The Swiss Stage has come to an end, and the top 16 teams from both the Rise and Defy divisions have now secured their spots in the 2025 CWL Spring Split Playoffs. After five weeks of grueling best-of-three matchups, the field has been narrowed to those who proved their consistency, resilience, and adaptation week after week.
Seeding is based on Swiss stage records, which means teams with better performances will enjoy initial advantages in the playoff bracket. In Rise and Defy, each playoff match will be a best-of-three, leading up to a high-stakes best-of-five final that crowns the division champion.
The playoffs are more than just the final phase of the tournament, they’re the moment when teams can define their legacy. For rising squads, this is the chance to make a name for themselves. For established teams, it’s an opportunity to cement their status and push for future placement in higher divisions, like Ascend.
With rivalries brewing and prize pools on the line, the playoffs are sure to deliver the most intense matches of the season. The road to the championship begins now.