This weekend the DreamHack 2025 event is taking place in Atlanta. DreamHack 2025 focuses mainly on eSports, but there is also the opportunity to test some new games yourself or take part in a large LAN event.

The gaming festival kicked off on Friday and AllKeyShop is on site in Atlanta for you. That means we have some of the freshest news, exclusive updates, and exciting insights directly from the heart of eSports and gaming.

What DreamHack 2025 offers

The biggest events at DreamHack 2025 are the eSports tournaments. The best teams compete in games like Counter Strike 2 and Clash Royale. The total prize pool in Atlanta this weekend is around 6.6 million US dollars. Teams such as BIG and 100 Thieves are present. The elite of Clash Royale players are also there. And the best part is that there is even the chance to play against your idols at certain events.

Of course, some influencers are also on site. With influencers and some of the players, there are meet and greets or, as mentioned, the opportunity to challenge them in a 1 vs 1. Additionally, there are cosplay contests with small cash prizes for visitors. There is also a special area where you can try out new games and several exhibitions. Another large section is the LAN party, where more than 1000 players play together, most with their own PC, some with borrowed ones.

DreamHack Knockout

One of the most exciting events on site is the DreamHack Knockout. This is a Counter Strike 2 LAN tournament. It means that players could buy a ticket as a team of five and participate in a major competition. There is a prize pool of 10,000 US dollars, and players also have the chance to qualify directly for the ESL Pro League Season 23. In total, 32 teams are competing in this event, and it can be a huge career step in eSports for many.

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