The inaugural season of the Overwatch Champions Series competition is wrapping up with an exhilarating finale!
The 2024 OWCS World Finals are set to ignite on Friday, November 22nd, as DreamHack Stockholm stages its first event at the renowned Stockholmsmässan. Sweden, a land rich in esports history, has been a backdrop for countless unforgettable moments, and we’re thrilled to host the inaugural OWCS World Finals, adding another significant chapter to this legacy!
Following the electrifying OWCS Major held at DreamHack Dallas, the eight most formidable teams from Asia, North America, and EMEA will contest for supremacy and share in a remarkable crowdfunded prize pool. We’re here to equip you with all the essential details to maximize your Finals viewing experience—including the who’s who, when to tune in, special in-game rewards, and unique limited-time bundles! Additionally, mark your calendars for an exclusive Season 14-themed developer update on November 22nd… it promises to be unmissable!
- Tournament Overview
- Crowdfunding Details
- Viewership Incentives
- Event Incentives + How to Grab a Ticket
- Where to Follow
- Special Events
- Talent & Co-Streamers
- Participating Teams
Tournament Overview
The OWCS World Finals will unfold over a thrilling three-day showdown featuring an eight-team double-elimination bracket system. Competition kicks off at 11 AM CET / 2 AM PT on both Friday and Saturday, ramping up to an exciting 12 PM CET / 3 AM PT start on Sunday. All matches will be showcased live on-stage and streamed through a single channel, ensuring you won’t miss a second of the action throughout the entire weekend!
Throughout these exhilarating three days, viewers can anticipate an array of unique rewards by simply tuning in. Whether you’re catching the action on our Twitch and YouTube platforms or through our co-streamers with drop support, you’ll have the opportunity to earn exclusive in-game items, including skins for Brigitte, Mercy, and Torbjorn, while enjoying the most thrilling matches from the 2024 season. Convenient drops-eligible rebroadcasts will cater to our West Coast audience in NA. For further insights, don’t forget to check the Where to Watch, Featured Co-Streamers, and Viewership Incentives sections!
The festival area doors will swing open at 10 AM CET each day, remaining accessible until midnight CET on Friday and Saturday, and until 7 PM CET on Sunday. To make your experience seamless, refer to the DreamHack Stockholm FAQ and the full event rules for comprehensive information on accommodations for guests with disabilities, venue address, and information on items permitted or prohibited within the venue.
Prize Pool and Crowdfunding Details: Neon Streets Collection
For a colossal global Overwatch Esports event like this, the official Neon Streets Collection crowdfunding bundle is set to match the excitement of the OWCS World Finals!
The Neon Streets Mega Bundle commemorates the Florida Mayhem’s triumphant victory in the 2023 Overwatch League Championship, held at Toronto’s Mattamy Athletic Center. The three highlighted skins are adorned in a striking black, pink, and blue color scheme. Notably, the Neon Streets Mei bundle also includes an emote inspired by the regular season MVP and Dennis Hawelka Award recipient, Ham “SOMEONE” Jeong-wan!
The Neon Streets Mega Bundle priced at 3000 Overwatch Coins, is packed with exclusive in-game items:
- Neon Streets Mei Bundle (2200 OW Coins individually)
- Neon Streets Mei Skin
- Sneaker Tread Weapon Charm
- Happy Dance Emote
- Neon Streets Tracer Bundle (2200 OW Coins individually)
- Neon Streets Tracer Skin
- Magenta Spray Paint Weapon Charm
- Tracer Tag Name Card
- Tracer Graffiti Mask Icon
- Neon Streets Junkrat Bundle (1600 OW Coins individually)
- Neon Streets Junkrat Skin
- Sunset Detonator Weapon Charm
- London OWCS Throwie Spray
Players can acquire either the Mega Bundle or individual Hero bundles (Mei/Tracer/Junkrat) in the in-game shop now until December 3. Blizzard will contribute 25% of the revenue* from all item sales in the Neon Streets Collection to boost the OWCS World Finals prize pool. Your ongoing enthusiasm for Overwatch Esports powers every endeavor we undertake. Thank you from the OWE team!
*Platform fees, applicable taxes, and other deductions will be subtracted from the sales revenue received by Blizzard for calculating the OWCS World Finals prize pool contribution.
Viewership Incentives
Earn exclusive rewards just by watching!
Friday, November 22:
- 1 hour: OWCS Stockholm Day Icon
- 2 hours: OWCS Brigitte Skin (Home)
- 3 hours: Dalahast Brigitte Spray
- 4 hours: OWCS Stockholm Day Name Card
- 5 hours: OWCS Brigitte Skin (Away)
Saturday, November 23:
- 1 hour: OWCS Stockholm Sunset Icon
- 2 hours: OWCS Torbjörn Skin (Home)
- 3 hours: Dalahast Torbjörn Spray
- 4 hours: OWCS Stockholm Sunset Name Card
- 5 hours: OWCS Torbjörn Skin (Away)
Sunday, November 24:
- 1 hour: OWCS Stockholm Night Icon
- 2 hours: OWCS Mercy Skin (Home)
- 3 hours: OWCS 2024 World Finals Trophy Spray
- 4 hours: OWCS Stockholm Night Name Card
- 5 hours: OWCS Mercy Skin (Away)
Fans who purchased an OWCS add-on with their tickets to DreamHack Stockholm will receive codes to unlock all the Viewership Incentives listed above, plus:
- OWCS Helmet Icon
- Fika Spray
- OWCS 2024 Stockholm World Finals Spray
In addition to these in-game rewards, OWCS Add-Ons guarantee favorable seating for you at the OWCS stage to catch the action for either one day or all three. There is an option to upgrade to Platinum for exclusive OWCS Finals gear, or the Diamond level package, which includes everything from the Platinum tier alongside a guaranteed meet-and-greet session and a behind-the-scenes tour of the OWCS setup!
OWCS Add-Ons provide an essential opportunity to secure your seat for this major event. While fans who opt against an Add-On may still catch the action, seating will be on a first-come, first-served basis. (Pro tip: at Dallas, we faced overwhelming crowds requiring additional seating!)
Don’t miss out—grab your OWCS Add-On soon!
Where to Follow
Social
- NA & EMEA
- X
- Discord
- TikTok
- Asia
- X Asia
- X Japan
- Instagram Asia
- Discord Asia
Streaming
- NA & EMEA
- Asia
- Korean
- Japanese
- YouTube
- Twitch (OW Esports JP)
Special Events
Whether you’re tuning in from home or joining us at Stockholmsmässan, DreamHack Stockholm will feature an array of thrilling special events and engaging activities for every Overwatch enthusiast.
In the OWCS Hall, exciting meet & greet opportunities with beloved players and team staff will take place all weekend. Additionally, Diamond Add-On holders will enjoy exclusive access to a behind-the-scenes tour. On November 22, catch a live segment from the OWCS desk featuring updates from the Overwatch 2 development team, ensuring all eyes on the exciting developments coming in Season 14. Stay tuned for more surprises, as we have plenty in store, making Championship Sunday an event you won’t forget!
To keep up with all our news, make sure to follow us on Twitch and YouTube, turning on go-live notifications for instant updates from DreamHack Stockholm.
Talent + Featured Co-Streamers
We’re thrilled to present a star-studded talent lineup for the OWCS Major! Get ready to appreciate these stellar broadcasters:
Talent: EN
Host: Soe “Soembie” Gschwind
Stage Host: Alex “Goldenboy” Mendez
Analysts:
Jake “Jake” Lyon
Jonathan “Reinforce” Snowden
Danny “Danny” Lim
Casters:
Mitch “Uber” Leslie
Matt “Mr.X” Morello
Rosemary “Nekkra” Kelley
Jack “Jaws” Wright
Talent: KR
Casters:
Jungmin “The Marine” Kim
KyuHyung “YBT” Hwang
Jisoo “Jisoo” Sim
Seungyong “Melt” Ahn
Commentators:
Jisu “Akaros” Jang
Hyunsung “Strings” Hong
Changsik “Changsik” Moon
Talent: JP
Casters:
Aojiru
Oyatsu
Commentators:
Gappo3
Hoshimi
KSG (Special commentator)
Featured Co-Streamers
For the OWCS World Finals, we’ve curated an impressive roster of co-streamers ensuring a weekend to remember. You can enjoy the exciting action through their channels, unlocking sets of OWCS World Finals drops while celebrating alongside Overwatch’s most memorable personalities.
The following streamers will be live from Stockholm with drops enabled on their channels:
- NA: Jay3, Eskay
- EMEA: Toniki, Poko
- Asia: Illusion
Stay tuned for even more drops-enabled co-streamers to be announced shortly. Follow our X and Instagram pages for speedy updates!
Participating Teams
NA
The Toronto Defiant have established a dominant trajectory, exemplifying a level of performance rarely seen in Overwatch Esports history. Despite facing formidable contenders in NRG Shock and NTMR, their tenacity has led them to clinch all four NA Stage Championships this season.
Mathematically qualifying first based on Circuit Points, the Defiant will stride into Stockholmsmässan with aspirations for the OWCS Finals Trophy. Though their Dallas Major run fell short of expectations, recent performances have positioned them as a serious threat on the international stage. Daring to underestimate the Defiant comes at your own risk.
Toronto will commence their OWCS World Finals journey at 2 PM CET, facing EMEA’s #2 seed, ENCE.
In 2024, a myriad of teams across all regions flourished in our newly-opened competitive ecosystem, climbing through the ranks to join long-standing organizations in the year’s pinnacle tournaments. An evident highlight is NTMR, our #2 seed from North America.
NTMR surged into the OWCS landscape in Stage 3, quickly rising to prominence within North America’s elite teams. While the organization’s existence is relatively new, the players are seasoned veterans, featuring notable talents like Alex “seeker” Taylor and Boston “Infekted” Fine. Together, they have cultivated a reputation for their dynamic, fast-paced playstyle.
Securing a third-place finish in OWCS Stage 3, the team faced a nail-biting defeat in a Map 5 battle against Toronto. They then came heartbreakingly close to claiming the Stage 4 championship, pushing the Defiant to a thrilling Map Seven in the NA Grand Finals. After engaging with Infekted, we gained insights into his thoughts on the OWCS experience thus far:
“Participating on NTMR has been fantastic; our team’s passion for improvement shines brightly. I’m grateful that our hard work paid off during Stage 4, positioning us as true contenders against Toronto. Our primary focus in the Finals now is defeating the EMEA teams and challenging the Korean teams to assert NA’s competitive presence on the international stage.”
Watch NTMR dive into their first match of the weekend at 1 PM CET against EMEA’s two-time champions, Spacestation Gaming.
NRG Shock, our third seed from NA, are iconic. The team underwent a transformation post-Dallas, reconfiguring their roster with capable players, including versatile flex support Benjamin “Ultraviolet” David and a fearsome tank duo, Kim “Attack” Jun-hwa and Kim “Kellan” Min-jae.
Qualifying for Stockholm through sheer determination, this squad should not be underestimated. General Manager Albert “yeHHH” Yeh and Head Coach Eric “Wheats” Perez boast extensive experience and the ability to elevate their roster’s performance. We spoken with Yeh to hear his reflections before heading to Stockholm:
“We’re solely focused on moving past Stage 4. We recognize our potential is far greater than what was displayed, and we need to refine our gameplay leading up to Stockholm. Fortunately, the new patch brings a breath of fresh air.
Our secret weapon may be that opponents might underestimate us and not prepare for our style thoroughly. With several players boasting LAN experience (Kellan, Attack, Ultraviolet, TR33), we believe anything could happen once we take the stage. We’re poised to outperform our Dallas showing; pressure is nonexistent, thus it’s prime time to rise.”
NRG will face the formidable Crazy Raccoon, champions of the Dallas Major, in their opening match.
EMEA
The top seed from EMEA is Spacestation, who are peaking at precisely the right moment. The recent inclusion of versatile tank Alhumaidi “KSAA” Alruwaili has injected newfound energy into this entrenched roster, offering unparalleled flexibility for any strategic meta.
This roster boasts unmatched synergy; supported by home field advantage, expect the crowd to erupt for their star DPS, William “SparkR” Persson. SparkR shared thoughts on facing the Finals back in his homeland, offering insights on Swedish cuisine:
“Playing in Sweden with fans speaking Swedish might be surreal initially, but the tournament atmosphere will feel familiar. My parents will also be attending to support me in person.”
For culinary delights, he suggested guests enjoy Sweden’s famous meatballs and the MAX burger chain, a local favorite that has piqued the interest of players like Landon!
Spacestation will square off against NA runners-up NTMR in round one.
EMEA’s #2 seed has been entangled in a lively rivalry with Spacestation throughout all of 2024. Competing head-to-head eleven times, the two powerhouses have often dazzled fans. Following an impressive 3-0 triumph for ENCE in Stage 4, the stage was set for an exhilarating clash, with Spacestation utilizing adept strategy adjustments to regain EMEA’s top seed going into Stockholm.
This dynamic roster, teeming with talents like EMEA MVP hopeful Kevin “Kevster” Persson and experienced tank Ilari “Vestola” Vestola, will face a tumultuous journey ahead. Their first opponent, the four-time champion Toronto Defiant, guarantees every match is crucial.
After claiming an early Circuit Points lead from Stage 1, EMEA’s #3 seed has faced hurdles to arrive at the finals. However, Twisted Minds have showcased grit and determination throughout the year, with standout performances from DPS players Ibrahem “Quartz” Alali and Abdulelah “LBBD7” Alfaifi. Opponents should exercise caution against Quartz and his Widowmaker—seriously.
Twisted Minds will initiate the tournament against Asia’s #1 Team Falcons, marking the very first matchup on Friday at 11 AM CET.
Asia
The most riveting narrative throughout the year has been the electrifying showdown between Asia’s preeminent teams, Team Falcons and Crazy Raccoon. Across ten encounters this year, Crazy Raccoon holds a 7-3 advantage (with a whopping 27-10 map score); however, recent games have set the stage for a dramatic face-off in Stockholm.
Team Falcons competed with Crazy Raccoon in the Stage 2 playoffs thrice, securing a 3-1 victory in the Korean regional semifinals. The intensity escalated again in their first match-up during the Asia Main Event, where CRA edged Team Falcons in a nail-biting Map 5. Displaying remarkable tenacity, the Falcons fought their way through multiple five-map matches to snatch a Map 7 victory against the Dallas Major champions, concluding a staggering seventeen maps of Overwatch in a single day.
“Winning the championship in Asia is exhilarating after missing out on Stage 1,” expresses seasoned player Yoo “smurf” Myeong-hwan. “I’m eager to return from Sweden with the championship title. Our focus remains solely on that goal.”
As the #1 seed from Asia, they will face Twisted Minds—the very first match of the tournament—on Friday, November 22, at 11 AM CET!
Meanwhile, Crazy Raccoon, our Dallas Major champions, look to carve out an unforgettable legacy in 2024 within Stockholm. Although challenged in the latter part of the season, the team’s confidence never wavers as they embark on this journey. Dallas Major MVP and CR tank player Park “Junbin” Jun-bin states his excitement to head to Stockholm with the utmost priority on securing the win.
“Our primary goal is victory, but there’s an added thrill in competing. We are ready to put our skills to the test, delivering uniquely exhilarating Crazy Raccoon gameplay in Sweden,” he shared. “The #2 seed won’t dissuade our focus on winning. I genuinely wish for our DPS players to earn MVP honors this time, rather than me!”
Crazy Raccoon will take on NRG Shock for their second match on Friday, November 22.
Conclusion
Excitement fills the air as we prepare to bring this extraordinary OWCS season to an electrifying conclusion in Stockholm! The OWCS World Finals epitomizes the hard-fought journey undertaken by teams, players, staff, and crew throughout 2024, and we’re all geared up to deliver an unforgettable event.
Stay connected through our X, Instagram, and Discord for the latest news and developments regarding all things OWCS. We can’t wait to welcome you to Stockholm!
En-match win streak against the Raccoons. This rivalry has defined the Asian region’s competitive landscape, and both teams are poised to make their mark in the OWCS World Finals.
**Team Falcons**, as Asia’s #1 seed, will kick off their journey in Stockholm against EMEA’s #3 seed, Twisted Minds, in the tournament’s first match at 11 AM CET. With players like the experienced DPS Yoon “Sonic” Dong-sik and tank Jung “Maru” Kyung-ho, Falcons have the potential to disrupt the competition and strive towards the championship title. Sonic shared his excitement ahead of the finals: “We’ve worked hard to prepare for this moment, and we’re ready to face whatever comes our way.”
On the flip side, **Crazy Raccoon**, champions of the Dallas Major and Asia’s #2 seed, are determined to leverage their previous triumphs as motivation. With standout performances from players like DPS legend Pyo “Jeff” Ji-soo, they aim to once again conquer the international stage. They have showcased their resiliency through high-pressure situations, often relying on their strategic gameplay to outsmart their opponents.
The intensity of the competition in Stockholm will undoubtedly be heightened by the existing history and performances of these teams throughout the season. As the OWCS World Finals unfold, fans around the globe can expect electrifying matches, exhilarating plays, and moments that solidify the legacy of their favorite teams.
**Stay tuned** for all the action live from Stockholm; support your teams, and don’t miss out on the various co-streamers across different platforms giving you more ways to engage with the competition. Remember, exclusive drops will be available throughout the weekend, so be sure to connect and watch your favorite streamers!
