Valve Releases Final Standings for Shanghai Major RMRs: Full Breakdown and Seeding

This update solidifies the team seedings and determines the initial matchups across the three key regions: Europe, Americas, and Asia, aligning with Valve's Major supplemental rulebook. These rankings hold significant weight, as they set the stage for one of the most critical tournaments in the competitive CS landscape.

Perfect World is expected to confirm the exact seedings and matchups soon, ensuring a transparent and orderly process heading into the RMR tournaments scheduled from November 11 to 24.

Top Performers Across Regions: Highlights

In the Europe RMR A, Natus Vincere (Na'Vi) has secured the top seed, thanks to a consistent performance throughout the year. In Europe RMR B, G2 Esports climbed to the top seed after a stellar showing at the BLAST Fall Final, marking a remarkable upward shift in their ranking. Over in the Americas, FURIA’s strong run at the IEM Rio Major granted them the top seed, edging out Team Liquid. The MongolZ dominated the Asia region and clinched the first seed spot.

RMR Tournament Format and Structure

Europe and Americas: 16-Team BO1 Swiss System

The Europe and Americas RMRs will adopt a 16-team BO1 (best-of-one) Swiss System to determine the teams that will advance to the Major. This format involves multiple rounds of play, with teams progressing based on their match results. Progression and elimination matches, which are even more critical, will follow a BO3 (best-of-three) structure to ensure that the strongest teams advance.

Asia: 8-Team Double-Elimination

Asia’s RMR tournament will utilize a different approach. An eight-team double-elimination bracket will be employed, with the opening matches following a BO1 format. All subsequent matches will be BO3, providing more depth and opportunities for teams to adjust their strategies.

Advancement to the Major

From these RMR tournaments, 14 teams from the Europe region, seven from the Americas, and three from Asia will earn their berths to the Shanghai Major. The top eight European teams will bypass the initial stages and head straight into the Elimination Stage of the Major, while others will need to fight through the Opening Stage.

Regional Seedings: A Closer Look

Europe RMR A

The Europe RMR A seeding is particularly competitive, with the following teams leading the charge:

Following closely behind are notable names like Falcons and BetBoom. These teams will all be battling for a spot in the Major, with early matchups playing a crucial role in determining their paths.

Europe RMR B

The Europe RMR B bracket also hosts a competitive field, with G2 sitting atop as the first seed. Here’s a look at the top five seeds:

These teams will face a grueling battle to secure a coveted spot at the Major, with the opening matchups expected to set the tone for the tournament.

Americas RMR: Dominant Teams

FURIA's rise to the top spot in the Americas RMR standings was marked by an impressive performance in Rio. The top five teams in this region are:

These teams will compete in a fiercely contested environment, with each match having significant implications for their progression in the tournament.

Asia RMR: The MongolZ Take the Lead

The MongolZ stand as the top-seeded team in the Asia region, showcasing consistent and formidable play. The top five seeds are as follows:

In this region, the double-elimination format will offer teams multiple chances to progress, making the competition unpredictable and exciting.

First-Round Matchups: Europe, Americas, and Asia

Below is a breakdown of the expected first-round matchups across the three regions:

Europe A

Europe B

Americas

Asia

Key Dates and Tournament Timeline

The RMR tournaments will take place from November 11 to November 24, beginning with the Asia RMR and concluding with the Europe RMR. This extended timeline ensures that teams have ample opportunity to prepare for each match, as the results will determine their paths to the Major.

The pressure is particularly high for the European teams, with 14 slots available, while teams in the Americas and Asia must fight for fewer positions—seven and three, respectively.

The updated rankings and subsequent seedings have set the stage for an exciting and unpredictable road to the Perfect World Shanghai Major. With top teams like Na'Vi, G2, FURIA, and The MongolZ leading their respective regions, fans can expect intense competition. These teams have proven their strength throughout the year, but the RMR format’s unforgiving nature ensures that only the best will advance to the Major.