Full Schedule Revealed for Esports World Cup 2025: 7 Weeks of Epic Battles

The biggest esports spectacle of the year is almost here—the Esports World Cup (EWC) 2025 officially kicks off on July 8, promising seven thrilling weeks of non-stop action across four state-of-the-art arenas.

With over 20 premier titles in the lineup, this year’s tournament is bigger than ever, featuring an all-star mix of fan favorites and newly added games like VALORANT, FATAL FURY: City of the Wolves, Apex Legends, and Rennsport—all debuting during the explosive opening week.

Organized by the Esports World Cup Foundation and held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, EWC 2025 not only aims to elevate competitive gaming but also establish itself as the “World Cup of Esports.” With over $60 million in total prize pool—the largest in esports history—the stakes are higher than ever for teams across the globe. Finals will take place every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, promising intense weekend showdowns from start to finish.

Here’s a week-by-week breakdown of the EWC 2025 schedule:

🗓️ Week 1 (July 8–13):

• Rennsport: July 8–11
• VALORANT: July 10–13
• FATAL FURY: July 10–12
• Apex Legends: July 10–13
• Mobile Legends: Mid Season Cup Wildcard (Backstage): July 10–13
• Dota 2 (Backstage): July 8–13

🗓️ Week 2 (July 15–20):

• Mobile Legends: Women’s Invitational: July 15–19
• Dota 2: July 17–19
• Free Fire: July 17–20
• League of Legends: July 17–20
• Honor of Kings World Cup (Backstage): July 15–20

🗓️ Week 3 (July 22–27):

• StarCraft II: July 22–25
• Honor of Kings: July 24–26
• Call of Duty: Black Ops 6: July 24–27
• MLBB Mid Season Cup (Backstage): July 23–27

🗓️ Week 4 (July 29–August 3):

• Chess: July 29–August 1
• PUBG Mobile: August 1–3
• MLBB Mid Season Cup: July 31–August 2
• OWCS Mid-Season Championship: July 31–August 3

🗓️ Week 5 (August 7–10):

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

🗓️ Week 6 (August 11–17):

• Teamfight Tactics: August 11–15
• PUBG: Battlegrounds: August 14–16
• TEKKEN 8: August 14–16
• Rocket League: August 14–17

🗓️ Week 7 – Grand Finals (August 19–24):

• CROSSFIRE: August 19–23
• Street Fighter 6: August 21–23
• Counter-Strike 2: August 21–24

Aside from the massive prize pools and stacked rosters, the EWC also highlights diversity with women’s tournaments and unique titles like Chess and Teamfight Tactics, ensuring a showcase of strategy, reflex, and creativity across genres.

Fans can expect live coverage, highlights, and behind-the-scenes content throughout the event. With thousands of spectators expected to flock to Riyadh and millions more tuning in globally, the EWC 2025 is poised to redefine the esports stage.

Stay tuned to your favorite platforms or visit esportsworldcup.com for live streams and updates.