Intel Extreme Masters Beijing is right around the corner as the big names gear up for the LAN with ongoing preparations for the highly anticipated Singapore Major. Set to kick off on 2nd November, ESL has revealed the brackets, and we are presented with highly interesting opening fixtures.
Teams in IEM Beijing 2026
Group A
- Natus Vincere
- Team Falcons
- FURIA
- FaZe Clan
- HEROIC
- B8
- Legacy
- The MongolZ
Group B
- G2 Esports
- PARIVISION
- BetBoom Team
- 9z
- Team Liquid
- Aurora Gaming
- MOUZ
- TYLOO
IEM Beijing 2026 Format and Schedule
With 16 teams participating, the opening stage will involve a double-elimination bracket across two groups, with all the matches being played in B03 format until 4th November. Winners of each group will advance directly to the semi-finals, while the second and third placed teams from each group will qualify for the quarterfinals.
Following the conclusion of the group stage, teams will enter the single-elimination playoffs, with all matches being B03 until the Grand Finals, where a B05 series will decide the winner of the tournament.
IEM Beijing 2026 Opening Matches
Group A:
- Natus Vincere vs Falcons
- FURIA vs FaZe
- HEROIC vs B8
- Legacy vs The MongolZ
Group B:
- G2 vs PARIVISION
- BETBOOM vs 9z
- Liquid vs Aurora
- MOUZ vs TYLOO
NAVI facing Falcons headlines the opening fixtures of IEM Beijing, but with a plethora of talent across the board, the opening stage will feature nothing but entertaining matches for fans to enjoy.
IEM Beijing 2026 Prize Pool
While the event may not have a Major status, it boasts a massive $1,250,000 prize pool, with the money being distributed as follows:
| Position | Total Prize |
|---|---|
| 1st | $360,000 |
| 2nd | $210,000 |
| 3rd | $160,000 |
| 4th | $120,000 |
| 5th–6th | $87,500 |
| 7th–8th | $54,500 |
| 9th–12th | $25,000 |
| 13th–16th | $4,000 |
IEM Beijing will be the last tier-1 tournament besides BLAST Rivals ahead of the Major, making it a crucial one for most teams. As top dogs focus on the big one, the lesser-known sides will have a golden chance to claim a large share of the prize pool. The likes of Falcons, FURIA, and MOUZ will have their work cut out for them as they stand tall as the favorites, but it will be interesting to see how they perform with a Major less than a month away.
