After Season 10, we ran a survey to gather feedback on the format used over the past two seasons. We received a lot of thoughtful responses, and we’d like to thank everyone who took the time to share their feedback. It plays an important role in helping us improve the esports experience.
New Rule - CheckPoint
We are introducing a new Checkpoint rule.
Previously, the checkpoint system was based on a 70-point scoring system. However, starting this season, it will no longer use points. Instead, checkpoint eligibility will be determined purely by team placement.
Checkpoint eligibility is determined as follows:
- Until Round 4: No teams are in checkpoint
- Round 5: Top 2 teams are in checkpoint
- Round 6: Top 3 teams are in checkpoint
- Round 7: Top 5 teams are in checkpoint
- Round 8: Top 7 teams are in checkpoint
- Round 9: All teams are in checkpoint
Teams displayed in color are considered to be in checkpoint. Please refer to the example below:
| R1 | R2 | R3 | R4 | R5 | R6 | R7 | R8 | R9 |
| Alfa | Bravo | Bravo | Bravo | Alfa | Alfa | Charlie | Charlie | Charlie |
| Bravo | Charlie | Alfa | Delta | Delta | Delta | Golf | Alfa | Alf |
| Charlie | Alfa | Foxtrot | Alfa | Bravo | Golf | Delta | Delta | Delta |
| Delta | Foxtrot | Charlie | Charlie | Golf | Charlie | Alfa | Golf | Golf |
| Echo | Echo | Delta | Foxtrot | Hotel | Echo | Bravo | Foxtrot | Bravo |
| Foxtrot | Delta | Golf | Echo | Charlie | Bravo | Echo | Hotel | Foxtrot |
| Golf | Hotel | Echo | Golf | Foxtrot | Hotel | Hotel | Echo | Echo |
| Hotel | Golf | Hotel | Hotel | Echo | Foxtrot | Foxtrot | Bravo | Hotel |
ER: Challenger Series – Americas
Based on mixed feedback, we will be testing two different formats. One more similar to ERM and another adjusted version of the current ERCS format. We will review the results and move forward with the next iteration after the season.
With this new format, players will not be eliminated immediately. In the qualifiers, they will have a second chance to advance to the next stage.
Teams will not face the exact same opponents in the next stage. They will be randomly shuffled and seeded to ensure that no more than two teams from the same previous series are placed in the same lobby.
Format 1
Format 2
Season 11 Schedule
Regarding the timing of the Europe tournament, we have adjusted the schedule.
*The schedule is subject to change.
Community Tournament Support
To encourage community-driven tournaments, rewards may be provided for events that meet our internal criteria.
Organizers who are interested in hosting a tournament are required to submit their plans and event details in advance. For inquiries and submissions, please contact GM Chippy, who will assist with the review process.
ER: Challengers Hub Discord
Connect with the community on the Official ER: Challengers Hub Discord: https://discord.gg/89HNtBCJ6a
