Honor of Kings Set for 2025 Esports World Cup with $3M Prize Pool

The Esports World Cup 2025 is set to be a defining moment for mobile esports, with an impressive lineup including PUBG Mobile, Free Fire, and Mobile Legends: Bang Bang, all converging in Riyadh this summer. The event promises not only top-tier talent but also substantial prize pools. Now, adding to the excitement, Honor of Kings is making a grand return to the EWC with a significant $3 million prize pool and an expanded tournament format.

Under a new three-year partnership with EWC, the Honor of Kings World Cup is set to feature 18 teams from around the world, including top contenders from the King Pro League and Asian Champions League. The competition will commence on July 15th and run until July 26th. The tournament kicks off with a Group Stage, where 16 teams will be divided into four double-elimination brackets. The top team from each group will advance directly to the Playoffs, while second-place teams will compete in a Last Chance bracket for the remaining two spots.

Matches during the Group Stage and Last Chance bracket will be conducted in best-of-three and best-of-five formats, escalating to the Playoffs where the champions of the KPL and ACL are ready to defend their titles. The grand finale, scheduled for August 16th, will be a thrilling best-of-seven series, with an additional third-place match also planned.

For those looking to assemble a top-notch team for similar competitions, check out our *Honor of Kings tier list*, where we rank every character based on their potential and effectiveness in the game.

Qualifiers for this year's event are already in full swing, with regional leagues from Southeast Asia, Latin America, and the Middle East sending their best to Riyadh. Teams from Indonesia, the Philippines, Malaysia, and other regions have been securing their spots throughout May and June.

If you're eager to test your skills, download Honor of Kings now by clicking on your preferred link below. The game is free-to-play with in-app purchases available. For more information, visit the official website.