Valve sent an email to tournament organizers inviting proposals to host the Majors for 2027 and 2028. This became known thanks to a publication on HLTV. This news has sparked significant interest in the esports community, as the distribution of tournaments will shape the future landscape of the most prestigious competitions in CS2.

In the context of the transition to CS2 and significant changes in tournament structures, each Major is not only a grand event for fans but also an opportunity for regions to showcase their strength on the arena.

Background and Historical Context

Since 2016, the format of two Majors per year has become standard practice, with the sole exception in 2023, when the community experienced the transition from CS:GO to CS2. This transformation affected the event schedule and forced tournament organizers to adapt to new requirements. Valve previously warned about the necessity of meeting deadlines, highlighting the risk of penalties in case of failure to fulfill obligations for the 2025 tournaments.

Now, the company has emphasized that the organizers of the Majors in 2027 and 2028 will be responsible for conducting all regional qualifications, such as MRQ and open qualifiers.

Specific Details and Event Schedule

The submission of applications lasts until March 1, 2025, with the final selection of organizers scheduled for June 1. The exact dates for the Majors have already been determined:

• 2027: May 31 – June 20, November 22 – December 12.
• 2028: May 29 – June 18, November 20 – December 10.

Valve emphasizes that the qualifications must be completed no later than two weeks before the start of the Major, preferably three weeks in advance.

In their statement, the developers noted that they are ready to consider proposals for hosting multiple tournaments from one organizer. Additionally, Valve recommends having a backup location due to possible travel restrictions or other force majeure circumstances.

Requirements for Organizers

Valve focuses on key aspects when choosing an application. The event must be entertainment-oriented for the global CS2 audience and consider convenient broadcast times for prime times at 4:00 PM and 9:00 PM CET. Proposals with untested or unfinished features will only be considered with detailed testing plans and alternatives.

Hosting the Majors is not only prestigious but also a tool for influencing regional development and game popularization. Key aspects remain the quality of broadcasts, regional significance, and organizational reliability. The tournaments in 2027 and 2028 will be decisive in shaping a new era of CS2, highlighting its global significance.