After four weeks of group stage battles, we now know the teams qualified for VCT Pacific Stage 1 playoffs.
These six teams have proven themselves among the best. The stakes are high, with the VCT Pacific Stage 1 championship on the line and the chance to represent their region at Masters Shanghai.
The Korean teams reigned supreme in Stage 1’s swiss stage (group stage). Gen.G Esports claimed the top spot in Group Alpha with a 3-3 record, while DRX showcased their return to top form by securing a flawless 5-0 record in Group Omega, earning them first place.
As a result of their impressive performances, both Korean teams bypass the knockout stage of the hybrid-elimination bracket.
Full list of teams qualified for VCT Pacific Stage 1 playoffs
The VCT Pacific Stage 1 playoffs kick off on May 3, 2024. Compared to previous VCT tournaments, Stage 1 features a unique format.
The hybrid-elimination bracket will have the second and third placed teams from the group stage competing in a single-elimination best-of-three match.
After the knockout round, the playoffs resume with a double-elimination bracket.
| GROUP STAGE STANDING | TEAM | GROUP STAGE RECORD | PLAYOFF SEEDING |
| 1st in Group Alpha | Gen.G Esports | 3 – 3 | Upper bracket semifinals |
| 1st in Group Omega | DRX | 5 – 0 | Upper bracket semifinals |
| 2nd in Group Alpha | Team Secret | 3 – 3 | Knockout round |
| 2nd in Group Omega | Paper Rex | 4 – 1 | Knockout round |
| 3rd in Group Alpha | T1 | 2 – 4 | Knockout round |
| 3rd in Group Omega | Talon Esports | 4 – 1 | Knockout round |
What is the VCT Pacific Stage 1 playoffs?
VCT Pacific Stage 1 2024 determines the teams from the region participating in the second international LAN event of the 2024 season.
The top three teams at the end of the playoffs will represent the Pacific region at Masters Shanghai.
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