Hello, Splinterlands friends and family! 👋 Today, as part of the Splinterlands Community Engagement Challenge, we’re going to talk about 🏆 Tournaments. The idea is to explore whether you should join them, how to do it, and what tournaments to pick, etc.
Im a fairly experienced player when it comes to tournaments, I have played them since day one and continue to do so almost every day.
Tournaments in Splinterlands offer a thrilling way to compete for rewards and test your strategies, but they can be daunting for newcomers. This guide will walk you through everything you need to know to get started from what are tournaments to which ones should you join.
To answer these two questions, we first need to establish that due to the nature of Splinterlands—being an autobattler—tournaments are approached differently compared to most games. 🕹️ Splinterlands gives us a unique opportunity because most tournaments don't require us to be online at the time they are running, allowing us to participate whenever it's convenient. 🎯
An experienced player might object, saying that there are many different types of tournaments, and some are played in real-time.
That’s very true, and I'm not dismissing those tournaments altogether. However, it's important to note that the most profitable tournaments are not played in real-time. 💰
In the Splinterlands world, we have 3 types of tournaments.
Live tournaments have a specific start time and require players to check in before they begin. Once the tournament starts, matchups are formed automatically at the scheduled time, and you are presented with an opponent.
Depending on the tournament, you might face this opponent in a best-of-1, best-of-3, or best-of-5 matches. After defeating your opponent, you move up to the next round, where a new opponent will be drawn for you to face. 🥊
Once again, you must defeat your new opponent to advance. This process continues until you are either eliminated or win the tournament. After the tournament finishes, rewards are distributed based on your ranking.
Anytime tournaments are the most common type right now. They start at a scheduled time, provided that the minimum player requirements are met. These tournaments do not require check-ins but usually have stricter requirements for staked SPS or card power.
Note: Anytime tournaments will check your entry requirements twice—once when you sign up and again when the tournament starts. Keep this in mind because if you lose power or staked SPS after signing up but before the tournament begins, you won’t be able to participate. 🚫
Anytime tournaments generally consist of two rounds, each lasting around 24 hours. You must submit your team within that 24-hour window, or you will forfeit all your matches. If you qualify for Round 2, you’ll have another 24 hours to submit your teams against new opponents.
After both rounds are finished, your placement and rewards will be determined by the total number of wins, draws, and losses you’ve accumulated.
Either single elimination or anytime tournaments can also be Sit-and-Go tournaments. These tournaments start as soon as enough players have signed up or at the scheduled time. They usually feature a small group of participants and are quick to finish, making them perfect for players who want to jump in and compete without a long wait.
Ghost tournaments are another tournament characteristic or variation that will allow you to use any card in the game as specified by the tournament's rules. For example, if it's a Wild Gold tournament, you will be able to use every card at the gold level.
Ghost tournaments are generally reserved for especial events or events where the entry fee is quite substantial since they don't really require any card ownership.
Tournaments are also classified as either private or public. Private tournaments require a password to enter and are typically reserved for a specific group. These are often used by guilds or streamers to create custom tournaments for their members. 🔐
When checking the tournament event page, you'll notice many tournaments with the "by 
These are the tournaments to focus on if you want to make a profit or test your skills against the best players! Other custom tournaments can be created by players, but keep in mind they may have different entry requirements or rules. For example, some streamers may require you to participate in their stream to claim the prize.
There are plenty of tournaments available daily, but not all are suitable for every player. To find the ones worth your time:
For more detailed information about tournament play, check out this support article and the related articles linked at the bottom. They'll walk you through everything you need to know! 📖
Tournaments in Splinterlands are a fantastic way to test your skills, grow your collection, and earn rewards. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced player, there’s a tournament format for everyone. By understanding the different types of tournaments, preparing your card collection, and improving your strategy, you’ll be well on your way to competing with the best. Don’t forget to engage with the community, join guilds, and continuously improve—tournaments are as much about learning as they are about winning. Good luck, and may your strategies lead you to victory! 🏅
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