The hardware prizes are from KODE5 global supporters Foxconn, a global leader in the manufacturing of motherboards, graphics cards, and more, Corsair Memory, high-speed memory manufacturer and developer for over a decade, and Razer, a developer of high-end gaming peripherals. The supporters are excited and proud to sponsor this so called esports event, "We are proud to help power the KODE5 competition PCs, and wish all competitors the best of luck at the KODE5 Global Finals," said Corsair Sales Director Scott Thirlwell.
The competions will be held in over 20 countries around the world and in addition to global sponsors include many local supporters. The tournament's Global Final event is held in September.
And here are the cash prizes for the final event in September:
Counter-Strike 1.6
1st Place $25,000
2nd Place $10,000
3rd Place $5,000
Warcraft III: The Frozen Throne
1st Place $10,000
2nd Place $4,000
3rd Place $1,000
Quake 4
1st Place $10,000
2nd Place $4,000
3rd Place $1,000
Source: Press release
Written by: Matti Robinson @ 4 Jul 2006 16:14
