Marcel

Because competitive typing is a thing lol

Fuck, you're right. However I'm sure I was told by EAs competitive boys that this was to give, unknown talent a chance... You know, like an open qualifier... Glad unknowns like NRG, fnatic & liquid are going. Don't blame the players at all... But this system is stupid AF.

I think this is a little brash. Yeah, it's great that NRG/FNC are getting a chance to go through this system, but don't underplay the teams that we don't know about that are getting a chance to go. Multiple open systems to enter a $500k Major is huge.

the fact that it is an open system for a $500k major is the problem

How so? Think of the dozens of open bracket tournaments MLG ran that allowed unknowns to shine. Some of the biggest legends in the COD/Halo world went through that process.

Isn't the fact there's open qualifiers already accounting for unknowns to shine? Don't see a single reason why we need to sell spots... The rest of the teams paid the same registration fee even though they managed to come out on top amongst 400+ teams

You're forgetting ALGS points for the qualified teams. Teams that bought the pass don't get that. And what's wrong with having the opportunity open on multiple levels. I see tweaks, but more chances for teams we don't know to enter, the better for the grassroots scene.

I fully respect you man. But majors are ment to be the best of the best. Open slots for minors and giving them a chance to then shine and attend a major yes. But this just feels so cheap.