WELCOME TO THE NZ Esports Hyperfibre League!
The New Zealand Esports Hyperfibre League (Hyperfibre League) returns for another year, offering a unique blend of competition, social fun, and excitement for gamers across Aotearoa.
This open-entry, New Zealand-exclusive esports tournament welcomes players of all skill levels, ages, and backgrounds to engage in a spirited contest and enjoy the thrilling world of gaming together.
Hyperfibre League is a platform to demonstrate your gaming abilities and encourages you to experience esports. By participating, you'll have the chance to prove your prowess, refine your skills, and immerse yourself in the competitive gaming atmosphere.
Gather your party, and prepare to compete, interact, and experience the world of esports with Hyperfibre League! Registrations close on Fri 19 April for PUBG Mobile and Mon 22 April for Counter Strike 2 so don't delay!
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Hyperfibre League Winners Earn
Glory as NZ National Champions
E Black Selection
Throughout the Hyperfibre League, E Black Selectors from NZ Esports will be scouting all teams looking for the most talented and promising individual NZ gamers to invite to be part of Team New Zealand and begin the pathway to representing NZ on the global stage as an E Black.
Guilds
New Zealand Aotearoa is divided into six guilds. When competing in the Hyperfibre League, you will be required to make a team decision on which guild you wish to represent. This decision is completely up to you, you can represent whichever guild you want!
If you are representing an academic institute, such as a secondary school or university, you must participate under the controlling guild of where your main campus is based. For example, if you study at Otago University, you will need to compete as Frost.
Choose your guild
Alliance
Seat of power
Canterbury
Element
Earth
Guardian
Rūaumoko
Alliance
Seat of power
Canterbury
Element
Earth
Guardian
Rūaumoko
Social Division
Free to join with no entry fees
For the everyday player looking to compete in a casual and fun environment with your friends.
Elite Division
Free to join with no entry fees
For any player looking to compete in a competitive environment and develop your team to go pro.
Tournament Format
Thu 25 Apr
CS2 Group Stage
Starts at 7:00AM CUT
The CS2 Group Stage will be a swiss-system Bo3 competition, played every Monday for 4 weeks, where the Top 2 teams will move through to the Grand Finals. Registrations close 22nd April!
Register for CS2Tue 23 Apr
PUBGM Group Stage
Starts at 7:00AM CUT
The PUBGM Group Stage will feature 4 drop nights, played every Tuesday for 4 weeks, with the top 16 teams moving through to the Grand Finals. Registrations close 19nd April!
Register for PUBGMSun 02 Jun
CS2 Grand Finals
Starts at 2:00AM CUT
The top 2 teams from the Group Stage will participate in a broadcasted Bo3 match to crown the winner of the CS2 Elite Division!
Sun 09 Jun
PUBGM Grand Finals
Starts at 2:00AM CUT
The top 16 teams from the Group Stage will participate in a 6-map broadcast match to crown the winner of the PUBG M Social Division!
Sun 05 May
iRacing Group Stage
Starts at 12:00PM CUT
More details to come in May 2024!
Sun 05 May
iRacing Grand Finals
Starts at 12:00PM CUT
More details to come in May 2024!
Official Broadcasts
LPL will be proudly hosting all the CS2 and PUBGM Grand Finals action on our Twitch and YouTube pages!
FAQs
What are the rules for the tournament?I'm a kiwi, but don't live in NZ, can I still compete?Absolutely! That’s the beauty of esports!
Does our team need to be entirely made up of New Zealanders to compete?
Yes. This event is open to anyone in New Zealand for the duration of the competition, including those working or studying here on overseas visas. If you’re going to be heading overseas during the course of the Hyperfibre League, please reach out to confirm your ongoing eligibility in the competition.
My team can't make our timeslot, what do we do?If you’re unable to make your scheduled game time, reach out to the other team to see if you can come to an agreed time. If you can’t agree on a time, the official game time will stand and if you can’t make it, let us know you need to default. Teams will be penalised points deduction for an uncommunicated no-show.
Will the event be live streamed?Yes, there will be partnered community casters throughout the league, with the grand finals being braodcast by LPL!
Do I have to be in a team?Yes, the Hyperfibre League will feature touranments that will require a team to register.
Do I need an LPL Subscription to play?No, this tournament is free to join and play.
Registrations open now!
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To be the first to get updates, connect with other teams, and have direct access to Hyperfibre League admins, join the Hyperfibre League Discord!
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