NAVI, B8 & Complexity Secure Direct Invites to StarSeries Fall 2025

NAVI, B8 & Complexity Secure Direct Invites to StarSeries Fall 2025

Today, StarLadder confirmed the invitations for three notable teams—Natus Vincere, B8 Esports, and Complexity Gaming—to the upcoming StarLadder StarSeries Fall 2025, bypassing the European closed qualifier entirely.

Event Format Recap

• The main event is set to take place September 18–21, 2025, in Budapest (or Bucharest, depending on earlier references), boasting a total prize pool of $500,000.

• It will feature an 8-team LAN in its final stage, structured in a double-elimination bracket, with matches formatted as best-of-three.

• Four of these slots are granted via direct invites (including NAVI, B8, and Complexity), while the remaining four are filled through the European closed qualifier held online from August 13–17.

What This Means for the Invited Teams

• Natus Vincere (NAVI), a name with a rich legacy in CS, enjoys another direct pass to a major regional tournament, reinforcing their reputation and competitive status.

• B8 Esports, while relatively newer or less frequently spotlighted on the global stage, has earned significant recognition—either via strong regional results or a favorable Valve Regional Standings (VRS) ranking.

• Complexity Gaming, known for its cyclical peaks, remains a formidable force and clearly holds a high regional or global standing ensuring this invite.

European Closed Qualifier: Four More Names Join the LAN

Through the European closed qualifier:

• PARIVISION

• OG

• Iberian Soul

• 9INE

all secured their spots in the eight-team main event, rounding out the field alongside the three invited sides 

Looking Ahead

With the roster now set, eyes turn toward assembling group draw details, crafting initial brackets, and anticipation for stellar BO3 matchups in double-elimination. The event promises high stakes as teams vie for the top prize of $200,000 (with other notable payouts for runner-ups).