compared to this year last years format actually looked good bro, we had LOCKIN a good event that awarded teams who took offseason seriously then Leagues for 11 weeks, then Tokyo then LCQ then Champs actually great fucking year.
thats exactly what it was
they just added some prize money for some stakes and showcase but i wouldnt weigh it as much as masters
PRX were literally one of the favourites to win because of the single elim format but they bombed out first round but i dont complain that its a "bad" format, just rewards teams that are consistent in winning.