Rules & format

Format

WHY YOU PEEK is an online 2v2 Counter-Strike 2 tournament. Only teams that complete registration and match-day check-in are seeded into the live bracket.

The live match card and bracket are the source of truth for round order, opponent and any event-specific map or series instructions.

Players & accounts

• Exactly two registered players compete for each team.
• Players must use the Steam profiles submitted during registration.
• One Steam profile cannot be registered for multiple active teams.
• Team and player names must not contain abusive, misleading or impersonating content.
• Any roster change must be approved by tournament administration before the affected match.

Check-in & match operations

• Both players must complete check-in before seeding begins.
• Teams should be ready to join the assigned server when their match is called.
• Only official server details and administrator instructions should be used for tournament matches.
• If a player disconnects or a technical problem stops play, notify an administrator immediately and follow the pause instruction provided.
• Repeated delays or a no-show can result in a default loss when they block tournament progression.

Fair play

• Cheats, unauthorized assistance, exploit abuse and deliberate disruption are prohibited.
• Players must not obtain live information from the official broadcast during their match.
• Do not intentionally abuse known map or game bugs to gain an unfair advantage.
• Tournament administrators may request reasonable evidence or verification when reviewing an incident.
• Serious integrity violations can result in immediate removal from the event.

Results & disputes

If a score, server problem or rule violation is disputed, contact an administrator as soon as possible. Include the match, approximate round/time and any useful evidence. Continue only when an administrator confirms how the match should proceed.

Administrative decisions for the current event are final once a dispute has been reviewed.

FAQ

When does registration close?

November 28 at 16:30 EET.

When is check-in?

Check-in starts at 17:00 EET on November 28. Both registered players must confirm attendance before seeding.

Where is the tournament played?

The event is online. Confirmed teams receive the active match and server information through the tournament flow.

What happens if our team is late?

Contact administration immediately. A delay that blocks tournament progression may lead to a default loss.

Can we change a player after registering?

Do not change the roster silently. Ask administration for approval before the affected match.