StarLadder Announces Online MRQ Dates and Format for the Budapest Major 2025

StarLadder is excited to share the details for the Major Regional Qualifiers (MRQ) that will set the stage for the StarLadder Budapest Major 2025. The MRQs will take place from October 16 to October 19, 2025, bringing together some of the best Counter-Strike 2 teams from across the globe to compete for their spot at the Major.

The MRQs will be held online, ensuring accessibility for all eligible teams, regardless of their region. Invitations to these qualifiers, along with Major invitations, will be issued on October 8, 2025, based on the VRS ranking system, rewarding the most consistent and competitive teams in each region.
The regions participating in the MRQs include:

• • Europe
• • Americas: North America, South America
• • Asia: West Asia, East Asia, and China

Stay tuned for more updates about the invited teams, detailed formats, and viewing options. The road to Budapest begins with the MRQs, and we can’t wait to see which teams will rise to the challenge!
For more details, visit: major.starladder.com