ESL has unveiled the full schedule and structural changes for the ESL Impact 2025 season, promising exciting updates for fans and teams alike. The announcement includes key dates, regional slot distribution, and a revamped incentive program designed to support women's Counter-Strike 2.

Seasonal Club Incentive and Prize Pool

ESL is introducing a $700,000 annual financial investment to foster creativity and performance among participating teams. This funding includes:

• $100,000 in prize money for Top-8 teams at the Season Finals.

• $125,000 for Short-Form Video Series for the Top-6 teams.

• $125,000 for Long-Form Video Series for the Top-6 teams.

This initiative aims to improve content storytelling and engagement, helping organizations connect with their fan base.

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2025 Prize Pool Breakdown

The total prize pool of $300,000 will be split into two seasons, each featuring a $150,000 distribution:

Season Finals: $123,000

• 1st: $50,000

• 2nd: $25,000

• 3-4th: $13,000

• 5-6th: $7,000

• 7-8th: $4,000

Online Leagues:

• Europe: $11,000

• North America: $8,000

• South America: $8,000

Key Dates for 2025 ESL Impact

Season 7

• Open Qualifiers: January 31 – February 6, 2025

• ESL Impact League S7: February 26 – April 13, 2025

• Global Finals (Dallas): May 23 – 25, 2025

Season 8

• Open Qualifiers: August 15 – 24, 2025

• ESL Impact League S8: September 10 – October 26, 2025

• Global Finals (Stockholm): November 28 – 30, 2025

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Regional Slot Distribution

Under Valve's updated guidelines, regional slots have been realigned to ensure all regions receive fair representation:

• Europe: 4 slots

• North America: 2 slots

• South America: 2 slots

Format Adjustments

Starting with Season 8, teams will be invited based on Valve Regional Standings (VRS) combined with Open Qualifiers. This ensures a meritocratic approach while maintaining global representation.

In Season 7, teams will still have requalification opportunities from Season 6, marking a transitional phase.

What’s Next?

The ESL Impact Global Finals in Dallas (Season 7) and Stockholm (Season 8) will highlight the world's top women's CS2 teams competing for a share of $150,000 per season.

As the 2025 circuit shapes up, ESL Impact continues to solidify its commitment to fostering talent and elevating women's Counter-Strike to the highest level. Fans can expect fierce competition and engaging content throughout the year.

Source: ESL