All Three Flashpoint Maps Join the OWCS Midseason Championship Pool
Suravasa, New Junk City and Aatlis are all in for Paris as the complete five-mode tournament pool becomes official.
At a glance
- Competition
- July 29-August 2
- Opening time
- 3:00 AM PT / 12:00 CEST
- Flashpoint
- All three maps included
Every Flashpoint battleground made the cut
Overwatch Esports confirmed the complete Midseason Championship map pool ahead of opening day, and every current Flashpoint battleground is available in Paris. Suravasa, New Junk City and Aatlis can all appear during the group stage.
That gives Flashpoint the same three-map depth as Control, Hybrid and Escort. Push is the only mode represented by two battlegrounds.
The complete Midseason Championship map pool
The official pool contains fourteen maps across five modes. The selection mixes long-standing competitive staples with newer additions including Neon Junction and Aatlis.
- Control: Busan, Samoa and Nepal
- Hybrid: Eichenwalde, Neon Junction and Paraiso
- Escort: Junkertown, Shambali Monastery and Route 66
- Push: Colosseo and Esperanca
- Flashpoint: Suravasa, New Junk City and Aatlis
Paris starts with eight opening matches
The 16-team Midseason Championship begins Wednesday, July 29 at 3:00 AM Pacific and 12:00 CEST. Three days of double-elimination group play will reduce the field to eight teams before the single-elimination playoffs begin August 1.
ZETA DIVISION and VARREL open the tournament, followed by Crazy Raccoon against Team Secret. The first day closes with Dallas Fuel facing Team Falcons.
Where to watch
The primary English broadcast will run on the official Overwatch Esports channels on Twitch and YouTube. Regional broadcasts are also available for Japan, Pacific and Korea.
The event continues through August 2, with the grand final scheduled to begin at 6:30 AM Pacific and 3:30 PM CEST.
Questions and answers
Which Flashpoint maps are in the OWCS Midseason Championship?
Suravasa, New Junk City and Aatlis are all included in the official 2026 Midseason Championship map pool.
When does the OWCS Midseason Championship begin?
The first match begins July 29, 2026 at 3:00 AM Pacific and 12:00 CEST.
How many maps are in the Midseason Championship pool?
The official pool contains fourteen maps across Control, Hybrid, Escort, Push and Flashpoint.
