The Overwatch World Cup is finally back after four long years. A lot has changed since the last tournament in 2019, with new champions and a different gameplay style introduced in Overwatch 2. Now, fresh talent is ready to compete for the prestigious trophy. Let’s dive into the essential information about the Overwatch World Cup 2023, including the event schedule, teams, and where to watch the action unfold.
Overwatch World Cup 2023:
The Battle for Glory Begins
After a four-year hiatus, the Overwatch World Cup had made a grand comeback. Since the last edition in 2019, the landscape of the tournament has transformed significantly. Former champions and competitors have retired, and a new era of Overwatch 2 has emerged. However, with fresh faces ready to take the trophy, the competition promises to be fierce and exhilarating.
Where to watch Overwatch World Cup 2023
- Overwatch World Cup 2023 will follow tradition and take place at the BlizzCon event in Anaheim, California.
- As for streaming, the games will be available on the Overwatch YouTube and Twitch channels.
Overwatch World Cup 2023 schedule
The Overwatch World Cup 2023 featured two preliminary programs before the main playoff event. The World Cup Trials determined the teams representing their respective countries, followed by online qualifiers to select the teams for the LAN Finals.
- World Cup Trials: The World Cup Trials were held from February 10th to 12th, February 17th to 19th, and February 24th to 26th, 2023.
- Online Qualifiers: A total of 16 teams, consisting of 15 teams from the Online Qualifiers and one from China, will journey to Southern California for the Group Stage.
- Group Stage Qualifiers: The Group Stage will occur on LAN from October 29th to November 1st without any spectators present.
- World Cup 2023: Following the Group Stage, the Top 8 teams will compete in an intense single-elimination bracket Finals held in front of an enthusiastic BlizzCon audience from November 3rd to 4th.
Overwatch World Cup 2023 Participants
A total of 37 countries will compete in the Overwatch World Cup 2023, divided into the Americas Conference, Europe and Middle East Conference, and Asia-Pacific Conference, and a team from China.
- Notable teams include South Korea, the reigning champion, and the United States, the victor of the previous edition. However, we mustn’t forget the countless new talented players making their names in the Overwatch Hall of Fame.
- Each Overwatch World Cup team and its players have undergone rigorous trials and selection processes, ensuring a display of top-tier talent.
Americas Conference Teams
| COUNTRY | PLAYERS |
|---|---|
| Argentina | Gaspih, Walterdw, ORACLE, Compasión, Hurd, Kroos, Okuno |
| Brazil | Ludwig, Svenko, TheSeriusGui, Dalca, neil, Nyohl, xfel |
| Canada | Seeker, Noxious, Astronexz, False, MagicM8Ball, Crimzo, cal |
| Chile | debout, RAAM, Apple, Frack, PAPO, lazu, Poplots |
| Colombia | dr0mr, Eqo, Pierino, SuperGomez, HappyAlonso, Mixvi, Hug, Dulla, neverdead, Tv1 |
| Costa Rica | Jodelo, Winter, SpookySpanish, Wedtube, Benji, Carmac, Baru |
| Ecuador | Nob1to, Jorel, Roll, Emiliox44, Cairngorm, Tamanuu, Pabiloon |
| Guatemala | Richie, Arenas, Noctus Paint, Vendettyron, Marleo, Diego, Vinzi |
| Mexico | Chobilux, Angelvolado, hysteria, Castled, Sopa, Paolette, Momo, Fervant, Sam, Budget |
| Peru | Andrando, D13g0, Persona, Baskerville, Suzu, Rodrigo5d, Poke |
| Puerto Rico | Loopy, Anderp, Talisman, PAPAJOE, Zulex, LightWolf, Croih |
| United States | Hydron, Speedily, Sugarfree, Coluge, super, Ojee, UltraViolet, Aspire, s9mm, Rupal |
Asia-Pacific Conference Teams
| COUNTRY | PLAYERS |
|---|---|
| Australia | QIN, naahmie, Nanda, cuFFa, Punk, Atlas, Ackyyy |
| Hong Kong | Despair, Kurumi, XIAOLIAN, R3K, AmCrazy, ManGoJai, IRP |
| India | Pummy, Matrix, Ironman, DT89, Akash, Abbs, CaptainPrash |
| Indonesia | Proxiezs, speed75, SJS, Zeckrom, Geecy, Ch3nlee, Shrimp |
| Japan | Nico, Qki, Mihawk, KSG, Plankton, mint, Qloud |
| Malaysia | j003, gameprodude, QiXMico, Fantasy, GeminiX, Numinoz, WANNABEE |
| New Zealand | par, Colourhex, Jkap, ODP, fin, Seqtar, August |
| Philippines | Redux, Wucked, Pugbutt, Roeqey, Grandeesauto, CHONLEE, MaRKiEEEEEEE |
| Singapore | Azalea, Bubblekitty, sgy, Lumi, Overshake, Akame, Xexo |
| South Korea | LIP, Sp9rk1e, Hanbin, Fearless, Fielder, ChiYo, FiNN |
| Thailand | HyVision, Ace, Clementine, Rodtunglnw, mush2oom, PaLee, oPuTo |
Europe and Middle East Conference Teams
| COUNTRY | PLAYERS |
|---|---|
| Belgium | Logix, Ken, Stain, Skytorr, Shyraa, Podonova, Chaba |
| France | Avo, NiCOgdh, Pak, BenBest, Poko, FDGod, reviewz |
| Germany | Phi, qrxu, Hitori, Alex2704, sucrax, Pandi, rephid, Zupo, Moose, Soax |
| Italy | Chimera, Yukinoshita, Andr3w, Rajaion, Frayu1600, Katekomi, Aleeh |
| Netherlands | A10, Pastor, TAP, Daan, kraandop, ANJ, Buddie |
| Norway | Onigod, PSYCH0, Yiqids, Isack, meeemyo, JayP7, Ekko |
| Poland | icav, Philion, FakeJake, choose, Flipper, Kaju, teksol |
| Saudi Arabia | Youbi, Quartz, YZNSA, KSAA, Haku, SirMajed, One |
| Spain | hira, Loren, CrazyDragon, Helv, heaveNN, Galaa, Khenail, Bones, Conde, Ade, SrFreezy |
| Sweden | kevster, SparkR, LullSiSH, Theomatic, Scyle, h9mpe, Mellun |
| Turkey | Lethal, Nephren, Matrak, MtyRevenant, Romani, Pharook, LuCy |
| United Kingdom | Backbone, WMaimone, Kai, JkAru19, Smex, Kronus, FunnyAstro |
Team China
| COUNTRY | PLAYERS |
|---|---|
| China | Shy, leave, guxue, Twenty, Mmonk, lengsa, Farway1987 |
As we eagerly await the return of the Overwatch World Cup, excitement fills the air. This highly anticipated tournament offers a thrilling blend of intense competition, fresh talent, and the spirit of international rivalry. With the LAN Finals drawing near, the Overwatch community is gearing up to witness the crowning of the first Overwatch 2 World Cup winner.
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