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Patch v11.01 saw an update to the “Compete” tab which revealed prizes for Week 1 of the Fortnite Championship Series. Needless to say, players are not happy
We previously covered Chapter 2 would be receiving a substantial cut in overall prize pool compared to last season’s $10,000,000 mark. As of today, the Compete tab sheds more information regarding prize pool breakdown and tournament structure. It was previously unknown who would be receiving a majority of the blow - until today. A top heavy payout structure means that semi-competitive players are cut out of the money entirely
Similar to last season, Chapter 2 will include a 3 stage tournament every weekend. The “qualifier” stage will last 4 weeks, with each week offering cash prizes to successful participants. Last season, $1,000,000 was offered each qualifying week. This season? All 4 qualifying weeks combined falls short of the million dollar mark
Top performers in each region took a decent hit, but an even larger share of the brunt was absorbed by players who fall short of a top 10 placement. Last season, players who scored within the top 250 teams each week received a minimum of $200 per person. Now you have to score within the top 10 teams if you want to see a penny. Make that top 5 teams for the unfortunate souls that have to compete in Oceania, Asia, and the Middle East
Compete tab is now updated with FNCS Warmup and FNCS Week 1.
— Kristian - Fortnite esports (@FortniteBRLive) October 23, 2019
Only the top 10 (EU, NAE, BRA) and 5 (NAW, OCE, ASIA, MES) teams will be awarded prize money in a complete change from previous online events.#Fortnite #esports
Qualifier prize pools is a unique concept, pioneered by Fortnite. Players across the globe have an opportunity to make a nice chunk of change just by being decent at the game. In an attempt to preserve the grand finals prize pool, it’s logical for Epic Games to part ways with the most expensive participation trophy in all of Esports history
Generally, Fortnite pros have been siding with Epic amidst the collective whining from the community
This is what happens when you throw too much money at a single tournament.
— Svenn??ss (@Svenosss) October 18, 2019
people are going to be ungrateful when it's ''only'' 5 million over 4 weeks :)
It's still alot of money, remember that guys.
you could be working at a below average paying job aswell.
Seeing a lot of Fortnite “Pros” complaining about this FNCS season only being $5M prizepool.
— Tyler | Code WILDCAT (@IAMWILDCAT) October 18, 2019
Prize pool should be nearly irrelevant unless it’s World Cup type money. Focus on building a brand while competiting. Make a name for yourself. So many ungrateful dunces.
Prize pool is $5 million, but people are complaining. Shows how Fortnite really spoiled these players with these prize pools ??
— 1x (@1xontop) October 18, 2019
An unintended side effect stemming from the reduced prize pool is speculation regarding a mid-winter tournament. In a 2018 announcement, Epic Games committed $100,000,000 towards competitive prize pools until the end of 2019. All previous tournaments until now Including FNCS prizes would only account for $89 million. That’s the real question everyone needs to ask
What do you think about the prize cuts? Is Epic hosting a huge tournament over the winter? Tell us your thoughts on Twitter
