June 17, Atlanta / Stockholm: The world’s leading gaming lifestyle festival DreamHack, a part of ESL FACEIT Group, is thrilled to announce DreamHack Knockout. With this competition, DreamHack Atlanta 2025 and DreamHack Stockholm 2025 offer an open, in-person and direct pathway for every Counter-Strike 2 (CS2) player, whether casual or pro, to earn a spot in the world’s biggest CS2 league: The ESL Pro League (EPL).
“This is what DreamHack is all about, we’re leveling the playing field. Nothing matters except bringing your computer, showing your skill, and rising to fame,” said Shahin Zarrabi, VP Festivals at ESL FACEIT Group. “No bells and whistles, just raw and unfettered competition.”
DreamHack Knockout will feature a $10,000 prize pool at each festival.
DreamHack Atlanta 2025
- 32 Teams can participate
- Oct 31 – Nov 2, 2025
- Grand Final on Sunday, Nov 2, 2025
- Winner qualifies for ESL Pro League Season 23
- Tickets for DreamHack Atlanta 2025
DreamHack Stockholm 2025
- 128 Teams can participate
- Nov 28 – 30, 2025
- Grand Final on Sunday, Nov 30, 2025
- Winner qualifies for ESL Pro League Season 23
- Tickets for DreamHack Stockholm 2025
Everyone with a BYOC (Bring Your Own Computer) ticket and an assigned seat within the BYOC area can participate in the DreamHack Knockout tournament. Ticket options include standard BYOC tickets, BYOC 20+ tickets, and team tickets (5+1). The option for a coach to have access is available.
Stay tuned for more news by visiting dreamhack.com/atlanta and dreamhack.com/stockholm or follow DreamHack on X and Instagram. For more assets and information, please see the DreamHack Atlanta Press Kit / DreamHack Stockholm Press Kit.
For more general information on ESL FACEIT Group, visit eslfaceitgroup.com or follow ESL FACEIT Group on LinkedIn.
About DreamHack
DreamHack is where the gaming world comes to life. More than a festival, it’s a celebration of play, competition, and community — all under one roof. Whether you’re here to meet your favorite creators, compete on stage, watch the greatest tournaments, explore new games, or adventure into our immersive expo, DreamHack is the place to connect, share, and create unforgettable moments. From esports tournaments and cosplay championships to music, gaming, and hands-on experiences, every corner is alive with energy and excitement. DreamHack is part of ESL FACEIT Group, the leading competitive games and esports company.
About ESL FACEIT Group
ESL FACEIT Group (EFG) is the leading esports and video game entertainment company dedicated to creating worlds beyond gameplay where players and fans become community. EFG is built on a legacy of world-renowned brands including ESL, FACEIT, DreamHack and DreamHack Sports Games, providing innovative ecosystems for global communities of players, fans and creators around the games they love. Working alongside leading partners, brands and global IPs, EFG operates an unmatched portfolio of live events, digital platforms and developer tools that reach and engage millions of gamers worldwide. For more information visit www.eslfaceitgroup.com.
