, Nov 2–8, 2026, Beijing, China.

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  • GameCounter-Strike 2
  • DatesNov 2–8, 2026
  • WhereBeijing, China
  • VenueBloomage Biotech Biohyalux ECM Arena
  • OrganizerESL (ESL FACEIT Group), ESL Pro Tour
  • Prize poolPrize money + club reward; winner $125,000 + $235,000 club reward.
  • StatusUpcoming

Checked October 14, 2026. Dates, formats and prize pools from the organizer.

Format

16 teams, double elimination, Bo3, all stages on LAN. Slots: 10 global VRS invites, 1 each for North America, South America, Asia VRS, 3 closed-qualifier spots. Counts toward ESL Grand Slam.

How to watch

  • Twitch: eslcs
  • YouTube: ESL Counter-Strike

Good to know

Organised with the Beijing Esports Industry Development Association (per ESL announcement coverage; confirm before use).

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