Gamers will enjoy a wide range of entertainment at the Luis Adaro Fairgrounds, with titles such as Valorant, Super Smash Bros Ultimate and Counter-Strike 2
CometCon 2024which will be held from September 6 to 8 at the Luis Adaro Fairground in Gijónwill become the epicentre of video games and eSports in the north of Spain. And attendees at the event will have 200 teams available between consoles, PCs and other devices. Among the most anticipated events are the tournaments of Valorant 5v5, Counter-Strike 2, Pokémon y Super Smash Bros. Ultimate.
Valorant 5v5 and Valorant 1v1: Strategy and skill at its best
The tournament of Valorant 5v5 is shaping up to be one of the star competitions of the convention, attracting teams of five players who will have to demonstrate their tactical skill and precision in one of the most popular titles of the moment.
In addition to the team format, CometCon 2024 will also host a tournament Valorant 1v1which will focus on direct confrontation between individual players. This variant of the game will allow participants to measure their skills one against one, offering a show full of adrenaline and masterful moves. Players must be prepared for an intense competition, where every mistake could mean elimination.
Counter-Strike 2: The classic eSports battle
The tournament of Counter-Strike 2 will be another highlight of the event. Known for being one of the pillars of eSports for years, CS continues to attract players from all over the world with its frenetic gameplay and high demand for teamwork and strategy. The teams competing at CometCon 2024 will face off in high-voltage matches, where only the best can claim the title of champion.
This tournament is expected to bring together both veterans and up-and-coming players, who will battle it out in intense best-of-three-map matches. The competition at CometCon will be a unique opportunity for attendees to see some of the best CS teams and players in Spain in action.
Pokémon: Classic strategy in competitive format
For fans of turn-based strategy games, the tournament of Pokémon will be an unmissable event. This tournament will allow coaches to compete with their carefully selected teams, demonstrating their knowledge of the metagame and their ability to anticipate their opponents’ moves. The competition will include battles for both the VGC (Video Game Championships) and TCG (Trading Card Game) formats, offering something for everyone.
Super Smash Bros. Ultimate: The Ultimate Fight
Finally, the tournament of Super Smash Bros. Ultimateorganized by Smash Asturiaswill close the CometCon 2024 competition cycle. This tournament will be a meeting point for fighting game lovers, who will be able to compete in intense combats with some of the most iconic characters in the world of video games. Smash Asturias, with its vast experience in organizing tournaments, will ensure that the event is top-notch, attracting the best players from the region and beyond.
With such a diverse and exciting lineup, which is not yet finalized, CometCon 2024 promises to be an unforgettable event for eSports and gaming enthusiasts in general. It will not only be an opportunity to compete and win, but also to enjoy the atmosphere of camaraderie and passion that characterizes the gaming community.
The event will take place on the days September 6, 7 and 8. On Friday and Saturday, the hours will be from 12 to 10 pm, while on Sunday it will be from 12 to 8 pm. CometCon24 is supported by Gijón Divertia, Gijón Impulsa, Department of Culture, Language Policy and Tourism of the Principality, Gijón Juventud, Chamber of Gijón, Nimby, Cajastur Foundation, Youth Council of Gijón, Youth Council of the Principality of Asturias, Unicaja Banco, Caja Rural, Asturias Cultura en Rede, Youth Card, Toyota Asturias, Kinto, Ordum, Alsa, Film Music Live!, Imagin, PCBox, among others.
Tickets are now on sale and can be purchased digitally at cometcon.org or at the event’s box office.
