DreamLeague Season 21, the renowned Dota 2 tournament, is making a much-anticipated comeback with a $1 million prize pool. Organized by the ESL FACEIT Group, the event is set to be a part of the ESL Pro Tour (EPT), attracting top-tier teams from around the globe.

DreamLeague Season 21 Returns: Everything We Know So Far

Scheduled to take place from September 18th to 24th, 2023, DreamLeague Season 21 promises intense competition among 12 premier Dota 2 teams. While the prize pool remains at $1 million USD, the format has been streamlined due to time constraints caused by The International 12 (TI12) scheduled for October. The tournament will feature a single round-robin group stage, comprising two groups of six teams each. This will culminate in playoffs featuring a double-elimination bracket, with a Best-of-5 grand final.

Among the announced teams are Gaimin Gladiators, Team Spirit, Talon Esports, Shopify Rebellion, and more. With the winner set to claim $300,000 from the prize pool, the remaining teams will receive varying amounts based on their final rankings. This distribution ensures that competitive spirit thrives at every level of the tournament.

Shane Clarke, Director of Game Ecosystems – Dota 2 at EFG, emphasized the excitement surrounding DreamLeague Season 21. He anticipates a thrilling showdown as teams gather valuable experience and hone their skills on patch 7.34 before the eagerly awaited TI12. The event's significance is underscored by its place in the ESL Pro Tour, a framework aimed at bolstering the Dota 2 competitive scene and complementing Valve's DPC environment.

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Esports enthusiasts can catch the live action of DreamLeague Season 21 on ESL Dota 2's Twitch and YouTube platforms. As the tournament draws near, additional details regarding talent, the final two invited teams, and match schedules are expected to be revealed, heightening the anticipation for this electrifying esports event.