EWC Announces Esports Nations Cup — an “Olympics” for Esports with $70M Prize Pool

The organizers of the Esports World Cup (EWC) have unveiled a brand-new tournament — the Esports Nations Cup, which will serve as an “Olympics” for competitive gaming. National teams will face off across multiple disciplines, representing not just personal skill but also national pride.

The championship will feature a record-breaking $70 million prize pool, the largest in the history of esports. This unprecedented figure sets a new standard for the industry and positions the event as one of the most ambitious in esports history.

The first Esports Nations Cup will take place in November 2026 in Saudi Arabia, with competitions across titles from major publishers including Electronic Arts, Krafton, Tencent, and Ubisoft. The tournament is planned to be held every two years, creating a new tradition of international rivalry.

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With its scale and vision, the Esports Nations Cup has the potential to reshape competitive gaming, spark legendary matchups between nations, and elevate esports into a truly global sporting phenomenon.