French team 3DMAX defeated host TYLOO 2-0 at the Perfect World CS Challenge S1 in Shanghai to claim the championship, substantially improving their tournament invitation ranking; Lucky delivered explosive performances throughout the tournament, boosting both team morale and scoring. For details, see the team’s key metrics and performance analysis.
The Perfect World CS Challenge Series 1 (PW CS Challenge S1) took place in Shanghai from August 29 to 31, 2025. The event featured six invited teams competing for a total prize pool of $37,579. The roster included 3DMAX, TYLOO, Lynn Vision, B8, Kaleido, and Rare Atom . The tournament adopted a double-elimination format, with the championship decided through a Bo3 finals.
Final Highlights and Scores
In the finals held on August 31st, 3DMAX defeated TYLOO 2-0 on Nuke and Train. The score on Nuke was 13-11, and on Train it was 19-15.
During the Ban/Pick (BP) phase, 3DMAX removed Mirage in the first round while TYLOO removed Dust2; 3DMAX selected Nuke and TYLOO selected Train. Subsequently, TYLOO removed Ancient, and 3DMAX removed Overpass, leaving Hellboy unpicked.
Overall Match Performance:
Lucky (Lucas “Lucky” Chastang) was the standout performer with 53 kills, an average damage per round of 103.9, and a match rating of 1.51, excelling under the -3.0 rating system.
body secured 44 kills, an ADR of 89.3, and a rating of 3.0, achieving 1.25.
Graviti, Ex3rcice, Maka, and other players delivered strong performances at varying levels, showcasing balanced roster depth.
Within TYLOO, Moseyuh (Chen) performed relatively well with a rating of 1.24 and a 3.0 rating; Mercury, Jee, and JamYoung delivered average performances.
Tactical Transformation Yields Significant Results
Prior to this tournament, 3DMAX underwent a captaincy change, with Filip “Graviti” Brankovic assuming the role of IGL (In-Game Leader). Team member Lucas ‘Lucky’ Chastang commented: “The team had been stagnating and needed a change. ” The coaching change yielded immediate results, particularly at the Shanghai venue where TYLOO demonstrated formidable momentum with a clean sweep. Their prior victory over Natus Vincere (Na’Vi) at the Esports World Cup in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, propelled them into the quarterfinals and paved the way for their championship confidence.
Data
| Category | Data / Performance Details |
| Champion | 3DMAX |
| Final Score | 2-0 (Maps: Nuke 13-11, Train 19-15) |
| Lucky’s Stats | 53 kills / ADR 103.9 / Rating-3.0: 1.51 |
| bodyy’s Stats | 44 kills / Rating-3.0: 1.25 |
| TYLOO Highlights | Moseyuh (1.24), Mercury (~1.06), JamYoung (0.97) |
| VRS Ranking Impact | 3DMAX up to EU #5, TYLOO remains CN #9, Lynn Vision rises to CN #13 |
| Leadership Change | Graviti as new IGL driving tactical turnaround |
| Prize Pool | $37,579 (Champion: $20,877; Runner-up: $8,351; Third place: $4,175) |
Conclusion
3DMAX demonstrated fierce competitiveness and tactical execution throughout Perfect World CS Challenge Season 1, particularly under the leadership of new IGL Graviti. Lucky’s explosive performances became the cornerstone of their championship run. This victory not only elevated the team’s potential within the VRS Major registration but also injected confidence into the series. While the prize pool was modest, it holds significant importance for team morale and VRS rankings.
Though TYLOO fell short of the championship, their consistent performance still brought attention and glory to China’s CS scene. Moving forward, the spotlight will shift to 3DMAX’s upcoming schedule and whether this new French squad can continue making waves on the major stage.