StarLadder returns to the main stage with its first CS Major in six years, accompanied by one of the most respected analytics services in the industry — Esports Charts. This partnership not only symbolizes StarLadder's return to the top but also promises an unprecedented level of transparency and audience engagement in one of the most anticipated Counter-Strike 2 tournaments.

Budapest Major 2025: Numbers, Dates, Teams
StarLadder Budapest Major 2025 will take place from November 24 to December 14 in the capital of Hungary . The tournament will gather 32 of the world's strongest Counter-Strike 2 teams, competing for a prize pool of $1,250,000 and the title of champion in one of the most prestigious events in the esports world.

Throughout the tournament, Esports Charts will provide real-time comprehensive data on viewership, reach, and audience engagement. This will allow fans, analysts, organizations, and sponsors to track match popularity, interest growth in specific teams, players, and regions in real-time.

Artem Odintsov, co-founder and CEO of Esports Charts, emphasized the emotional and professional connection between the two companies:

We are excited and proud to provide StarLadder with audience analytics for Budapest Major 2025. Since both Esports Charts and StarLadder are companies founded in Ukraine, we share similar values and face similar challenges, which brings us even closer.
Artem Odintsov
Representing StarLadder, Vyacheslav Shcherbakov, responsible for sales and partnerships, stated:

We have been collaborating with Esports Charts since their inception and have always valued their professionalism and integrity. In a market where reliable data is crucial, Esports Charts provides honest and transparent figures — the exact data sponsors and stakeholders rely on when assessing the potential reach of a world championship.
Vyacheslav Shcherbakov

The combination of StarLadder's experience in organizing international tournaments and Esports Charts' technological expertise could set a new standard for transparency and analytics in esports. In the face of growing competition and global interest in Counter-Strike 2, such collaborations help the industry grow and fans feel closer to the game.