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Samsung Electronics has officially launched the Odyssey Cup Counter-Strike 2 Championship<\/a>, bringing together the best players across Southeast Asia and Oceania for an action-packed regional tournament.<\/p>\n

Building on the Odyssey Cup Legacy<\/strong>
\nFirst introduced in 2023, the Odyssey Cup has quickly become one of the region\u2019s most anticipated esports events. From its debut Influencer Invitational to the Dota 2 Championship in 2024, the competition continues to empower gaming communities and aspiring professionals alike.<\/p>\n

This year\u2019s multi-stage event will feature national qualifiers from Australia, Indonesia, Malaysia, New Zealand, Singapore, the Philippines, Thailand, and Vietnam, culminating in a high-stakes grand finale in Kuala Lumpur from December 12 to 14. The Singapore national qualifier runs from 21 to 23 November, with finalists competing for a share of the US$50,000 prize pool.<\/p>\n

Do you have what it takes to be the next Odyssey Cup champion? Gather your team of five and register by 19 November at odyssey-cup.com. Players must be aged 18 and above with verified Steam and FACEIT accounts.<\/p>\n

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Powered by Samsung Odyssey Gaming Monitors<\/strong>
\nAt the heart of the tournament is the Samsung Odyssey G5 G50F QHD 180 Hz Gaming Monitor, designed to deliver crisp visuals, fast responsiveness, and immersive gameplay. With its 1 ms response time and QHD resolution, players can fully experience the precision and intensity of Counter-Strike 2 battles.<\/p>\n

A Celebration of Community and Competition<\/strong>
\n\u201cThe Odyssey Cup represents more than esports \u2014 it celebrates community building and showcases Samsung\u2019s commitment to empowering gamers and shaping the landscape of digital culture,\u201d said Leslie Goh, Head of Regional Display Solutions, Samsung Southeast Asia and Oceania. Returning as a key partner for the second consecutive year, TCP Red Bull Malaysia continues to energise the tournament.<\/p>\n

Adelene Tay, Head of Marketing at Red Bull Malaysia, said, \u201cWe\u2019re excited to reinforce this collaboration with Samsung \u2014 a partnership built on shared passion and high energy that keeps both players and fans inspired.\u201d<\/p>\n

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Watch, Play, and Win<\/strong>
\nTo mark the event, Samsung Singapore is also offering up to S$900 off selected Odyssey Gaming Monitors via the promo code ODYSSEY2025-SG on the Samsung Online Store<\/a> and Samsung Shop App<\/a>, valid until 31 December 2025.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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