What is EWC? A Global Gaming Spectacle for "Esports" World Cup 2025:

The Esports World Cup (EWC) 2025 is the second edition of a massive annual international esports tournament series, organized by the Esports World Cup Foundation (EWCF) in partnership with the ESL FACEIT Group. It builds on the legacy of Gamers8, rebranded and expanded since 2023, to become the world’s largest multi-game esports event.

The EWC brings together over 2,000 elite players and 200 clubs from more than 100 countries, competing across 25 tournaments in 24 esports titles, with a record-breaking prize pool exceeding $70 million USD—the largest in esports history.

The event not only crowns individual game champions but also features a unique Club Championship, where organizations earn points across multiple games to determine the ultimate esports club, with $27 million distributed among the top 24 clubs, including $7 million for the winner.

The tournament showcases a diverse lineup of games, including Call of Duty: Black Ops 6, Valorant, League of Legends, Dota 2, Mobile Legends: Bang Bang, Chess (via a partnership with Chess.com), and Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves, among others. Each game has its own qualification process, ranging from regional leagues to direct invites, ensuring a mix of grassroots and professional talent. The EWC also hosts a vibrant festival in Boulevard City, featuring community tournaments, live music, cosplay, and gaming experiences, drawing millions of fans both online and in person.

Location and Dates

The Esports World Cup 2025 will take place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, from July 7 to August 24, 2025, across a seven-week schedule. The event is hosted at multiple venues in Boulevard City, including four dedicated esports arenas: the SEF Arena (Qiddiya Arena), 5V5 Arena (Amazon Arena), BR Arena (stc Arena), and the Riyadh Festival area for additional activities like Last Chance Qualifiers. The shorter seven-week format, compared to the eight weeks of 2024, aims to deliver a more condensed and action-packed experience.liquipedia.neten.wikipedia.orgesportsworldcup.com