Esports World Cup 2025: $70M+ Prize Pool, 200 Clubs, 24 Games – The Biggest Tournament in Gaming History

The Esports World Cup 2025 (EWC) is ready to redefine the global esports scene. With a record-breaking $70 million+ prize pool, 200 elite Clubs, 2,000+ players, and 25 tournaments across 24 top-tier games, this tournament will be the largest celebration of esports in history. Hosted in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, from July 7 to August 24, EWC 2025 isn’t just a tournament — it’s a revolution for competitive gaming and esports fandom.

$70 Million+ Prize Pool: Biggest in Esports History 

The EWC 2025 boasts the largest prize pool ever seen in esports, with:

• $27 million dedicated to the EWC Club Championship
• $38 million+ allocated across individual Game Championships
• $450,000 reserved for MVP Awards

At the heart of this prize pool is the innovative Club Championship, where the top 16 Clubs will be rewarded based on their cumulative performance across multiple titles. The 2025 Club Champion alone will take home a staggering $7 million.

Esports World Cup 2025 Global Participation: 200 Clubs, 2,000+ Players

Over 200 of the world’s top esports organizations and 2,000 players from 100+ countries will compete in this mega-event. With a format rewarding consistency across multiple games, EWC is the ultimate test of skill, strategy, and endurance.

 

 

Game Lineup: The Most Diverse Ever

The Esports World Cup 2025 features a stacked lineup across FPS, MOBAs, Battle Royales, Fighting Games, Racing, and even Chess. Iconic titles like Dota 2, Valorant, League of Legends, Counter-Strike 2, Call of Duty, and EA SPORTS FC 25 will headline the action.

New additions for 2025 include:
 

• VALORANT
• FATAL FURY: City of the Wolves
• CROSSFIRE
• CHESS

EWC 2025 Weekly Schedule: 7 Weeks of Non-Stop Esports

 

 

The tournament spans 7 epic weeks, with finals scheduled across Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays to maximize viewership.

Opening Week (July 8–13) highlights:

• VALORANT
• Dota 2
• Apex Legends
• Rennsport
• Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves

Week 1 (July 8–13): The Opening Clash

• VALORANT (July 8–13)
• Apex Legends (July 10–13)
• FATAL FURY: City of the Wolves (July 10–12)
• Rennsport (July 8–11)
• Dota 2 – Week 1 (July 8–13)

Week 2 (July 15–20): The MOBA Storm Begins

• League of Legends (July 16–20)
• Free Fire (July 16–20)
• Dota 2 – Week 2 (July 17–19)
• Mobile Legends: Bang Bang Women’s Invitational (July 15–19)
• Honor of Kings – Week 1 (July 15–20)

Week 3 (July 22–27): The Shooter Frenzy

• Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 (July 24–27)
• PUBG MOBILE – Week 1 (July 25–27)
• Honor of Kings – Week 2 (July 23–26)
• StarCraft II (July 22–25)
• Mobile Legends: Mid Season Cup – Week 1 (July 23–27)

Week 4 (July 29–August 3): The Strategy & Mind Games

• Overwatch Midseason Championship (July 31–Aug 3)
• PUBG MOBILE – Week 2 (July 29–30 / Aug 1–3)
• Mobile Legends: Mid Season Cup – Week 2 (July 30–Aug 2)
• Chess (July 29–Aug 1)

Week 5 (August 7–10): Tactical Legends Unite

• EA SPORTS FC 25 (August 7–10)
• Call of Duty: Warzone (August 6–9)
• Rainbow Six Siege X (August 7–9)

Week 6 (August 11–17): The OGs and Icons Return

• Rocket League (August 14–17)
• PUBG: Battlegrounds (PC) (August 12–16)
• TEKKEN 8 (August 13–16)
• Teamfight Tactics (August 14–15)

Week 7 (August 19–24): The Grand Finale

• Counter-Strike 2 (August 21–24)
• Street Fighter 6 (August 20–23)
• CROSSFIRE (August 19–23)

Final Week (August 19–24) ends with a bang:

• Counter-Strike 2
• Street Fighter 6
• CROSSFIRE

A total of four world-class arenas will host these matches, each dedicated to delivering the best possible fan and player experience.

Club Championship Format

To win the EWC Club Championship:

• A club must win at least one tournament
• Secure top-eight placements in at least two titles
• Compete under one unified name (joint ventures not eligible)
• This format rewards true multi-game dominance and ensures only the best of the best are crowned champions.

Saudi Arabia’s Vision: A Global Esports Powerhouse

The Saudi government continues to make bold strides toward becoming a global hub for gaming and esports. Through the Esports World Cup Foundation, this event not only showcases competitive excellence but also aligns with Saudi Arabia’s long-term vision of building a sustainable esports ecosystem and driving economic diversification.

Where to Watch and Buy Tickets

Fans can buy tickets and view the full schedule here

Why EWC 2025 is a Must-Watch

This isn’t just another esports event. It’s history in the making:

• Biggest prize pool
• Most games in one tournament
• Strongest global participation
• Full government backing
• A festival of fans, creators, and competitive legends

Whether you're a die-hard esports fan or a newcomer, EWC 2025 is unmissable.