China’s esports market’s international calendar is about to get a shot in the arm, with Romanian production company PGL confirming its first Tier 1 Counter-Strike 2 tournament in the region. The move represents another dent into one of the world’s fastest-growing competitive gaming markets – and the rest of the esports world will surely sit up and take notice.
PGL will host the tournament from April 14-26, 2027, with the event featuring a $1 million prize pool, along with an additional $300,000 VRS Invite Bonus system. The announcement is part of PGL’s huge $22 million investment in Counter-Strike 2 esports, leaving no one in any doubt that the company is now a major force in the competitive scene.
