The Hearthstone Summer Championship is coming up fast! From September 12 to 14, top players will compete for a $50,000 prize pool and a chance at the 2025 Hearthstone World Championship. Here’s everything you need to know.
- When: Matches run daily from 9 a.m. PDT (6 p.m. CEST).
- Format: Best-of-5 Conquest with a 4-deck system:
- Day 1: Groups A & B play in a double elimination bracket.
- Day 2: Groups C & D follow the same format.
- Day 3: Top 8 players face off in a single elimination bracket.
- Prize Pool: $50,000 will be split among the competitors, with the top four advancing to the Masters Tour World Championship.
- Watch and Earn: Viewers can earn up to three packs from “The Lost City of Un’Goro” by tuning into Twitch during the event.
- Choose Your Champion: Choose a player to support, and earn rewards based on their performance. This starts September 8. Stay tuned to the [Hearthstone Twitter](https://x.com/playhearthstone) for updates!
It’s exciting to see many streamers joining in this year, inspired by the co-streaming fun from previous events. If you’re a streamer interested in joining, there’s an application process available until September 10.
Expect top-notch commentary from casters like [Edelweiss](https://bsky.app/profile/edelweissccg.bsky.social) and [Raven](https://x.com/RavenCasts). They’ll guide viewers through the intense matches and keep the excitement alive.
In terms of player statistics, Hearthstone has seen a remarkable growth in global players, with an estimated 23 million active users as of 2023. The competitive scene has attracted talent from various regions, making it a melting pot of strategies and gameplay styles.
Hearthstone’s competitive landscape has evolved significantly over the years. In 2016, the prize pool for the World Championship was just $1 million. Today, events feature multiple tiers of competition, showing how invested the community has become in both gameplay and esports.
Social media has played a huge role in the hype around these championships. Platforms like Twitter and Discord are buzzing with fan discussions, memes, and reactions to players’ performances. In fact, hashtags related to the championship often trend during events. Players openly discuss strategies and share reactions, creating a lively dialogue around the competition.
Join the conversation on [social media](https://x.com/PlayHearthstone) and in the competitive Hearthstone Discord server if you’re looking to dive deeper into the esports community.
All set for a thrilling event? We’ll see you in the tavern!