BLAST Frequent Flyers Program 2025 – CS2 Team Ranking

BLAST Frequent Flyers Program (FFP) is a unique rating system used in BLAST’s Counter-Strike 2 events. It determines team rankings based on activity, consistency, and performance, providing an objective snapshot of team strength. In this article, we’ll explore how FFP works, why it matters, and how it compares to other systems like the Valve Ranking System (VRS).

What Is the BLAST Frequent Flyers Program (Blast FFP)

The BLAST Frequent Flyers Program is a point-based system used to select and seed CS 2 teams in BLAST tournaments. Its goal is to objectively evaluate a team’s contribution to the season through tournament participation, consistent performance, and competitiveness. Teams earn points based on participation in BLAST events and their results. For example, winning in the main stage yields more points than merely qualifying through group play. The system also takes long-term performance into account to ensure a fair competition between invited and less active teams.

How Are Blast FFP Calculated?

FFP points are awarded based on a defined set of criteria, with the following key factors:

• Participation in BLAST events — The more events a team plays, the more opportunities to earn points.
• Match results — Wins against higher-ranked teams grant more points.
• Tournament stage — Playoff and finals CS 2 matches carry greater weight than group-stage games.
• Consistency — A team that consistently performs well throughout the season earns more points, even without winning titles.

According to available data, the FFP ranking is updated after every stage, and these points influence future invitations to BLAST events.

Why Blast FFP Matter

The FFP has a significant impact on the BLAST ecosystem. Its key benefits include:

• Transparent qualification — Even lesser-known teams can reach major events through consistent participation and solid results.
• Fairness — The system reduces the weight of one-off wins and rewards overall form across the season.
• Motivation — Teams are encouraged to stay active and maintain form to preserve or improve their rankings.

FFP also creates compelling storylines — fans can follow how teams climb the leaderboard and fight for a spot in the season finals.

Does FFP Affect Other CS2 Rankings?

Although the FFP is BLAST’s internal system, its relevance extends beyond their events. It:

• Influences invitations to major BLAST Premier tournaments.
• May be referenced in analytical reports or third-party rankings, such as HLTV or the Valve Ranking System (VRS).
• Complements the Valve Ranking System, which evaluates teams based on performances in Valve-sanctioned events. You can learn more about this in the dedicated section on Valve Ratings on EGamersWorld.

Both systems — VRS and FFP — reflect the current strength of teams but are used in different contexts: FFP for BLAST events, and VRS for Majors and RMRs.