The fangtastic return of Open LAN Counter-Strike in Bucharest
Draculan brings back the raw open LAN format to CS2, right in the heart of Bucharest. Hosted at Nexus Gamers Pub between 29 and 31 August 2025, the tournament will feature up to 16 teams in a tier 2 VRS Ranked LAN event.
All teams who dare enter will battle head-to-head in an intimate competitive environment that celebrates the spirit of grassroots esports and offers a shot at serious prize money and local bragging rights.
Set in Romania’s gaming capital, this event blends competitive grit with a unique atmosphere inspired by legends of the dark. Whether you’re a rising team or a squad of experienced hunters, Draculan is your arena.
Counter-Strike returns to Bucharest in true grassroots fashion
Draculan revives the open LAN experience in a format designed to attract as many teams as possible, offering them the chance to compete in a structured, VRS Ranked environment.
“Open grassroots LAN tournaments have been sorely missed in Romania. With Draculan, we're bringing back the competitive environment in which today's pro gamers grew up. It's about giving every team the chance to relive that initial “hey, I think I’ve got a shot at this” moment.” said Mihai Daniel Cotos, CEO of Digital Crusade.
Double Elimination, Open Format. Just like it used to be.
Draculan is a Tier 2 VRS Ranked event with open sign-ups, available to any team ready to compete. Registration is handled on a first come, first served basis through www.draculan.gg.
Based on the sign-ups, the top 4 teams by VRS rank (the latest ranking as of three days before the event) will be directly seeded into the Main Event.
These teams will be joined by 4 more from the Open LAN Group Sage Qualifiers, on Day 1.
Intimate LAN setup in the heart of Bucharest
Draculan will be hosted at Nexus Gamers Pub, one of the most iconic esports venues in Romania. The location offers a cozy, competitive setup with dedicated team areas, optimized for Counter-Strike 2 matches and tournament flow.
We’re focused on delivering a premium grassroots experience, with good PCs, solid infrastructure, and a familiar environment built by and for CS players.
