IEM Kraków 2026
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What is IEM Kraków?
IEM Krakow 2026, previously known as IEM Katowice, is an ESL Pro Tour Championship Counter-Strike 2 tournament featuring 24 teams competing for $1,222,000 in total winnings.
Is IEM Kraków 2026 a Valve Major?
No. It’s an ESL Pro Tour Championship event (often described as a “Hall of Heroes” style IEM event), not a Valve-sponsored Major.
When does IEM Kraków 2026 take place?
IEM Kraków starts on January 28, 2026, with Kraków Stage 1How do teams qualify / get invited? and the arena playoffs run February 6–8, 2026.
Where is IEM Kraków 2026 held?
The live playoffs are hosted at TAURON Arena Kraków in Kraków, Poland.
How do teams qualify?
IEM Kraków teams were invited based on Valve Regional Standings (VRS) as of January 5, 2026, and split across two stages.
What is the IEM Kraków format?
Stage 1 is a 16-team double-elimination bracket (VRS 9–24) and sends 8 teams to Stage 2. Stage 2 includes VRS 1–8 teams seeded into two 8-team double-elimination groups, and the playoffs feature 6 teams.
What is the prize pool of IEM Kraków?
The total winnings for IEM Krakow 2026 are listed as $1,222,000.