We are adding on another “0” and upgrading the previously announced $5,000 prize pool to a whopping $50,000 for the 2XKO mixed mode tournament at Frosty Faustings XVIII 2026, thanks to the team at @Play2XKO
Due to the large increase in the prize pool, we are also expanding the prize payouts to be distributed across the top 24 players! Check out the breakdown below:
2XKO mixed mode payout structure at FFXVIII2026*
*Please note that for any duo teams that place in the top 24, the 2 players on the duo would split the prize money 50/50
The 2XKO mixed mode bracket is still free to enter with a competitor badge!
In addition, we are also adding a $1,000 pot bonus to the 2XKO Duos only team tournament on Thursday evening!
2XKO Mixed Mode Ruleset
No converters will be provided.
All players are responsible for having a compatible controller by the time their match is called.
Coaching is allowed up to 60 seconds in-between games only. Coaches must be named before the matches begin. Coaches are not allowed on stage next to their players while a game is being played. Players may receiving coaching only once during a match.
EQUIPMENT:
Version: PlayStation 5 | Bring your own controller
Monitor: Sony INZONE
RULES:
- Double Elimination Bracket
- Default Game Settings
- All games are best 2 out of 3 rounds
- Matches are best 2 out of 3 until winners, losers, and grand finals.
- Solo players and duo teams are allowed to participate.
- Players may not participate as both a Solo AND Duos
- The winner of the previous game must keep same characters and fuse, but may change order
- The loser of the previous game may switch characters and/or fuse
- Random stage select (players may opt for an agreed stage)
- In the event of a tied Match declared by a “Double K.O.” on the Game screen, the match will not be scored and both players/teams will replay the tied Match with the same character selections and stage.
- Pulse combo controls are legal for use
- All stages are legal to be selected
- All champion skins are legal for use
