The first Esports World Cup is an annual international esports tournament held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This is the first edition of the tournament ever held in the world, consisting of 21 games with a total prize pool of US$62.5 million, including individuals and teams.
- The first of the Esports World Cup Tournament is being held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
- The Tournament is from July 3 to August 25, 2024.
- This total consists of 21 Games and a US$62.5 million prize pool.
The esports industry has seen significant growth since the 2020 lockdown, fostering a competitive environment among players aiming for higher levels in their respective games. The Esports World Cup (EWC) represents the first global tournament, featuring 21 different games, including popular titles like Counter-Strike 2, Call of Duty Warzone, League of Legends, PUBG, and Fortnite, which you can watch live on the EWC Site.
Prize Pool
The Total Prize pool consists of US$62.5 million, categorized as follows:
| Club Championship | $20,000,000 |
| Game Championships | $33,800,000 |
| Qualifiers | $7,600,000 |
| MVP Awards | $1,100,000 |
The prize pool for each game in the tournament varies based on the specific competition. The allocation of the prize money depends on the game’s popularity, complexity, and the number of participants. For instance, games with larger player bases and greater audience appeal might receive a larger share of the prize pool. Each game’s format, whether individual or team-based, also influences the prize money distribution. The distribution and the winner of the tournament are given below:
Winners will be updated as the tournament progresses, so be sure to bookmark this page to stay informed and not miss any updates.
| Teams | Prize Pool | Winner | |
| Apex Legends | $2,000,000 | Alliance | |
| Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III | $1,800,000 | Atlanta FaZe | |
| Call of Duty: Warzone | $1,000,000 | Team Falcons | |
| Counter-Strike 2 | $1,000,000 | Natus Vincere | |
| Dota 2 | $5,000,000 | Gaimin Gladiators | |
| EA Sports FC 24 | $1,000,000 | jafonso (Luna Galaxy) | |
| Fortnite | $1,000,000 | XSET | |
| Garena Free Fire | $1,000,000 | Team Falcons | |
| Honor of Kings | $3,000,000 | KPL Dream Team | |
|
Mobile Legends:
Bang Bang |
Men’s | $3,000,000 | Selangor Red Giants |
| Women’s | $500,000 | Omega Empress | |
| League of Legends | $1,000,000 | T1 | |
| Overwatch 2 | $1,000,000 | Crazy Raccoon | |
| PUBG: Battlegrounds | $2,000,000 | Soniqs | |
| PUBG Mobile | $3,000,000 | Alpha7 Esports | |
| Rainbow Six Siege | $2,000,000 | Team BDS | |
| Rennsport | $500,000 | Team Redline | |
| Rocket League | $500,000 | Team BDS | |
| StarCraft II | $1,000,000 | Clem (Team Liquid) | |
| Street Fighter 6 | $1,000,000 | Xiao Hai (KuaiShow Gaming) | |
| Teamfight Tactics | $500,000 | Wolves Esports | |
| Tekken 8 | $1,000,000 | ULSAN (Kwangdong Freecs) | |
Schedule
The Esports World Cup 2024 is happening now! It started on Friday, June 28th, 2024 and the action continues through Saturday, August 25th, 2024. That’s eight weeks of intense competition, so mark your calendars for some epic esports battles. The time and date will be in GMT+3.
| Teams | Start | End | |
| Apex Legends | Aug 01-2024 | Aug 04-2024 | |
| Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III | Aug 15-2024 | Aug 18-2024 | |
| Call of Duty: Warzone | July 03-2024 | July 06-2024 | |
| Counter-Strike 2 | July 17-2024 | July 21-2024 | |
| Dota 2 | July 04-2024 | July 21-2024 | |
| EA Sports FC 24 | Aug 15-2024 | Aug 18-2024 | |
| Fortnite | Aug 08-2024 | Aug 11-2024 | |
| Garena Free Fire | July 10-2024 | July 14-2024 | |
| Honor of Kings | Aug 01-2024 | Aug 04-2024 | |
|
Mobile Legends:
Bang Bang |
Men’s | July 03-2024 | July 14-2024 |
| Women’s | July 24-2024 | July 27-2024 | |
| League of Legends | July 04-2024 | July 07-2024 | |
| Overwatch 2 | July 24-2024 | July 28-2024 | |
| PUBG: Battlegrounds | Aug 21-2024 | Aug 25-2024 | |
| PUBG Mobile | July 19-2024 | July 28-2024 | |
| Rainbow Six Siege | July 31-2024 | Aug 04-2024 | |
| Rennsport | Aug 22-2024 | Aug 25-2024 | |
| Rocket League | Aug 22-2024 | Aug 25-2024 | |
| StarCraft II | Aug 14-2024 | Aug 18-2024 | |
| Street Fighter 6 | Aug 08-2024 | Aug 11-2024 | |
| Teamfight Tactics | Aug 08-2024 | Aug 11-2024 | |
| Tekken 8 | Aug 22-2024 | Aug 25-2024 | |
Game Format
Each game in the tournament features a designated number of teams or individuals competing, depending on the format of the game. For instance, Tekken features individual players, while Dota 2 involves teams. This approach ensures that each game is played in its optimal competitive structure, maximizing the excitement and fairness of the competition.
| Teams | Formate | Total | |
| Apex Legends | Team | 32 | |
| Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III | Team | 16 | |
| Call of Duty: Warzone | Team | 21 | |
| Counter-Strike 2 | Team | 15 | |
| Dota 2 | Team | 10 | |
| EA Sports FC 24 | Individuals | 12 | |
| Fortnite | Team | 16 | |
| Garena Free Fire | Team | 18 | |
| Honor of Kings | Team | 12 | |
|
Mobile Legends:
Bang Bang |
Men’s | Team | 23 |
| Women’s | Team | 12 | |
| League of Legends | Team | 8 | |
| Overwatch 2 | Team | 16 | |
| PUBG: Battlegrounds | Team | 24 | |
| PUBG Mobile | Team | 28 | |
| Rainbow Six Siege | Team | 16 | |
| Rennsport | Team | 12 | |
| Rocket League | Team | 16 | |
| StarCraft II | Individuals | 18 | |
| Street Fighter 6 | Individuals | 32 | |
| Teamfight Tactics | Team | 16 | |
| Tekken 8 | Individuals | 32 | |
Tournament Trophy
Like any Tournament, EWC also has a Trophy for each game-winner with a Unique concept. The Esports World Cup 2024 throws out the rulebook on trophies. Instead, they’ve unveiled a dramatic “key” system. Each team gets a unique key, representing their entry into the competition.
Victories are celebrated with trophies that the team’s key fits into, while the remaining frame becomes a badge of honor displayed on a giant totem in Riyadh. But defeat comes with a twist: losing teams see their keys crushed and embedded in the same totem, a permanent testament to their effort and sacrifice. This isn’t just about winning the trophy; it’s about leaving your mark, win or lose, on the physical record of the tournament’s history.
Adding another layer of symbolism, the overall Club Champion can choose three keys from fallen opponents to decorate their trophy, a personal memento of their dominant run through the competition.
Conclusion
The inaugural Esports World Cup 2024 marks a historic milestone in the world of competitive gaming, underscoring the growing significance and global reach of esports. With an impressive prize pool exceeding $60 million and featuring 21 different games, the tournament has attracted numerous teams and individual players from across the globe. This unprecedented event not only highlights the immense talent and dedication within the esports community but also sets a new standard for future competitions. As the world watches these elite players compete, the Esports World Cup 2024 stands as a testament to the evolution and potential of esports as a major sporting phenomenon.
The success of this event is a clear indication of the vast potential within the esports industry. The substantial prize pool demonstrates the significant investment and interest in this growing field, while the diverse range of games ensures that a wide variety of skills and strategies are showcased. As we look to the future, the Esports World Cup 2024 will undoubtedly inspire further growth and innovation in the world of competitive gaming, paving the way for even more spectacular events and milestones.
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