FACEIT & ESEA for Counter-Strike 2
CHAOZ Esports competes and runs community games on FACEIT and plays
official league matches in ESEA League (on FACEIT).
This page explains how it all works, how to join our clan & hub for 10-man games,
and where to find our official organizer and hub.
What is FACEIT?
FACEIT is a competitive gaming platform that powers structured queues, tournaments, leagues, and
community spaces for Counter-Strike 2. It hosts the ESEA League
experience and provides tools like Hubs, Clubs, and Clans
for teams and communities.
Since 2023, ESEA League operations have been moved onto FACEIT, with league access sold as an
ESEA League Pass.
Hubs / Clubs vs. Clans
Hubs (now part of FACEIT Clubs) are curated matchmaking environments with their own
rules, admin tools, leaderboards, events, and queues - great for 10-mans and structured
community play. In 2024, FACEIT introduced Clubs that combine the best of Clans and Hubs
to grow communities in one place.
Clans are membership groups with social features, leaderboards, and community events.
Many organizations run public clans so their members can find teammates and compete together.
TL;DR: Use our Hub/Club for 10-mans and community queues.
Join our Clan to get updates, leaderboards, and a steady pool of CHAOZ players to party up with.
Why CHAOZ Uses FACEIT for 10-mans
- Private, admin-moderated queues with fair teams and rules.
- Automatic servers, anti-cheat, and results tracking.
- Leaderboards and seasons to reward consistent play.
- Easy party-up and matchmaking for our clan members.
We run 10-mans on FACEIT only - matchmaking is consistent, organized,
and scalable for both scrims and community nights.
ESEA League on FACEIT - How It Works
ESEA League is Counter-Strike’s long-running, promotion-based league system operated on FACEIT.
Teams play two regular-season matches per week in divisions tuned for skill, and
top teams advance through playoffs with a path toward higher divisions and professional circuits.
Divisions & Progression
- Open ? entry-level, large player base, regional conferences
- Intermediate / Main ? mid-tiers for rising teams
- Advanced ? gateway to ESL Challenger League
- ECL ? ESL Challenger League (promotion path toward EPL)
ESEA divisions and progression are detailed on the official league page within FACEIT.
Default Match Days & Times (NA Open)
Open East: Monday & Wednesday at 8:30 PM ET
Open West: Monday & Wednesday at 8:30 PM MT
Intermediate and Main divisions typically run Tuesday & Thursday evenings.
Always confirm match times on your season's official rules page.
League Pass & Fees
Access to ESEA League is sold as the ESEA League Pass on FACEIT.
This is separate from FACEIT Premium. It grants entry to seasonal ESEA competitions
and allows your team to participate in your division.
Pricing has historically been $29.99 USD for 3 months,
billed directly through FACEIT.
(Equivalent to roughly $10 per month for full league access.)
Prices may vary slightly by region, so always check the official FACEIT
League Pass page for current details.
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Purchase or Renew Your ESEA League Pass
Play with CHAOZ on FACEIT
We run 10-mans and clan play exclusively on FACEIT.
Join our spaces to queue with CHAOZ members, scrim other teams, and climb together:
FAQ
Do I need FACEIT Premium for ESEA League?
No - ESEA League Pass is separate from FACEIT Premium.
Where do I see the official match schedule?
Each season's Rules page on FACEIT lists the official default times.
What is a Hub or Club in simple terms?
A dedicated, admin-run matchmaking space with leaderboards, events, and private queues - perfect for 10-mans.