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Esports World Cup to Feature Record-Breaking Prize Pool of More Than $60 Million

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Tuesday, April 16, 2024

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, April 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Esports World Cup Foundation ("EWCF") has announced an unprecedented total prize pool of more than $60 million for the inaugural Esports World Cup ("EWC") this summer in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This life-changing sum is the largest prize pool ever awarded at an esports tournament, shattering the previous record of $45 million set by Gamers8: The Land of Heroes in 2023.

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RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, April 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Esports World Cup Foundation ("EWCF") has announced an unprecedented total prize pool of more than $60 million for the inaugural Esports World Cup ("EWC") this summer in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
The Esports World Cup's historic prize pool matches its grand scale — the event will feature the world's top Clubs and esports athletes in 20 competitions, with more to be announced, throughout its eight-week schedule.
"Setting the record for largest esports prize pool is a remarkable achievement, but what I'm most proud of is the positive message this sends to the wider esports and gaming community," said Ralf Reichert, CEO, Esports World Cup Foundation.
To learn more about the Esports World Cup, visit www.esportsworldcup.com , and follow upcoming Esports World Cup game announcements on X (formerly Twitter).

Gamers8: Games industry giants gather in Riyadh to shape the future of the sector at the Next World Forum

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Thursday, August 17, 2023

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Organized by the Saudi Esports Federation , The Next World Forum caps off the latest hugely successful Gamers8: The Land of Heroes, which culminates on August 31st and is the biggest esports and entertainment event in the world.

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Organized by the Saudi Esports Federation , The Next World Forum caps off the latest hugely successful Gamers8: The Land of Heroes, which culminates on August 31st and is the biggest esports and entertainment event in the world.
The forum is designed to shape the sector's future through knowledge exchange, discourse, and debate and aims to highlight the sector's potential to generate revenue and create jobs, both for businesses and for governments.
His Royal Highness added: "The Next World Forum is the perfect opportunity to determine the course of action required to stay ahead of the curve in this rapidly evolving industry.
By bringing together delegates with a range of ideas, experiences, and perspectives, we can both contemplate the present and collaborate on the future."

Gamers8: Games industry giants gather in Riyadh to shape the future of the sector at the Next World Forum

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Thursday, August 17, 2023

Organized by the Saudi Esports Federation , The Next World Forum caps off the latest hugely successful Gamers8: The Land of Heroes, which culminates on August 31st and is the biggest esports and entertainment event in the world.

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Organized by the Saudi Esports Federation , The Next World Forum caps off the latest hugely successful Gamers8: The Land of Heroes, which culminates on August 31st and is the biggest esports and entertainment event in the world.
The forum is designed to shape the sector's future through knowledge exchange, discourse, and debate and aims to highlight the sector's potential to generate revenue and create jobs, both for businesses and for governments.
His Royal Highness added: "The Next World Forum is the perfect opportunity to determine the course of action required to stay ahead of the curve in this rapidly evolving industry.
By bringing together delegates with a range of ideas, experiences, and perspectives, we can both contemplate the present and collaborate on the future."

Champions crowned as Riyadh Masters 2023 wraps up Dota 2 action at Gamers8

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Monday, July 31, 2023

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, July 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Dota 2 Riyadh Masters 2023 competition wrapped up yesterday after 12 days of thrilling matches featuring 20 elite teams vying for victory and taking home a share of the $15,000,000 prize pool. As one of the premier tournaments in the Dota 2 calendar, Riyadh Masters 2023 ran the globe's greatest teams through a round-robin group stage and then double-elimination playoffs in the popular multiplayer online battle arena (MOBA).

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Among the teams competing for the top prize was Dota 2 powerhouse Team OG, the first team in Dota 2 history to win four Dota Major Championships.
Team Tundra Esports, reigning champions of Dota's iconic "The International" tournament, also headed into the 2023 Masters amongst the favorites.
As champions, Team Spirit left Gamers8 and Boulevard Riyadh City $5,000,000 richer, the runners-up collecting $2,500,000 from the overall prize pool.
Although the Riyadh Masters may have finished, there's plenty more action on offer as part of Gamers8: The Land of Heroes in its 2023 edition.

Champions crowned as Riyadh Masters 2023 wraps up Dota 2 action at Gamers8

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Monday, July 31, 2023

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, July 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Dota 2 Riyadh Masters 2023 competition wrapped up yesterday after 12 days of thrilling matches featuring 20 elite teams vying for victory and taking home a share of the $15,000,000 prize pool. As one of the premier tournaments in the Dota 2 calendar, Riyadh Masters 2023 ran the globe's greatest teams through a round-robin group stage and then double-elimination playoffs in the popular multiplayer online battle arena (MOBA).

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Among the teams competing for the top prize was Dota 2 powerhouse Team OG, the first team in Dota 2 history to win four Dota Major Championships.
Team Tundra Esports, reigning champions of Dota's iconic "The International" tournament, also headed into the 2023 Masters amongst the favorites.
As champions, Team Spirit left Gamers8 and Boulevard Riyadh City $5,000,000 richer, the runners-up collecting $2,500,000 from the overall prize pool.
Although the Riyadh Masters may have finished, there's plenty more action on offer as part of Gamers8: The Land of Heroes in its 2023 edition.

Gamers8 is on top of the world as the premier hub for gaming and esports

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Tuesday, June 27, 2023

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, June 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Saudi Esports Federation (SEF), the body responsible for organizing Gamers8, the world's largest esports and gaming festival, today reveals the Gamers8 lineup of esports tournaments, musical headliners, and a glimpse at the wide range of activities set to entertain millions of fans during the 8-week long extravaganza running July through September.

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The 2022 edition featured Rocket League, Fortnite, Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Siege, PUBG Mobile and the Dota 2 Riyadh Masters.
Joining the esports elite at Gamers8: The Land of Heroes will be an all-star lineup of international music stars.
"As elite esports athletes and their fans return to Riyadh for Gamers8: The Land of Heroes, they do so knowing that a whole new world of possibilities awaits them.
Gamers8: The Land of Heroes will conclude with the Next World Forum, an esports and gaming forum that will bring together sector leaders and experts from around the world to host discussions that will shape the future of the booming industry.

Gamers8 is on top of the world as the premier hub for gaming and esports

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Tuesday, June 27, 2023

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, June 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Saudi Esports Federation (SEF), the body responsible for organizing Gamers8, the world's largest esports and gaming festival, today reveals the Gamers8 lineup of esports tournaments, musical headliners, and a glimpse at the wide range of activities set to entertain millions of fans during the 8-week long extravaganza running July through September.

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The 2022 edition featured Rocket League, Fortnite, Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Siege, PUBG Mobile and the Dota 2 Riyadh Masters.
Joining the esports elite at Gamers8: The Land of Heroes will be an all-star lineup of international music stars.
"As elite esports athletes and their fans return to Riyadh for Gamers8: The Land of Heroes, they do so knowing that a whole new world of possibilities awaits them.
Gamers8: The Land of Heroes will conclude with the Next World Forum, an esports and gaming forum that will bring together sector leaders and experts from around the world to host discussions that will shape the future of the booming industry.

Saudi Esports Federation reveals the launch of Gamers8 Club Awards to revolutionize the world of esports

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Monday, June 12, 2023

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Gamers8 Club Awards is a new rewards format to break down limitations, incentivize investment, and pave the way for unprecedented collaboration across the esports ecosystem

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Gamers8 Club Awards is a new rewards format to break down limitations, incentivize investment, and pave the way for unprecedented collaboration across the esports ecosystem
RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, June 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Gamers8, the world's biggest gaming and esports festival, today announced that this year's edition will see the launch of the Gamers8 Club Awards.
As part of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's ongoing mission to invest in the wider esports sector, the Gamers8 Club Awards will boost the Kingdom's effort to expand the realm of opportunities within esports for all.
To be eligible for Gamers8 Club Awards, organizations competing at this year's Gamers8 must participate in at least two competitions.
Gamers8 returns on July 6, 2023 under the theme 'Gamers8: The Land of Heroes' with a prize pool of over $45 million.

Saudi Esports Federation reveals the launch of Gamers8 Club Awards to revolutionize the world of esports

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Monday, June 12, 2023

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Gamers8 Club Awards is a new rewards format to break down limitations, incentivize investment, and pave the way for unprecedented collaboration across the esports ecosystem

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Gamers8 Club Awards is a new rewards format to break down limitations, incentivize investment, and pave the way for unprecedented collaboration across the esports ecosystem
RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, June 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Gamers8, the world's biggest gaming and esports festival, today announced that this year's edition will see the launch of the Gamers8 Club Awards.
As part of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's ongoing mission to invest in the wider esports sector, the Gamers8 Club Awards will boost the Kingdom's effort to expand the realm of opportunities within esports for all.
To be eligible for Gamers8 Club Awards, organizations competing at this year's Gamers8 must participate in at least two competitions.
Gamers8 returns on July 6, 2023 under the theme 'Gamers8: The Land of Heroes' with a prize pool of over $45 million.