What is Office Showdown, and who can participate?

Office Showdown is a corporate esports league for Ireland-based companies, where employees can compete in popular games like League of Legends, Valorant, Counter Strike 2, and Rocket League. Teams must be composed of five players from the same organisation, and all skill levels are welcome to join—whether you’re a casual gamer or a competitive enthusiast!

What are the benefits of participating?

Participants benefit from unique networking opportunities, team-building experiences, and the chance to represent their company on a new, exciting stage. Additionally, Office Showdown supports PlayAid’s mission of enhancing men’s mental health through the power of play, so by joining, you’re also contributing to a meaningful cause.

How do I register my team for Office Showdown?

Registering is simple. Just visit here www.officeshowdown.com/upgrade and sign up your team. Entry fee for Rocket Leagues is €300 (plus VAT) with the other three games at €500 (plus VAT) for each tournament, Spring then Winter. 

Register before 5pm on 21 February and we'll give your team free personalised player jerseys. For more details or assistance, you can reach out to us at [email protected].

Who organises Office Showdown, and what is PlayAid’s role?

Office Showdown is a product of Nativz Gaming, a leader in Irish esports and innovative event management. PlayAid, our purpose partner, is an international non-profit organiSation using play to support mental health for all gamers. Together, we bring a unique mix of competitive spirit and purpose to Office Showdown, creating a positive impact within and beyond the gaming community.

What is the format of the tournaments?

Office Showdown hosts two annual tournaments, one in Spring (March to May) and one in Winter (September to November). Each tournament spans 10 weeks with games scheduled every two weeks, culminating in an in-person LAN finals event. This format allows teams to build camaraderie and improve their gameplay while working around busy schedules.

What equipment or setup is required to participate?

All you need is a team of five and access to basic gaming equipment. For the in-person finals, we’ll provide a professional LAN setup for optimal performance. Teams can play from the comfort of their own setups for online matches, but for the best experience, we recommend a reliable gaming PC, headset, and stable internet connection.

How does the Free Personalised Player Jersey promotion work?

If you register before Friday 21 February at 5pm we'll create personalised jerseys for your starting team. That's the three Rocket League players and five starting players in our other game titles, Counter-Strike 2, League of Legends and Valorant.

Jersey designs can be personalised with GamerTags, Company Logo on the chest opposite the Office Showdown badge and choice of colours.

Additional jerseys can be purchased at the time of confirming the complimentary order for €35 each. The same personalisation applies. Production and delivery of the full order is anticipated to take 3 weeks from confirmation of design, GamerTags, sizes and total quantity.