The North American Competitive Krunker $300 3v3 Tournament, held on November 9, 2024, showcased the best of competitive Krunker. From the intense finals to standout individual performances, the tournament delivered high-energy moments and rivalries that kept the community buzzing. With 200m BEAM taking the championship, this event marked a defining moment in the region’s competitive scene.

Top 3 Placements:

200m BEAM claimed the title, taking home the first-place prize of $180. Featuring -FTZ- [Fame], Ascendl1ng [nV], and YoungLegend13 [aim], the team demonstrated unmatched consistency and teamwork throughout the event. Their ability to adapt in high-pressure scenarios, especially during two hard-fought victories against wheeltip in the semifinals and finals, set them apart as the tournament’s dominant force.

In second place was wheeltip, earning $90 for their efforts. The team, composed of Neramino [魔人], cartinaa, and lilDemon, showcased exceptional resilience and strategy. Despite falling to 200m BEAM in both their semifinal matchup and the finals rematch, wheeltip pushed their opponents to the brink and proved themselves as worthy challengers in every game.

Rounding out the podium in third place was Brick by Brick, who secured $30. With a roster of VollerPlays, ScytheAkk, and GUIDANCE, the team relied on strong objective play and solid communication to earn their spot. The standout player for Brick by Brick was VollerPlays, who consistently led the team in securing objectives and kill-death ratio, keeping them competitive across all their matches.

High Ping Hero: European in First

A highlight of the tournament was the performance of Ascendl1ng [nV], a European player competing in an NA tournament. Despite the challenges of high ping, Ascendl1ng emerged as one of the most consistent and impactful players in the event, earning the title of “High Ping Hero.”

Ascendl1ng [nV]’s Standout Stats:

• 227 total kills across 7 games, averaging 32.43 kills per game
• 1,181 average objectives per game, with a single-game peak of 1,890 objectives
• Over 23,600 total damage dealt, including a single-game high of 5,019 damage
• Maintained a 1.11 KDR with 227 kills and 204 deaths

Ascendl1ng’s ability to adapt to high-ping conditions and deliver clutch plays was instrumental in 200m BEAM’s championship run. His precision, objective control, and resilience under pressure solidified his reputation as one of the tournament’s standout performers.

The Rivalry: 200m BEAM Vs. wheeltip

The heart of the tournament revolved around the budding rivalry between 200m BEAM and wheeltip, two teams that clashed in both the semifinals and the finals. Their matchups showcased some of the community’s best, with both teams refusing to back down.

Semifinals:

In the semifinals, 200m BEAM asserted their dominance with a narrow victory over wheeltip. -FTZ- [Fame] led the charge with an awe-inspiring performance, posting:

• 104 kills
• 2,780 objectives
• 10,394 damage dealt

His teammates YoungLegend13 [aim] and Ascendl1ng [nV] provided strong support respectively, ensuring their team’s place in the finals. Despite the losses, wheeltip showed determination and fought their way back through the lower bracket.

Finals:

The finals set the stage for an epic rematch as 200m BEAM and wheeltip faced off once again, this time in a grueling best-of-five series. Having already fended off wheeltip in the semifinals, 200m BEAM demonstrated their adaptability and resilience to do it again when it mattered most.

Despite wheeltip’s remarkable effort and adjustments, 200m BEAM’s synergy and consistency proved insurmountable. Leading the charge, -FTZ- [Fame] once again delivered an unmatched performance with 92 kills, 2,700 objectives, and over 10,050 damage in the finals. Meanwhile, YoungLegend13 provided steady firepower, racking up 79 kills and contributing over 7,500 damage dealt to secure crucial plays.

Although wheeltip attempted to shift the momentum in their favor, 200m BEAM’s precise rotations and clutch moments allowed them to maintain control. Successfully defending their dominance twice against wheeltip, 200m BEAM solidified their first place spot and further proved why they were the team to beat in this tournament.

Cheating Controversy

The NACK $300 3v3 Tournament took a dramatic turn when Celestial, also known as Xanax, received a two-month ban mid-event. The ban followed a PC inspection that uncovered old cheat files. While the NACK administration clarified they found no evidence of the cheats being used during the tournament, the situation was complicated by Xanax’s claim that the files were downloaded to share with an admin for review. However, discrepancies in the file strings contradicted this explanation, leading to the decision to issue the ban. The incident has reignited some conversations about anti-cheat measures and the challenges of enforcing fair play in competitive Krunker.

Top Performances/Notable Stats

Best Performing Team: Brick by Brick topped the team leaderboard with a collective score of 127,545, achieving 820 kills, 23,630 objective points, and 94,039 damage—a well-rounded and dominant performance.
Top Objective Contributor: -FTZ- [Fame] from the team 200m BEAM led the objective game with 2,010 points, highlighting strategic gameplay.
Highest Damage Dealer: celestial from the team colorful aura inflicted a staggering 7,678 damage.
Top Scorer: artificial from the team colorful aura dominated with an impressive score of 10,805 against Meowed Fraggers in Round 2.
Most Kills (Single Game): artificial again leads the way with an outstanding 82 kills, showcasing exceptional offensive performance.
Highest KDR: cmdrate1 [WHFN] with 1.54 across all games.