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OWCS Promotion/Relegation Guide
OWCS Promotion/Relegation Guide
5 min read 23 Sep 2026 Official source
Overview
NA/EMEA use four-team double-elimination promotion/relegation tournaments between stages.
How it works
Top FACEIT Master teams face bottom OWCS teams.
Practical tips
Treat it as the open pathway into top-level play.
Frequently asked questions
NA/EMEA use four-team double-elimination promotion/relegation tournaments between stages.
Treat it as the open pathway into top-level play.
Sources and verification
- OWCS 2026 Season Competitive Details Official source Blizzard Entertainment · Verified on 23/09/2026