Perfect World, the tournament organizer for the upcoming Shanghai Major 2024 in Counter-Strike 2 (CS2), has officially unveiled the list of teams invited to the closed qualifiers for the Regional Major Rankings (RMR) events. These qualifiers will determine which teams advance to the prestigious Shanghai Major, one of the most anticipated events in the CS2 esports calendar.

READ MORE: NertZ on degster's visa issues: "I'm 100% sure it won't happen again until next year"

Regional Breakdown:

Europe:

• The European region boasts the largest number of invited teams, with 32 squads set to compete for a spot in the Major. Notable teams include Cloud9, ENCE, BIG, B8 Esports, Nemiga Gaming, GamerLegion, Monte, OG, TSM, and Bleed Esports. Cloud9's invitation comes with additional excitement as they radded Perfecto back to the roster , bolstering their roster and increasing their chances of success in the qualifiers. The European qualifiers will be held online from August 21 to August 24.

North America:

• In North America, 15 teams have been invited to the closed qualifiers. Among them are NRG, nouns Esports, Wildcard Gaming, Legacy, and Party Astronauts. These teams will battle it out for a chance to secure their place at the Shanghai Major. The North American qualifiers are scheduled to take place online from August 26 to August 28.

South America:

• The South American region will see 16 teams competing in the qualifiers. This region has been growing in strength and popularity within the CS2 scene, and the qualifiers are set to showcase some of the best talent the region has to offer. The South American qualifiers will also be held online, running from August 26 to August 28.

Asia-Pacific:

• In the Asia-Pacific region, 14 teams have been invited to the closed qualifiers. This region includes teams from various countries such as China, East Asia, Oceania, and the Middle East. Some of the top contenders include TYLOO, Chinggis Warriors, Rare Atom, and Mindfreak. The Asia-Pacific qualifiers will be conducted online from August 25 to August 30.

Tournament Structure and Expectations:

The RMR qualifiers are a crucial step for teams aiming to compete in the Perfect World Shanghai Major 2024. The Major itself is scheduled to take place in late November 2024, culminating in a grand final on December 15, 2024. The event will feature a total prize pool of $1.25 million, making it one of the most lucrative and prestigious tournaments in the CS2 esports scene.

The qualifiers are expected to be highly competitive, with many teams vying for limited spots at the Major. The European qualifier, in particular, will be closely watched, given the presence of numerous top-tier teams. The inclusion of BC.GAME, despite recent controversies involving a cheater within their ranks, has also sparked discussions within the community.

READ MORE: Valve fixed bugs, improved gameplay and interface in the latest update for CS2

Valve's Updated Tournament Rules:

In the lead-up to these qualifiers, Valve has made updates to the official tournament rules for CS2. A significant addition is the introduction of clause 5.4, which outlines the conditions under which teams can be disqualified from licensed competitions. This rule is seen as a response to recent incidents and aims to ensure the integrity of competitive play.

The Perfect World Shanghai Major 2024 is shaping up to be a landmark event in the world of CS2 esports, with regional qualifiers set to lay the foundation for what promises to be an exciting and action-packed tournament. Fans and players alike will be eagerly watching as teams battle for their chance to compete on the world stage.