Group Stage Overview

The group stage of the FISSURE Universe: Episode 4 tournament has concluded. This stage saw some teams rising to the challenge, while others faced elimination. The competition was intense as teams vied for a spot in the playoffs. Out of the 16 teams, only eight secured their place in the next round.

Both Team Spirit and Tundra Esports stood out during this phase. They managed to win all three of their matches, making them strong contenders moving into the playoffs. However, it was a different story for M80 and One Move, both of which exited the tournament after failing to win any of their matches.

Other teams, including Team Liquid, Gaimin Gladiators, Team Falcons, Team Tidebound, PARIVISION, and BetBoom Team, also performed well and ended this stage with a 2-1 standing. They are now just one step away from possibly reaching further success in the playoffs.

Meanwhile, a handful of teams such as Night Pulse, BOOM Esports, Aurora Gaming, Talon Esports, Wildcard, and 1win Team are struggling in the competition, each holding a 1-2 record. Their journey in the tournament hangs in the balance as they fight to stay alive in the competition.

Upcoming Playoffs

With the group stage over, the playoffs are set to kick off on March 27, 2025. Participants will battle in a double-elimination format, where every match will be crucial in deciding who advances further in the tournament.

The initial schedule for the upper bracket matches on March 27 is as follows:

• 09:00 UTC: Teams to be decided
• 12:30 UTC: Teams to be decided
• 16:00 UTC: Teams to be decided
• 19:30 UTC: Teams to be decided

This part of the tournament will consist of best-of-3 matches. Only the Grand Finals will deviate from this format, being a best-of-5 to determine the ultimate winner.

Tournament Features

The FISSURE Universe: Episode 4 tournament dates are set from March 22 to March 30, 2025. Featuring a prize pool of $500,000, it promises to be an exciting event for both players and fans. Initially, the tournament adopted a modified Swiss-system for the group stages, which will now transition into double-elimination for the playoffs.

There were 16 teams participating in this event, with half being invited and the other half having qualified through previous stages. All matches are held online, using Western European servers to ensure fair play throughout the duration of the tournament.

As the playoffs continue, more detailed match-ups and results will emerge based on the outcomes of each round. Both fans and teams eagerly await the unfolding events, as the excitement for who will claim victory builds.

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