Perfect World Shanghai Major 2024: American RMR Wrap-Up
The American RMR for the Perfect World Shanghai Major 2024 ran from November 12–15 in Shanghai, serving as the second qualifier for the first-ever Counter-Strike Major hosted in China. The event delivered impressive numbers, bolstered by FURIA Esports and its legendary player, FalleN, who secured his 16th Major appearance — tied for the fourth-most in history.
This tournament featured top teams from the Americas vying for seven spots at the Shanghai Major. Notably, four of the qualifying teams hailed from Brazil, highlighting the region’s dominance and bringing significant Portuguese-language engagement to the event.
FURIA’s Dramatic Qualification
FURIA Esports played a pivotal role in driving viewership. After a challenging run, the team clinched the final qualifying slot by defeating M80 2-0 in a tense 7th Place Tiebreaker. Their resilience not only ensured their spot but also captivated audiences worldwide.
Viewership Milestones
- Peak Viewers: 190K during Day 3’s clash between Team Liquid and FURIA.
- Total Watch Time: 3M Hours Watched across 40 hours of airtime.
- Average Viewers: 76.5K per broadcast hour.
FURIA dominated the tournament’s most-watched matches, including a Brazil-Argentina showdown against 9z, reflecting their immense fanbase.
Language Dynamics
Portuguese was the leading language for the event, accounting for 43.5% of total viewership. Popular streamer Gaules’ coverage on Twitch and YouTube was a major factor, with peak Portuguese viewership nearly doubling that of the next language. English and Russian were the only other languages contributing over 10% of total watch time.
Comparing RMR Events
Among American RMRs, this event ranked fifth in popularity, with the IEM Road to Rio 2022: American RMR leading at 486.5K Peak Viewers. The early match schedules likely limited Western audience numbers, suggesting more favorable time slots could boost future engagement.
Looking Ahead
This RMR showcased the strength of the Brazilian Counter-Strike community and set the stage for the Shanghai Major to capitalize on this momentum. The final lineup for the Major will be determined after the European RMR concludes on November 24.