CS2 FISSURE Playground 3: Everything We Know About the 2026 Tournament in Shenzhen

The organizers of the FISSURE Playground series have revealed the details of the third season of the Counter-Strike 2 tournament. The competition will take place from April 20 to April 26, 2026, in Shenzhen, China, a location announced during the finals of FISSURE Playground 2.

Prize Pool and Distribution

The total prize pool for FISSURE Playground 3 will be $1.5 million. It will be distributed as follows:

• Player prizes — $450,000

• Club rewards — $550,000

• Bonus for top-8 VRS teams — $250,000

• Bonus for top-10 in the FISSURE ranking — $250,000

This approach will support not only the winners but also teams that consistently perform at a high level throughout the season.

Participants and Qualifiers

The tournament will feature 16 teams. Fifteen will receive invites based on the Valve ranking, while one spot will go to the winner of the closed qualifiers for teams from Asia, China, and Oceania.

Conditions for Participants

The organizers have allocated $350,000 to ensure comfortable conditions for all participants. Teams will receive:

• round-trip flights;

• hotel accommodation;

• three meals a day;

• practice rooms;

• transfers from the airport to the hotel and back.

Such a level of preparation highlights FISSURE’s serious approach to organizing tournaments and its care for the players.

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Expectations for the Tournament

FISSURE Playground 3 promises to become one of the largest CS2 events of 2026. The world’s strongest teams, an impressive prize pool, and a new location make this tournament a must-watch for millions of esports fans.