Publication date: 23 Jan 2024
Intel Extreme Masters Katowice, one of the most prestigious and exciting esports tournaments in the world of CS:GO, is once again gearing up for its grand event in 2024. This year, the best teams and players from all over the world are expected to take part, gathering in Poland to battle it out for the championship title.
IEM Katowice 2024
The Grand Slam esports tournament will take place from 31 January to 11 February in Poland at the Etihad Arena. 24 strongest teams will fight for the cash prize of $1 million, as well as a quota for IEM Cologne 2024 and Blast Premier World Final 2024.
The tournament is known to consist of several stages:
- Play-In;
- Group Stage;
- Play-offs.
The teams that have confirmed their participation in the tournament are:
| Qualification winners | Play-In participants |
| Falcons Esport, NAVI, Faze Clan, Team Vitality, Monte, Complexity, G2, Mouz | Team Spirit, Cloud9, Heroic, Virtus.pro, Furia, The Mongolz, GamerLegion, Apeks, Astralis, Ence, BIG, Eternal Fire, BetBoom Team, Rooster, M80, Paloma |
History of the IEM Katowice Esport Event
IEM Katowice has a rich history, starting with its first edition in 2013. This tournament quickly gained popularity and became one of the most anticipated events in esports. Every year it attracts thousands of spectators and millions of online broadcasts.
Since its inception, IEM Katowice has offered a wide range of disciplines, including such popular games as Counter-Strike: Global Offensive, League of Legends, Dota 2 and StarCraft II. Annually, the tournament develops new formats and innovative solutions to meet the needs and expectations of players and spectators.
Results and winners of previous IEM Katowice seasons
Over the years, IEM Katowice has produced many unforgettable moments and epic battles. The greatest teams and players in esports have fought for the championship title and rewards that have come to symbolize excellence and success.
The past seasons of IEM Katowice saw impressive results such as several Fnatic victories in CS:GO, SK Telecom T1 dominance in League of Legends and Ilya “Lil” Ilyuk’s prowess in Dota 2. Each year brought new heroes and new stories of great victories.
| Year | Venue | Results |
| 2023 | Katowice, Poland | 1st – G2
2nd – Heroic |
| 2022 | Katowice, Poland | 1st – FaZe
2nd – G2 |
| 2021 | Europe (online) | 1st – Gambit
2nd – Virtus.pro |
2025 IEM Katowice
Intel Extreme Masters Katowice continues to evolve and grow, setting new standards for esports tournaments. Expect even more exciting battles, new talent and innovative formats in 2025.
The world of esports is looking forward to 2025 IEM Katowice to see which teams and players rise to glory, who will be the new champions and what epic moments will be captured in the history of this prestigious tournament. The future of IEM Katowice promises to be even more exciting and exhilarating for all esport fans.
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