Esports World Cup 2025 Riyadh, Saudi - Venue, Schedule, Games list, Prize Pool

The evolution in the sports industry has reached a new stage. Introduction of the Esports World Cup (electronic sports), features competitive video game tournaments and leagues among professional players, followed by a massive global fan base. The Esports World Cup (EWC) was established in 2024 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

After successfully hosting the event last year, it has returned with even more. With addition of new sports, increased funding, expanded clubs and events, and an impressive boost in prize money.

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia has become the central capital for Esports gaming in the world. The Esports World Cup (EWC) 2025 is ready to blast with 2,000 pro-level players and include 200 clubs from around 100 countries. Featuring 25 tournaments across 24 different games with record-breaking champion’s rewards.

Esports World Cup 2025 Schedule

🎮Starting Date: July 8, 2025

🏆Ending Date: August 24, 2025

📍 Battle Arena: Boulevard Riyadh City, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Game Categories at Esports World Cup 2025

1- Shooters

• Apex Legends – 40 top teams
• Crossfire – 16 teams
• Free Fire – 18 teams
• Valorant – 16 teams
• Call of Duty–Black Ops 6 – 16 teams
• Call of Duty– Warzone – 21 qualified teams
• Counter Strike 2 (CS2) – 16 top teams
• PUBG – 24 qualified teams
• PUBG Mobile – 24 teams
• Overwatch Champion Series –16 teams
• Rainbow 6 Siege X – 16 teams

🏆💰Winning jackpot is $1,000,000 – $3,000,000+

2- MOBAs (Multiplayer Online Battle Arenas)

• Dota 2 – 16 teams
• Honor of Kings (HoK) – 18 teams
• League of Legends – 12 teams
• Mobile Legends Bang Bang (MLBB) – 23 teams
• MLBB Women’s Invitational – 16 invited teams

🏆💰Winning jackpot is $500,000 – $3,000,000

3- Sports & Racing 

• EA FC 25 – 32 teams
• Rennsport – 9 teams
• Rocket League – 16 teams

🏆💰Winning jackpot is $500,000 – $1,500,000

4- Fighting Games

• Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves – 16 players
• Tekken 8 – 32 players
• Street Fighter 6 – 48 fighters

🏆💰Winning jackpot is $1,000,000

5- Real-Time/Strategy Board

• Chess – 16 top players 
• StarCraft II – 18 players 
• TeamFight Tactics (TFT) –16 teams

🏆💰Winning jackpot is $500,000 – $1,500,000

Not Just Tournaments: Explore Events & Entertainment

Beyond the EWC 2025 leagues, it also hosts numerous entertainment activities. “Race with relaxing activties…!” Includes gaming zones, live performances (Music, DJ and shows), food and shopping stalls (international cuisine and brands) and many more are additional kudos.

Hot scoop for the fans..!

• Football icon Cristiano Ronaldo has been announced as the brand ambassador for the Esports World Cup 2025.

He says:

“ I’m proud to join the Esports World Cup as Global Ambassador. Standing with Esports athletes who rise above and inspire the next generation.”

Esports World Cup 2025 is now creating its unique place in the world sports community. Implementing this vision, the EWC association is planning this event to be big and wide-ranging. Compared to last year, this time it comes with additional events and a larger budget. Now, gaming and sports enthusiasts can check out the all access weekly and daily event packages we are offering, including flight deals and accommodation in Riyadh.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Which game is played in Esports?

The Esports World Cup 2025 features multiple genres, including shooters, MOBAs, fighting games, strategy, racing, and more.

How to qualify for the Esports world cup?

To qualify for the Esports World Cup, players and teams should participate in the official qualification process. EWC 2025 conducts over 200 global tournaments, regional leagues, and open online qualifiers. After that, EWC 2025 gives opportunities to all qualified players in the main event in Riyadh.

What is the prize pool for the EWC PUBG 2025?

The prize pool for the PUBG Mobile tournament at the Esports World Cup (EWC) 2025 is $3,000,000 USD.

Is PUBG in the Esports World Cup?

Yes, PUBG Mobile is included in the Esports World Cup (EWC) 2025.

Can a 12-year old join Esports?

No, many Esports games are rated for teens (13+).