The Esports World Cup (EWC) is returning for its next major season in 2025, and fans are eager to learn which games will headline the tournaments. The 2025 edition promises a diverse and exciting mix of console games, mobile titles, battle royales, and more.
Here’s a comprehensive look at all the titles confirmed so far for the 2025 Esports World Cup season.
What is the 2025 Esports World Cup?
The Esports World Cup is one of the most prestigious global competitive gaming events, featuring top-tier esports titles across every major genre. It boasts the largest prize pool in the esports industry and combines competitive tournaments with live entertainment and fan engagement activities.
Founded in 2024 by the Esports World Cup Foundation, the event previously ran as Gamers8 Festival in 2022 and 2023. Backed by Saudi Arabian investments, the event promises a significant number of titles and worldwide participation in 2025. Co-hosted by ESL FaceIt, the 2025 Esports World Cup will feature 25 titles in total, with the first seven already confirmed.
While the full prize pool and venue details have yet to be announced, the EWC will run from June to August 2025 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Confirmed Titles for the Esports World Cup 2025
The first slate of confirmed games offers a mix of battle royales, MOBAs, shooters, and fighting games. Here’s what players and fans can expect in the 2025 season:
- Call of Duty: Black Ops 6
The latest game in the Call of Duty franchise will headline the 2025 Esports World Cup. Released in 2024, Black Ops 6 will focus on its multiplayer PvP mode, excluding the story campaign. Fans can expect fast-paced shooter action and strategic team play. - Honor of Kings
This mobile MOBA from Tencent Games has become the most popular MOBA title worldwide. Featuring 5v5 competitive matches and a diverse set of heroes across Mage, Marksman, and Support classes, Honor of Kings will compete in the mobile gaming division of the EWC. - Call of Duty: Warzone
Another Call of Duty entry confirmed for the 2025 season, Warzone has proven itself as one of the most iconic battle royale shooters since its 2020 release. With modes like Battle Royale and Plunder, Warzone will feature various squad compositions, weapon customization, and strategic team-based objectives. - Free Fire
Another mobile battle royale, Free Fire by Garena International, has also secured its spot at the Esports World Cup. Featuring rapid 10-minute matches and multiple game modes such as Clash Squads and Fast and Lite squads, Free Fire offers players intense survival shooter action with vehicles, sniping, and varied weapons. - Street Fighter 6
The fighting game classic Street Fighter continues its esports dominance with Street Fighter 6. Released in 2023 by Capcom, this title offers two primary multiplayer modes—Fighting Ground and Battle Hub—with 26 distinct fighters, martial arts moves, and a combat system that rewards strategic mastery. This iconic franchise has been a cornerstone of the fighting game community for decades. - Dota 2
A classic MOBA with a rich history, Dota 2 returns to the Esports World Cup. Originally released in 2013 by Valve, Dota 2 remains a community favorite for its complex gameplay mechanics, numerous unique heroes, and intense 5v5 team strategy. Players will clash in team-based matches as they farm resources and aim to destroy the enemy team’s “Ancient” structure. - Rainbow Six Siege
This tactical first-person shooter will also make its way into the 2025 Esports World Cup lineup. Rainbow Six Siege is renowned for its strategic depth, environmental destruction mechanics, and teamwork focus. Players engage in diverse objectives, including hostage rescue, bomb planting, and tactical maneuvers. The game is available on PlayStation, Xbox, Windows, and Google Stadia.
Other Games Expected in the 2025 Esports World Cup
The EWC is expected to confirm more titles over the coming weeks, with the remaining 18 games yet to be announced. Based on trends and recent esports tournament activity, titles such as Apex Legends, Counter-Strike 2, and other notable competitive games could make appearances. Fans can anticipate a mix of console, PC, and mobile games in the complete 2025 event lineup.
- Apex Legends: The popular battle royale from Respawn Entertainment has maintained a loyal competitive scene since its release.
- Counter Strike 2 (CS2): As the next major installment in the Counter-Strike series, CS2 offers refined tactical shooters and strategic team play, a mainstay in esports tournaments worldwide.
With these titles and more expected to join the EWC roster, the 2025 event promises to be one of the most exciting seasons yet.
Conclusion
The Esports World Cup 2025 is shaping up to be a landmark event in the global esports calendar. With Call of Duty: Black Ops 6, Honor of Kings, Dota 2, Free Fire, Rainbow Six Siege, Street Fighter 6, and Call of Duty: Warzone already confirmed, the competition will feature diverse genres, platforms, and strategies.
Fans will eagerly await more title announcements as the EWC builds toward its June 2025 kickoff in Riyadh. As the event continues to confirm its full slate of games, expect an action-packed esports celebration for players and spectators alike.
Stay tuned for more updates as the 2025 Esports World Cup continues to unfold.
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