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New Major sticker system draws criticism as IEM Cologne hits viewership highs

IEM Cologne set new viewership records. At the same time, a recently introduced Major sticker system has provoked strong criticism within the CS scene. Organisers, teams and fans reported heightened tension over the change.

• IEM Cologne reached record audience numbers
• New Major sticker system widely criticised and called “a catastrophe”
• High tension among community, teams and event organisers
• Ongoing debate about the system’s impact on the CS scene