BLAST Slam VI: Schedule, Format, Teams & How To Watch
BLAST Slam VI marks a new chapter for the circuit as GamingMalta’s partnership moves the tournament to a new permanent home at the BLAST Arena Studios in Malta. Considering the new grueling format and chaos of Dota 2 Patch 7.40, the event challenges teams to adapt or fall behind.
In this guide, you will find all the details about BLAST Slam VI, including the schedule, format, teams, prize pool, and ticket information.
BLAST Slam VI Location & Dates
BLAST Slam VI kicks off on February 3 and runs through February 15, 2026. The Group Stage will be played online, but the Play-In and Playoffs will take place in front of a live audience at the BLAST Arena Studios in Malta.
As Tundra Esports chases a historic fifth Slam title, the stakes for this Mediterranean showdown have never been higher.
BLAST Slam VI Schedule & Format
BLAST Slam VI has implemented significant format changes to better align with viewer feedback.
The Group Stage will now feature a single round-robin format, with all matches played as best-of-one. This means that the twelve competing teams will play a total of 66 matches in this stage.
The top two teams will receive a bye directly into the Playoff Semifinals. Teams finishing 3rd–8th will proceed into the Play-In, while the bottom four teams (9th–12th) enter the Last Chance Playoffs.
In the Last Chance Playoffs, the four lowest-ranked teams will compete in best-of-three series, with only the top two advancing to the Play-In. This creates an eight-team Play-In field, where all matches are played as best-of-three.
The winners of the Play-In will lock in spots in the Playoff Quarterfinals, while all remaining teams are eliminated. Finally, the Playoffs will feature a single-elimination bracket structure, with all games played as best-of-five series.
Schedule
This table outlines the full BLAST Slam VI schedule, including each stage and date.
| Stage | Date |
|---|---|
| Group Stage | February 3–5 |
| Play-In | February 6–8 |
| Playoffs | February 13–15 |
Note: For more specific match fixtures, you can refer to the official BLAST.tv website.
Prize Pool Distribution
BLAST Slam VI features a total prize pool of $1 million, divided into team earnings ($750,000) and Club Rewards ($250,000). Here’s how the money will be distributed:
| Place | Prize Money | Club Rewards | Total Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | $300,000 | $100,000 | $400,000 |
| 2nd | $150,000 | $50,000 | $200,000 |
| 3rd–4th | $60,000 | $20,000 | $80,000 |
| 5th–6th | $35,000 | $15,000 | $50,000 |
| 7th–10th | $22,500 | $6,250 | $28,750 |
| 11th–12th | $10,000 | $2,500 | $12,500 |
| Grand Total | $750,000 | $250,000 | $1,000,000 |
Teams Competing At BLAST Slam VI
Twelve Dota 2 teams are participating in BLAST Slam VI. The top four teams from BLAST Slam IV and BLAST Slam V will each secure qualification, while the final four slots are filled via regional direct invites.
However, since Tundra Esports, Team Falcons, and MOUZ already qualified from BLAST V, their slots will be replaced by direct invites determined by the tournament organizers.
Here are all the contenders at BLAST Slam VI:
- Tundra Esports (BLAST IV)
- Team Falcons (BLAST IV)
- MOUZ (BLAST IV)
- HEROIC (BLAST IV)
- Team Yandex (BLAST V)
- NAVI (Europe Qualifier)
- Xtreme Gaming (China Qualifier)
- REKONIX (Southeast Asia Qualifier)
- TBD (America Invite)
- TBD (Direct Invite)
- TBD (Direct Invite)
- TBD (Direct Invite)
How To Watch BLAST Slam VI
You can watch the BLAST Slam VI by tuning into the official broadcasts on the BLAST.tv website or on the tournament organizer’s Twitch, YouTube, and Kick channels.
Tickets
If you want to attend the event in person, you can purchase tickets from Eventworks or the BLAST ticketing website. The price ranges from €10 (~$13) to €27 (~$31).
| Ticket Type | Date | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Friday | February 13 | €10.80 | $13 |
| Saturday | February 14 | €10.80 | $13 |
| Sunday | February 15 | €16.20 | $19 |
| Weekend Pass | February 13–15 | €27 | $31 |
FAQs
When and where will BLAST Slam VI take place?
BLAST Slam VI will be held at the BLAST Arena Studios in Malta, from February 3–15, 2026.
What is the BLAST Slam VI prize pool?
BLAST Slam VI features a $1 million prize pool, divided into $750,000 in cash prizes and $250,000 in Club Rewards. The winning team will take home $400,000 (of which $100,000 is Club Rewards).
How can I watch BLAST Slam VI?
You can watch all the action of BLAST Slam VI on the official website as well as on YouTube and Twitch.
Where can I purchase BLAST Slam VI tickets?
You can purchase tickets to attend BLAST Slam VI from Eventworks or the official BLAST website.
Will the new hero Largo be played in BLAST Slam VI?
No. Since Largo was only recently introduced in Patch 7.40, the hero is not yet available in the Captain’s Mode draft pool.
References
- BLAST Slam VI Malta: Format Changes – more BO5s (BLAST)
- BLAST.tv – Games, Tournaments, Simulators & News (BLAST)
- BLASTDota (Twitch)
- @BLASTDota (YouTube)
- BLASTDota Stream (Kick)
- BLAST SLAM VI Tickets (EventWorks)
- BLAST Premier and SLAM Tickets: Looking to be a part of it? (BLAST)
