Elite gamers from around the world will battle in Raleigh this weekend in the Rocket League World Championship series.
Rocket League combines the fast-paced excitement of arcade-style soccer with high-octane, rocket-powered vehicles. Fans of all ages flock to arenas and screens alike, drawn by the thrilling gameplay, spectacular goals and jaw-dropping car maneuvers that make Rocket League a crowd favorite.
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The Raleigh Major is a celebration of esports uniting gamers, fans and families.
The first two days of the competition are underway Thursday and Friday. They are being played behind closed doors at the Lenovo Center, but are being livestreamed on YouTube, Twitch and TikTok.
The 8 Hybrid Elimination Bracket, which will include 16 teams fighting for their share of a $351,000 prize pool, will be on Saturday and Sunday in front of a live crowd and livestreamed.
Tickets to watch the event in person start at $59.50 each. Those tickets include access for Saturday and Sunday.
The Raleigh Major Rocket League Schedule
- Thursday, June 26: Swiss Rounds 1 & 2 with a total of 16 best-of-five matches.
- Friday, June 27: Swiss Rounds 3, 4 & 5 with a total of 17 best-of-five matches.
- Saturday, June 28: Hybrid Elimination with two Lower Bracket matches and two Upper Bracket matches playing in a best-of-seven. The 1v1 Final will also take place on this day.
- Sunday, June 29: Hybrid Elimination with Quarter Finals, Semi-Finals, and the Grand Final in best-of-seven matches. Plus the Rocket Rivalry Showmatch: featuring Chalked Cast vs First Touch!
Get more information about the Rocket League Championship Series.