Dota 2 Berlin Major 2023: How To Watch, Schedule, Teams & Results
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First Published May 8, 2023, 06:07
Dota 2 enthusiasts can prepare themselves for yet another electrifying tournament. The Berlin Major 2023 will kick off on 26 April, hosting 18 world-class esports teams competing for a share of $500,000. Better still, this hub page comprises everything you need, from the complete Dota Berlin Major schedule to the teams competing and the latest results and standings.
Are you wondering how to watch the Dota 2 Berlin Major from the comfort of your home? We've got you covered with all the details on where and how to tune in. So follow your favorite Dota 2 pro teams as they battle it out to become champions and make their mark ahead of The International 2023. Here's everything you need to know about the Dota Berlin Major 2023.
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How To Watch Dota 2 Berlin Major 2023
There are a few options to watch the Dota 2 Berlin Major 2023. The easiest way to watch the matches is through the "Watch" tab of the game client. However, you can also tune into the live streams on the official ESL Dota Twitch (embedded below) or YouTube channels. Another popular option is to attend the event in person and watch the matches live at the Velodrom Arena in Berlin, Germany. You can find ticketing information on how to attend the live event in the section below.
Note: Some matches during the Dota 2 Berlin Major 2023 may be broadcast on the secondary, tertiary, or quaternary Twitch live streams. Please check the official Dota 2 website and social media channels for information on which matches will be broadcast on each stream.
Dota 2 Berlin Major 2023: Schedule & Format
The Dota 2 Berlin Major 2023 is the second Major of the 2023 DPC season. The tournament features a Group Stage and Playoffs, with 18 teams competing for the championship title from 26 April through 7 May 2023 at the Velodrom Arena in Berlin, Germany. The Group Stage comprises two groups of nine teams each, playing a single round-robin format with all matches being BO2.
The top four teams from each group advance to the Upper Bracket of the Playoffs, while the 5th and 6th placed teams advance to the Lower Bracket. The remaining teams are eliminated. The Playoffs feature twelve teams, with eight starting in the Upper Bracket and four starting in the Lower Bracket. On the other hand, the Playoffs follow a double-elimination bracket format, with all matches except the Grand Final being BO3, while the Grand Final is BO5.
Dota 2 Berlin Major 2023: Teams
The Berlin Major will see 18 of the world's top Dota 2 teams compete for the championship. The participating teams hail from five regions: Western Europe, Eastern Europe, Southeast Asia, China, and North/South America. A complete list of teams and their groups can be found below.
| Group A | Group B |
| BetBoom Team | beastcoast |
| Evil Geniuses | Invictus Gaming |
| 9 Pandas (ex-HellRaisers) | OG |
| Execration | Shopify Rebellion |
| Gaimin Gladiators | Talon Esports |
| PSG.LGD | Team SMG |
| Team Aster | Team Spirit |
| Team Liquid | Tundra Esports |
| TSM | Xtreme Gaming |
Dota 2 Berlin Major 2023: Tickets
Tickets for the Dota 2 Berlin Major 2023 are available online through the official event website. The Premium 3-Day Ticket (279€) is the ultimate experience, providing access to the best seats in the house, signing sessions, a premium goodie bag, and free drinks. The Plus 3-Day Ticket (155€) offers access to the front and back infield seats, close to players, signing sessions, and a goodie bag. Finally, the 1-Day Ticket (19-39€) provides seating in the ranks and access to signing sessions.
Dota 2 Berlin Major 2023: Results & Standings
Here are the results and standings for the Dota 2 Berlin Major 2023: Group Stage. We will endeavor to update this page regularly.
Group Stage
| Group A Standings | ||
|---|---|---|
| Gaimin Gladiators | 5-3-0 | 13-3 |
| 9 Pandas | 2-6-0 | 10-6 |
| Team Liquid | 3-4-1 | 10-6 |
| PSG.LGD | 3-3-2 | 9-7 |
| Team Aster | 2-4-2 | 8-8 |
| Evil Geniuses | 2-4-2 | 8-8 |
| BetBoom Team | 1-6-1 | 8-8 |
| Execration | 1-2-5 | 4-12 |
| TSM | 0-2-6 | 2-14 |
| Group B Standings | ||
| Tundra Esports | 6-2-0 | 14-2 |
| OG | 4-4-0 | 12-4 |
| Team Spirit | 3-5-0 | 11-5 |
| Shopify Rebellion | 3-4-1 | 10-6 |
| Talon Esports | 2-3-3 | 7-9 |
| Xtreme Gaming | 2-2-4 | 6-10 |
| Beastcoast | 1-3-4 | 5-11 |
| Team SMG | 1-2-5 | 4-12 |
| Invictus Gaming | 0-3-5 | 3-13 |
Playoffs
| Upper Bracket Quarterfinals | ||
| Gaimin Gladiators | Team Spirit | 2-0 |
| OG | Team Liquid | 2-1 |
| 9 Pandas | Shopify Rebellion | 2-0 |
| Tundra Esports | PSG.LGD | 2-1 |
| Upper Bracket Semifinals | ||
| Gaimin Gladiators | OG | 2-0 |
| 9 Pandas | Tundra Esports | 2-1 |
| Upper Bracket Final | ||
| Gaimin Gladiators | 9 Pandas | 2-0 |
| Grand Final | ||
| Gaimin Gladiators | Team Liquid | 3-1 |
| Lower Bracket Round 1 | ||
| Team Spirit | Team Aster | 0-2 |
| Team Liquid | Xtreme Gaming | 2-1 |
| Shopify Rebellion | Evil Geniuses | 0-2 |
| PSG.LGD | Talon Esports | 0-2 |
| Lower Bracket Round 2 | ||
| Team Aster | Team Liquid | 0-2 |
| Evil Geniuses | Talon Esports | 2-0 |
| Lower Bracket Round Quarterfinals | ||
| Tundra Esports | Team Liquid | 0-2 |
| OG | Evil Geniuses | 1-2 |
| Lower Bracket Semifinal | ||
| Team Liquid | Evil Geniuses | 2-0 |
| Lower Bracket Round Final | ||
| 9 Pandas | Team Liquid | 1-2 |
Dota 2 Berlin Major 2023: Prize Pool & DPC Points
The Dota 2 Berlin Major 2023 boasts a prize pool of $500,000 and 2,700 Pro Circuit points. The distribution of the prize pool and DPC points is as follows:
| Place | Prize Money | DPC Points | Teams |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | $200,000 | 500 | Gaimin Gladiators |
| 2nd | $100,000 | 450 | Team Liquid |
| 3rd | $75,000 | 400 | 9 Pandas |
| 4th | $50,000 | 350 | Evil Geniuses |
| 5th-6th | $25,000 | 300 | Tundra Esports |
| OG | |||
| 7th-8th | $12,500 | 200 | Team Aster |
| Talon Esports | |||
| 9th-12th | - | 0 | Team Spirit |
| Xtreme Gaming | |||
| Shopify Rebellion | |||
| PSG.LGD | |||
| 13th-14th | - | 0 | BetBoom Team |
| Beastcoast | |||
| 15th-16th | - | 0 | Execration |
| Team SMG | |||
| 17th-18th | - | 0 | TSM |
| Invictus Gaming |
The DPC rankings determine which teams will be eligible for placement in The International 2023, with higher placements earning more DPC points. As such, teams will be vying for DPC points throughout the Dota 2 Berlin Major to improve their chances of making it to the tournament.
Written by Chadley Kemp
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