2026 Intel Extreme Masters Cologne is the most awaited tournament of all-time organized by ESL, the world's largest esports company that is known as the great provider of world-class CS2 tournaments around the globe. This year the tournament will split the trophy across four regional divisions: Europe, North America, Asia, and Oceania.

Tournament Format

Group Stage will be played in a two-double elimination Format, All matches are played in a best-of-three series.

Playoffs will be played in a single-elimination bracket, All matches are played in a best-of-three series, Except the Grand finals which will be played in a best-of-five-series.