Perfect World Shanghai Major 2024 will be a real event for Counter-Strike 2 fans, and one of the highlights of the tournament is going to be its stage. Thanks to an early leak from Chinese player Somebody, the community got its first glimpse of what's to come at the Major. Impressive photos of the stage immediately aroused excitement and a storm of emotions among players and fans.

What do we know about the stage?

The Shanghai Major 2024 stage looks like a combination of high-tech design and vivid visual effects. It consists of multi-tiered areas for teams, giant interactive screens that will broadcast matches in the smallest detail, and dynamic lighting that adapts to the events of the game. The visual style of the stage harmoniously combines modern aesthetics and elements of traditional Chinese culture, which emphasizes the uniqueness of the venue.

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Reaction of the professional community

Professional player Vinicius “VINI” Figueiredo, who is based in Shanghai, shared his excitement about what he saw:

“I don't want to spoil anything, but the scene at the major will be incredible.”

This comment has only increased the expectations of fans, because with every detail that appears online, Shanghai Major becomes more and more desirable to watch.

Why is it important?

Shanghai Major 2024 is not just another tournament. It is the first major in history to be held in China and the second event of this magnitude to be played in Counter-Strike 2. The organizers from Perfect World have relied on uniqueness and scale to demonstrate that the Asian region can host top-level tournaments.

This is Perfect World's debut as a major organizer, and from the first impressions, we can say that they are making every effort to create an unforgettable show.

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What can we expect next?

Shanghai Major 2024 will start in a few days and will last until mid-December. The tournament will bring together the best teams in the world to compete for a share of the $1,250,000 prize pool. The events will take place in one of the most technologically advanced and large-scale esports centers in the world.