Battle.net

StarCraft II: Wings of Liberty is launching globally next week and interest in ranked competition on the ladders has increased. So has the number of questions concerning eSports and eligibility. While we have a lot of ground to cover on this particular topic (and have plans to do just that in the near future) we wanted to answer one specific question regarding regional ladders. It’s important to note that each region will have its own ladder. Should you choose to purchase a StarCraft II box or license for a region you do not reside in and climb the ranks, you will not be eligible for that region’s competition, as eligibility is often determined by your country of residence. If you intend to qualify for official Blizzard Entertainment tournaments, you should compete in your own regional ladder. We want to bring the best of the best from each region together for global competition, and we know that we'll see some great gameplay in the months and years to come. We look forward to seeing you at the top. May the best player win!