The Esports World Cup 2024 is a significant event in the gaming world, taking place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, from July 3 to August 25, 2024. This inaugural tournament replaces the previous Gamers8 festival and features competitions across 22 different games, with a combined prize pool exceeding $60 million.

The event includes major titles such as League of Legends, Dota 2, Counter-Strike 2, and Fortnite. Each game has its own tournament, attracting top teams globally to compete for substantial prize money and the prestigious Esports World Cup title.

Tournament Structure

The tournaments are structured based on the game. For instance, the League of Legends tournament features a single elimination bracket with eight invited teams. The quarterfinals and semifinals are best-of-three matches, while the grand final is a best-of-five series.

Schedule and Streaming

The event spans several weeks with daily matches starting between 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. local time (4 a.m. to 11 a.m. ET). Fans can watch live streams of the matches on platforms like Twitch and YouTube. Detailed schedules and results are available on the official Esports World Cup website and major esports news outlets.

Prize Pool and Club Points

The tournament offers significant prize money and EWC Club Points. These points contribute to a separate $20 million prize pool for the Club Championship. Teams' performances across all games are tallied to determine the overall winner.