Sixteen teams will battle for the $3,000,000 prize pool at the Perfect World Shanghai Major's playoff stage, running March 5-12, 2024 at the Mercedes-Benz Arena in Shanghai, China.

The playoffs feature two distinctive stages: double-elimination group matches (March 5-8) followed by the main event (March 9-12). All matches are best-of-three, except for the best-of-five grand finals.

Qualified Teams:

• Western Europe: Team Spirit, Tundra Esports, Entity
• Eastern Europe: BetBoom Team, 9Pandas
• China: Azure Ray, LGD Gaming, Team Aster
• North America: Shopify Rebellion
• South America: Evil Geniuses
• Southeast Asia: Talon Esports, IVY
• Last Chance Qualifier: Virtus.pro, TSM, Team SMG, nouns

The double-elimination format means teams get multiple chances to advance. Winners move through the upper bracket, while losers drop to the lower bracket for a second chance. Teams must win consistently to reach the grand finals, where the champion will be crowned.

Prize pool distribution:

• 1st Place: $750,000
• 2nd Place: $350,000
• 3rd Place: $270,000
• 4th Place: $220,000
• 5th-6th Place: $180,000
• 7th-8th Place: $150,000
• 9th-12th Place: $125,000
• 13th-16th Place: $100,000

All matches will be broadcast live on official Dota 2 streaming platforms, with professional commentary in multiple languages.

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