Esports Glossary
Buy-In
The entry fee required to participate in a tournament, which typically contributes to the prize pool.
Related Terms
Free to Enter
A tournament with no entry fee — any eligible player or team can sign up and compete at no cost.
Prize Pool
The total amount of money or rewards available to be distributed among top-placing participants in a tournament.
Escrow
A secure holding arrangement where prize funds are held by a neutral party and released only when predefined conditions are met.
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