This prestigious tournament series is the longest-running global pro gaming tour in the world.

Founded in 2006 by ESL with sponsorship from tech giant Intel, IEM has been a breeding ground for top esports talent for nearly two decades. The competition has seen a vast array of games featured over the years, but currently focuses on Counter-Strike: Global Offensive and StarCraft II, attracting the world’s best players in these titles.

Think esports Olympics: IEM holds major championship events called Masters Championships in Katowice, Poland and Cologne, Germany. These events boast the biggest prize pools and the fiercest competition, making them a true test of skill for professional gamers.

With its rich history and dedication to showcasing the best in esports, IEM has earned its reputation as one of the most important and historic events in the world. This year marks a special milestone: the 100th IEM tournament!

Keep an eye out for the upcoming Intel Extreme Masters Dallas, held alongside the DreamHack festival from May 27th to June 2nd, 2024. It promises to be an epic celebration of esports history.

Didn’t catch the Intel Extreme Masters Chengdu? Watch it, here: https://asiansports.tv/video/iem-chengdu-2024-semifinal-astralis-vs-faze-clan/