Aurora Defeat Shopify Rebellion , Heroic Crush Tidebound in FISSURE Universe: Episode 5 Playoffs

The playoffs of the FISSURE Universe: Episode 5 began on July 3 with elimination matches in the lower bracket. In tense series, Aurora Gaming defeated Shopify Rebellion , while Heroic easily handled Tidebound. Shopify concluded their tournament run, while Heroic and Aurora will battle for a spot in the grand final through the lower bracket.

Aurora Gaming achieved a comeback victory over Shopify Rebellion . The team lost the first map but then confidently took the next two. The MVP of the series was Aurora's midlaner Gleb “kiyotaka” Zyryanov, a key figure in the victorious comeback.

Heroic displayed a dominant performance in their series against Tidebound. Both maps were under the control of the European roster. The best player statistically was the team's carry Yuma “Yuma” Langlet, who made a decisive contribution to the final score of 2:0.

Match Schedule
The playoffs of FISSURE Universe: Episode 5 will continue on July 3 with decisive series. In the upper bracket final, PARIVISION and Team Liquid will face off—the winner will advance directly to the grand final. Later in the evening, Aurora Gaming and Heroic will compete in the lower bracket semifinals: the loser will exit the tournament, while the winner will have a chance to fight for the championship.

PARIVISION vs Team Liquid
Aurora Gaming vs Heroic

FISSURE Universe: Episode 5 takes place from July 1 to 4, 2025, in an online format. The total prize pool of the tournament is $250,000. You can follow the match schedule and results via the link.