Esports World Cup 2025 brings 24 global games, $70 million prize pool, and daily online action
How to stream the Esports World Cup 2025: Full schedule and game list
From Valorant to Chess: Every game featured at the Esports World Cup 2025
The Esports World Cup 2025 is currently underway in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, and is already shaping up to be a defining moment for competitive gaming. With 24 games, a $70 million prize pool, and a global digital audience, it’s the largest and most ambitious esports event ever staged.
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Global streaming and daily matches
The tournament, which began on July 8 and runs until August 24, is being broadcast online through YouTube, Twitch, and official publisher channels. Fans can tune in from anywhere in the world, with each week dedicated to different titles. Indian viewers can catch most of the action in the evening and late night, based on the time zone difference with Riyadh (UTC+3).
Game publishers like Riot Games are streaming their titles such as League of Legends, Valorant, and Teamfight Tactics on their official channels. Similarly, PUBG Mobile, Free Fire, and other games are being covered through their respective esports networks.
This year’s World Cup features an unprecedented 24 esports titles across multiple platforms – PC, mobile, and console. The game list includes international heavyweights like Dota 2, League of Legends, Counter-Strike 2, and Valorant, alongside competitive staples like Overwatch 2, Call of Duty: Black Ops 6, and Warzone.
Mobile esports are a key focus, with PUBG Mobile, Free Fire, Honor of Kings, and Mobile Legends: Bang Bang drawing massive online engagement. Fighting games such as Tekken 8, Street Fighter 6, and Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves are also included. Meanwhile, sports and simulation titles like EA SPORTS FC 25 and Rennsport round out the roster.
One of the most notable additions this year is chess, included for the first time as a competitive esports title. With a $1.5 million prize pool and high-profile players like Magnus Carlsen and Hikaru Nakamura expected to compete, it represents a crossover between traditional mind sports and modern esports.
Early champions and upcoming finals
Some events have already crowned champions. Team Heretics from Spain took home the Valorant title in the tournament’s first week. Gen.G, one of South Korea’s top esports organizations, won the League of Legends tournament held from July 16 to 20.
However, much of the action is still to come. Major finals for games like PUBG Mobile, Rocket League, Tekken 8, Street Fighter 6, Chess, and Counter-Strike 2 are scheduled through August, keeping fans engaged with new matches every week.
More than just a series of standalone tournaments, the Esports World Cup is experimenting with a unified championship format. Through the Club Championship, esports organizations earn points based on their performance across multiple titles. At the end of the event, the most consistent club across all games will be crowned the overall champion and awarded additional prize money.
The format mirrors traditional sports events like the Olympics or Formula 1 Constructors’ Championship and is part of a broader push to bring long-term structure and season-style competitiveness to esports.
Where to follow and stay updated
The official Esports World Cup website provides live match schedules, standings, team rosters, and streaming links. Additional coverage, including in-depth brackets, live stats, and player profiles, can be found on platforms like Liquipedia, HLTV, and Escharts.
Daily highlights and match summaries are being posted across social media platforms and on YouTube, allowing fans to catch up quickly on key plays and tournament progress.
With its massive scale, cross-genre coverage, and global accessibility, the Esports World Cup 2025 is more than just a tournament, it’s a blueprint for the future of international esports. Organisers are using this event to showcase how gaming can be elevated to the same level as traditional sports entertainment, complete with multi-title leagues, team rivalries, and fan-driven digital experiences.
As the event heads into its final month, it continues to set new standards, not just for prize pools or production, but for what the global esports scene can become.
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