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Everything You Need to Know About the Munich Major

The final Rainbow Six Siege Major of the year is almost here, and the competition is stacked. The BLAST R6 Siege X Munich Major 2025 will bring together 16 of the best teams from around the world to battle for a US$750,000 (~£560,000) prize pool, global points, and a spot at the Six Invitational 2026.

Set to run from 8 to 16 November, the event will take place in Munich, Germany, with the BMW Park Arena hosting the live crowd during the final three days. From regional dominance to format changes, here’s everything you need to know about the teams, format, and schedule ahead of the BLAST R6 Munich Major.

The 16 Teams Headed to Munich

All 16 teams have been confirmed, representing the best from Europe MENA, South America, North America, and Asia Pacific.

Europe MENA:

  • Team Falcons
  • Team Secret
  • G2 Esports
  • Team BDS

South America:

  • FURIA Esports
  • FaZe Clan
  • Ninjas in Pyjamas
  • w7m Esports

North America:

  • M80
  • Spacestation Gaming
  • Shopify Rebellion
  • Wildcard

Asia Pacific:

  • CAG Osaka
  • Weibo Gaming
  • Dplus
  • ENTERPRISE Esports

This year, Brazil stands out as the dominant nation, making up 36% of the total player pool, followed by the United States (19%) and France (10%). The UK will also see two familiar faces: Jack “Doki” Robertson (G2 Esports) and Josh “Yuzus” Prichard (Team Falcons).

Tournament Format Explained

The BLAST R6 Munich Major introduces a slightly fresh take on the traditional structure. The event starts with a Swiss Stage, featuring all 16 teams in a single group instead of separate pools.

Each match during this phase will be best-of-one (BO1), except for elimination games. Teams will compete across five rounds, and only the top eight will advance to the Playoffs.

For the first time in Rainbow Six Major history, the Playoffs will use a double-elimination bracket, a format that promises more comebacks, surprises, and high-stakes rematches.

Here’s how progression is expected to work:

  • Teams finishing 3–0 in the Swiss Stage enter the Upper Bracket Semifinals
  • Teams finishing 3–1 move into the Upper Bracket Quarterfinals
  • Teams finishing 3–2 start from the Lower Bracket Round 1

It’s a test of consistency and adaptability, where even the top seeds could find themselves one step away from elimination.

Dates, Venue, and Audience Access

The Swiss Stage will take place from 8–11 November, followed by the Playoffs from 12–16 November, with a scheduled break on 13 November.

While most of the tournament will be played behind closed doors, the final three days, from 14–16 November,  will open to the public at Munich’s BMW Park Arena.

Fans attending the live stage will also receive an exclusive in-game weapon skin designed by @MadeByKOOBI, available only to ticket holders.

This marks the first European BLAST R6 Major since Manchester 2024, and the anticipation is sky-high for a return to European soil.

What’s on the Line

The Munich Major isn’t just about lifting the trophy. Beyond the US$750,000 prize pool, teams are fighting for Global Standings points and the all-important direct invite to the Six Invitational 2026 in Paris next February.

Here’s how the prize pool will be divided:

  • 1st: $250,000
  • 2nd: $125,000
  • 3rd–4th: $65,000
  • 5th–8th: $30,000
  • 9th–11th: $20,000
  • 12th–14th: $15,000
  • 15th–16th: $10,000

With top names like G2 Esports, Team Falcons, FURIA, and FaZe Clan in the mix, the BLAST R6 Munich Major 2025 is shaping up to be one of the most unpredictable and exciting Majors in recent Siege history.