Summary
- Dota 2 BLAST Slam III returns to run from May 5 until May 11, 2025, at BLAST Studios in Copenhagen.
- 10 invited teams will compete in a round-robin group stage to a single-elimination playoff bracket for $1,000,000 prize pool.
- Fans can watch all the live action across multiple official streaming channels including BLAST.tv.
BLAST.tv finally completes the cast for the upcoming highly anticipated tournament, Dota 2 BLAST Slam III. These 10 invited teams will compete on May 5, 2025, in Copenhagen for an intense championship and $1,000,000. So far, here’s what you should know about the upcoming Dota 2 Blast Slam III event.
Invited Teams and Returning Champions
All eyes are on the roster of these 10 invited teams who have been impressive since the season began. BLAST.tv announced the full list of teams joining the Dota 2 Blast Slam III event last April 10, 2025. It includes the defending champions, Tundra Esports, alongside returning teams such as the BetBoom Team.
Definitely, all teams are looking forward to displaying great performances in the championship. Here are the teams that fans can look forward to seeing in the tournament:
- Aurora Gaming
- BetBoom Team
- Gaimin Gladiators
- PARIVISION
- Team Falcons
- Team Liquid
- Team Spirit
- Team Tidebound
- Tundra Esports
- Xtreme Gaming
In this list, several teams stand out with their established standing in the Dota 2 competitive scene. It includes names like Team Spirit and Team Liquid which are consistent top-tier ranked teams in the league. Many are expecting these teams to shine with their performances in the competition.
On the other hand, Asian teams are receiving greater attention this time after their recent tournament showings. Xtreme Gaming and emerging stars PARIVISION are under the radar in this international event.
Tournament Format and Structure
For this year’s Dota 2 Blast Slam III, they’ll follow a unique format to ensure every match is exciting. It expects to have teams in survival mode for every game they play against each other. The tournament structure will have two main phases as:
Group Stage (May 5-8):
- Divide teams into five teams each for two round-robin groups
- Plays all matches in a best-of-one format
- Teams will be seeded into the playoffs according to their placement
During the group stage, Dota 2 Blast Slam III will use the “King of the Hill” seeding system. Under this, 1st place teams will advance straight into the Semifinals of the competition. Meanwhile, 2nd place teams take a longer route by participating in the Quarterfinals. The 3rd place teams will enter Round 2 while 4th and 5th place begins in Round 1.
Playoffs (May 9-11):
- Single-elimination bracket
- All matches are best-of-three, with the Grand Final played as a best-of-five
- The champion will be crowned on May 11th
After the group stage, all teams will enter the Playoffs to determine which teams are out of the championship contention. Top-performing teams from the group stage greatly benefit from this system by having fewer matches to play. While lower-ranked teams get to test their resiliency as they undergo multiple survival matches.
Prize Pool Distribution
This anticipated Dota 2 tournament already boasts its impressively huge $1,000,000 prize pool for Blast Slam III. The $750,000 serves as the prize money while the remaining $250,000 is dedicated to team earnings. This large money pot already proves the status of Blast Slam III as one of the premier Dota 2 events. Here’s a breakdown of the tournament’s prize pool:
- 1st Place: $300,000 + $100,000 team earnings
- 2nd Place: $150,000 + $50,000 team earnings
- 3rd-4th Place: $60,000 + $20,000 team earnings each
- 5th-10th Place: Remaining prize pool
Viewing Experience and Broadcast Details
Fans can catch all the action live as they’ll stream the tournament on multiple platforms. BLAST.tv particularly promises to deliver an unparalleled viewing experience for the upcoming tournament. Everyone can expect a high-production quality including expert commentary.
However, they are yet to announce the complete broadcast talent lineup taking over the desk for the competition. For now, here are the channels to remember so you can track all the matches live:
- BLAST Slam Dota 2 Twitch channel
- BLAST Dota YouTube channel
- BLAST.tv official website
- Additional streaming platforms including Kick
Conclusion
Indeed, Blast Slam III remains one of the huge events for the Dota 2 competitive scene. From its incredible prize pool to invited teams, it promises a high-quality showcase of talents. In the meantime, fans can wait for BLAST.tv to release more details as the competition begins on May 5, 2025.
