Counter-Strike 2
This is a family-friendly, all-ages event
Prize Information
1st Place: $750 ($250 per player)
2nd Place: $450 ($150 per player)
3rd Place: $225 ($75 per player)
Rules & Responsibilities
Team Limit: 12 teams can register
Eligibility: Open to players aged 17+
Registration: All players are required to create a Player Profile to compete.
Sign-in: Players will use SoDak Circuit Steam accounts, no personal Steam logins.
Sportsmanship: All Participants are required to act in a respectful and sportsmanlike manner and abide by the Official Tournament Rules. SoDak Circuit Staff maintains the sole right to judge for violating these rules and standards of integrity for good sportsmanship.
Concession: Teams may request at any time to concede victory to their opponent during a game.
Gear Available: There will be a provided mouse and keyboard for every station. Players may opt to use their own mouse or keyboard, but both MUST be plug and play. There will be no additional drivers to install on PC's.
Personal Equipment: No keyboard or mouse macros allowed. Zero Tolerance. This includes macros for bunny hopping (bunny hopping is allowed if you can do it without macros). If you are suspected of using macros your team forfeits the round. If you are suspected a second time your team forfeits the match.
Tournament Rules
Team Limit: 12 teams can register
Teams: Each team will consist of 3 players, with the option to have one substitute player in case a primary player cannot participate.
Notification: Teams will be notified in person by the tournament organizer on-site about when they will play.
Preparation Time: Team members will have 10 minutes to configure their in-game settings before joining the lobby. This includes if the contestant wants to use their own gear.
Disqualification: If a team cannot join the lobby within 10 minutes of notification of the start time for a round, the team faces disqualification. This is up to discretion of the station workers.
Exceptions: Can be made due to technical issues on the event organizers’ end.
Game Settings
Team vs. Team: 3v3
Matches: First team to win 13 rounds wins the match. Teams swap sides after 12 rounds are played. If the match reaches 55 minutes, the team with most round wins at that time.
Map: Randomized before each match from pre-determined pool
Map Pool: TBD
T/CT Starting Side: Randomized before each match
Changes: The SoDak Circuit staff reserves the right to change the tournament settings at any time.
Substitutions
Substitutes: Teams are allowed one substitute in the case that a primary team member is unable to participate in a match.
One substitute is allowed as long as they are registered before the tournament starts. Players can substitute only if substitutes have been declared as part of their roster before ANY matches have begun.
Your substitute must be added to your team on the SoDak Circuit Event page on Challonge.com.
The substitution is allowed BEFORE a match starts. No substitutions during a match. If the primary shows up during a match, they have to wait for the next match (if the team advances) to play.
Match Pausing
Disconnections: If a player disconnects during a round, the SoDak Circuit staff must pause only after the round is over. Each team is allowed one pause per game. The pause must not exceed 5 minutes in length, at which point play will resume regardless of circumstances. The game cannot be paused during an active round; any ongoing round must conclude before pausing.
More Time: If you require more time for a pause, notify a member of the SoDak Circuit staff immediately.
*All Rules Subject to Change
Player Profile
Store your gamer details and check in faster on game day.
Create your Player Profile to get tournament-ready for SoDak Circuit! Your Player Pass stores your gamer details, lets you check in faster on event day and keeps the registration process smooth. It also makes sure any prizes you win get to you while giving you a place to show off your victories.
2025 Winner's Gallery
We are so excited to have a new game like Counter-Strike 2 this year! There's no winners to share (yet) so lets take a moment to celebrate the Valorant winners from 2025! From precise aim to clutch team plays, these winners raised the bar.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's a Player Profile?
A Player Profile is your personal gaming ID for SoDak Circuit. It holds your important information like your name, age group, game choices, and contact info so registration is faster on Game Day. This is not pre-registration, nor will it save your spot on Game Day.
Why do I need a Player Profile?
A Player Profile helps streamline your check-in process and enhances your experience on Game Day. It also provides our Team Leads an estimate of how many players would like to participate. This is not pre-registration, nor will it save your spot on Game Day. This is not pre-registration, nor will it save your spot on Game Day.
Can I create a Player Profile if I don't know the game I'm playing?
Yes! You can create your Player Profile now and update your game selections later. It’s better to have your profile ready so you can check in quickly and stay in the loop with all event updates.
