MOUZ is mixing things up for their BLAST Bounty Season 2 online matches by inviting fans to watch live at their Hamburg headquarters. This is a pretty cool move to bring some offline energy to an online event and let fans show support up close while the Counter-Strike 2 (CS2) team battles it out.
The matches kick off on August 7th, 2025, with MOUZ facing off against OG Esports in their opening match. Fans can head to the MOUZ HQ to catch the action live, which is kinda interesting since it’s usually just online streams.
But it’s not just about watching. Attendees can jump into challenges like reaction tests and sim racing. After the match, there’s a chance to meet the players face-to-face. And guess what? Tickets are free, so there’s no excuse not to show up if you’re nearby.
The tournament’s online phase runs from August 5th to 10th, and MOUZ is looking to keep their momentum going in 2025. They’ve been crushing it so far, currently sitting third in the Valve Regional Standings (VRS). Their track record includes a top 16 finish at IEM Katowice and a win at PGL Cluj-Napoca 2025. Pretty solid, right?
Winning against OG Esports will push MOUZ into the last 16, and a win there secures their spot at the LAN finals in Malta from August 14th to 17th. The prize pool? A hefty $500,000 (~£376,532) that’s up for grabs. Wow, that’s some serious cash on the line!
So, why watch online matches live at the HQ? It’s a chance to feel the hype and be part of the moment in person, even if the matches themselves are streamed online. It’s a little unusual but kinda extraordinary to see teams trying new ways to connect with fans. What else could they do to spice things up?
Do you think more esports orgs will try this? It’s a different vibe from the usual Twitch stream setup. And if you’re around Hamburg, you might want to check it out.
