Press Releases | Season OverviewWC23
September 2023Geographical Wizard, rainbolt, to host the first-ever GeoGuessr World Championship
STOCKHOLM, Sweden, 8th of June — As anticipation builds for the first-ever GeoGuessr World Championship, we are excited to announce that esteemed esports personality, Trevor "rainbolt" Rainbolt, will spearhead the tournament as the primary commentator. Celebrated for his intricate understanding of gaming dynamics, an astute eye for geographical details, and an audience of over 4.6M followers, rainbolt will guide audiences through this extraordinary journey that truly embodies the spirit of GeoGuessr.From the 13-14th of October, GeoGuessr is primed to host its first World Championship at the Space Arena in Stockholm, Sweden. The occasion marks a pivotal step into the realm of esports for the game that has been captivating audiences for over a decade, and today boasts a global player base of more than 60 million explorers.
As the tournament unfolds, Trevor "rainbolt" Rainbolt will help us mere laymen understand what is happening during the matches.
He will be accompanied by David "Bloom" Morris, another significant figure in the GeoGuessr community, whose expert commentary will enrich the understanding of the game. Together, this knowledgeable duo will not only animate the action but also highlight each player's strategies and pivotal moments throughout the tournament.
"I'm really looking forward to this tournament, which will be a way to put GeoGuessr on the esport map" said rainbolt regarding the announcement.
"Our goal for the GeoGuessr World Championship is to make it as immersive and enjoyable for our audience as possible, and having rainbolt and Bloom at the helm will certainly help us achieve that," said Daniel Antell, Co-founder and CEO of GeoGuessr. "Their combined expertise, enthusiasm, and rapport with the gaming community will bring an added layer of excitement to our coverage of the event."
The tournament will take place in Stockholm's Space Arena from October 13-14, and it promises to be a landmark in esports history, with the entire globe serving as the game field. An impressive total prize pool of $50,000 awaits the World Champion and other worthy competitors.
"We look forward to sharing this thrilling global competition with our audiences, guided by the adept commentary of rainbolt and Bloom," Antell added. "We invite everyone to join us in person or via our live streams to experience the World Championship like never before."
GeoGuessr is an immersive online game that invites you to traverse the globe from the comfort of your screen. Founded in 2013 by Anton Wallén and based in Stockholm, GeoGuessr has garnered a global user base of over 60 million. With a blend of exploration, geography, and intuition, GeoGuessr challenges players to guess their location using Google Street View and user-generated maps. It's more than just a game; it's an open invitation to experience the thrill of geographic discovery in a friendly, vibrant, and unique way.
Company Leadership:Daniel Antell
Co-Founder & CEO
Erland Ranvinge
Co-Founder & CTO
Anton Wallén
Co-Founder
Press Contact:Björn Ehrnberg
bjorn.ehrnberg@frame.gl
For more information, visit www.geoguessr.com/world-cup.
Follow GeoGuessr World Championship on Social Media here:August 2023Announcing the GeoGuessr World Championship Closed Qualifier 26th of August
We are excited to announce the highly anticipated qualification process for the inaugural GeoGuessr World Championship. In our pursuit of excellence, we have handpicked 16 of the world's finest players, who will battle it out for the remaining four coveted spots at the tournament. Set to be held in Stockholm from October 13th to 14th, the GeoGuessr World Championship promises an exhilarating display of skill and competition.The GeoGuessr World Championship marks the beginning of an enduring tradition, as we aim to foster and celebrate the competitive GeoGuessr scene by crowning a new world champion every year. As the World Championship evolves, our commitment to enhancing the qualification system will allow for more slots and a more advanced selection process. For this year, we are thrilled to offer a select group of players the chance to qualify for this prestigious event.
This years qualifying process will feature 16 of the world's best players engaging in a closed qualifier, vying for the four remaining spots alongside the 20 players already chosen to compete in Stockholm. Prior to this, we are excited to announce that Trevor "rainbolt" Rainbolt will be hosting a pre-qualifier event, where two players will secure their place in the closed qualifier. In summary, GeoGuessr will invite 14 players directly to the closed qualifier, while an additional two players will emerge from the "rainbolt World Championship Pre Qualifier."
The inaugural GeoGuessr World Championship will unfold at the esteemed Space Arena in Stockholm, a venue befitting the magnitude of this landmark event. We have made a conscious decision to curate the player roster for this GeoGuessr World Championship, ensuring the highest standards of competition and the utmost quality. We are fully committed to delivering an extraordinary experience that aligns with our vision.
While the current format entails invitation-based qualifiers, our ambition is to open up future World Championships to broader participation through inclusive open qualifiers.
We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the entire GeoGuessr community for your unwavering support and enthusiasm. Together, let us witness the birth of an extraordinary legacy in the realm of competitive gaming.
The qualifying format will be as follows:
Group Stage (Best of 3)4 Groups with 4 players in each group, following a round-robin format.
The top-ranked player from each group will advance directly to the end bracket.
The second and third-ranked players from each group will move on to the Knockout stage.
The fourth-placed players will be eliminated from the tournament.
Knockout Stage (Best of 5, 4 Matches)The winners from the Knockout stage will proceed to face the first-placed players from the groups.
The losers from the Knockout stage will be eliminated from the tournament.
QUALIFYING DETAILS
Date:Saturday
26th of August
2023
Players:14 Invited players (to be announced), 2 players from the rainbolt World Championship Pre Qualifier hosted by rainbolt
Match format:Duel
1 vs 1
Best of 3 | Best of 5
The Qualifier will be broadcasted live at www.twitch.tv/geoguessr on the 26th of August.
Similarly, the rainbolt World Championship Pre Qualifier will be streamed live at www.twitch.tv/rainbolt on the 19th of August.
We look forward to an intense competition and wish all participants the best of luck in their quest to qualify for the GeoGuessr World Cup.