Hey everyone!
After months of planning, we're ready to launch Switzerland's new competitive esports platform. Here's what you need to know about the Beta Season and how to get involved.
We're finally here. After countless Discord calls (including some peak ARAM gameplay), spreadsheet sessions, and annoying people at SwitzerLAN with our flashbang video, Alpine League is ready to launch.
If you've been around the Swiss Esports scene for a while, you know the frustration. Tournaments pop up, run for a bit, then disappear. Teams form, play a few matches, then disband because there's nothing consistent to compete in. We've all felt it.
So we decided to do something about it.
What is Alpine League?
Think of it as Switzerland's home for competitive gaming. Regular seasons, multiple divisions, playoffs, offline finals. The whole package. The key difference: we're built to last.
We're not dependent on a single big sponsor who might pull out. We're keeping costs low, operations lean, and decisions community-driven. This isn't a flashy launch with unrealistic promises. It's a sustainable foundation that can grow with the scene. There will be bugs, there will be problems but we're looking forward to the challenge.
Season 1 - How It Works
Multiple Divisions
Whether you're climbing ranked in your free time or grinding scrims daily, there's a division for your team. We'll have amateur through professional levels, each with a set amount of teams.
15-Week Season
Regular weekly matches. Round-robin OR Swiss format so you face everyone in your division. Top teams advance to playoffs.
Offline Finals
If possible, Season ends with a proper offline event. Real stage, real crowd, real stakes.
We'll be dropping the full timeline soon with exact dates and registration windows. (We know you want specifics - they're coming, we promise.)
Who's Behind This?
You might recognize some names on the team. We've got organizers who've been around for years, casters you've heard on streams, players who've competed at national level, and newcomers bringing in a load of new ideas.
We're also excited to announce our partnership with Red Bull, who have been connected to this project's initiation and early buildup. Their early involvement and ongoing support has been crucial in making Alpine League happen. We're grateful to have such a strong partner who believes in building something sustainable for Swiss esports.
What Happens Next?
Timeline drops soon. Registration opens after that. Start talking to your teammates about forming rosters.
Got questions? Hit us up on Discord or drop us a PN on your favorite social media network. We're reading everything.
Let's build something that actually sticks around this time.
— The Alpine League Team