Esports World Cup 2025 in Riyadh; Saudi Arabia's Esports Investments Lead Global Growth
Key Takeaways
- Riyadh's Esports World Cup 2025 features 2000 players, 25 competitions, and a $70M prize pool.
- Fluxo defeated ODDIK 13-10 in Thunderpick World Championship 2025 South America Series 2.
- MIBR GC won 13-8 against 2Game Esports GC in VALORANT Champions Tour Brazil.
- Liquid eliminated early from Pro League qualifier after 0-3 BLAST.tv Austin Major exit.
- ESL Pro League Season 22 qualifiers feature HOTU, TNL, 9INE, PARIVISION, and ENCE.
Top Stories
Esports World Cup 2025 in Riyadh features 2000 players, $70M prize pool; Dota 2 event runs July 8-19 with $3M prize
From July 8-19, 2025, Riyadh hosts the Esports World Cup with 2000 players across 25 competitions and a $70 million prize pool. The Dota 2 event features 16 teams competing for $3 million, with Team Spirit winning early matches.
Saudi Arabia leads massive esports investments including Esports World Cup; Malaysia, India, France, UK also notable
As of July 13, 2025, Saudi Arabia's large esports investments, including the Esports World Cup, stand out alongside Malaysia, India, France, and the UK in global esports growth.
Fluxo defeats ODDIK 13-10 in Thunderpick World Championship 2025 South America Series 2
On July 13, 2025, Fluxo won 13-10 against ODDIK in the Thunderpick World Championship South America Series 2, highlighting key player performances.
MIBR GC wins 13-8 over 2Game Esports GC in VALORANT Champions Tour 2025 Brazil Stage 2 Lower Bracket Final
On July 13, 2025, MIBR GC defeated 2Game Esports GC 13-8 in the Lower Bracket Final of the VALORANT Champions Tour 2025 Brazil Stage 2.
Liquid eliminated early from Pro League qualifier after 0-3 BLAST.tv Austin Major exit
On July 14, 2025, Liquid was eliminated early from the Pro League qualifier following a 0-3 loss at the BLAST.tv Austin Major, missing the Stockholm spot.
ESL Pro League Season 22 qualifiers feature HOTU, TNL, 9INE, PARIVISION, and ENCE with notable world rankings
On July 14, 2025, ESL Pro League Season 22 qualifiers include matches with HOTU (#37), TNL (#38), 9INE (#56), PARIVISION (#48), and ENCE (#39), competing in Asia and Europe.
Industry Insights
Ubisoft's clause requiring game uninstallation after service end sparks player backlash amid 'Stop Killing Games' movement
Ubisoft's user agreement clause mandating game uninstallation after service termination caused controversy in July 2025, raising debates on digital game ownership rights.
Epic Games bans and legally acts against Fortnite cheaters Mirrored and Zebsi, emphasizing public accountability
On July 14, 2025, Epic Games took legal action against Fortnite cheaters Mirrored and Zebsi, banning them and enforcing public apologies to deter cheating.
Player Moves
ArtFr0st reflects on BetBoom status, replacement on Spirit, and efforts to join new team
On July 14, 2025, ArtFr0st shared hopes to remain with BetBoom and discussed being replaced on Spirit while preparing for new team opportunities.
Tournament Triumphs
PRM Pokal 2025 playoffs: BIG, ROSSMANN Centaurs, Kaufland Hangry Knights, and Unicorns Of Love Sexy Edition win key matches
On July 13, 2025, BIG, ROSSMANN Centaurs, Kaufland Hangry Knights, and Unicorns Of Love Sexy Edition secured victories in PRM Pokal 2025 playoffs matches.
Fuego beats Xibalbá 1-0 in Regional Norte 2025 Split 2 Group Stage
On July 13, 2025, Colombia's Fuego defeated South America's Xibalbá 1-0 in the Regional Norte 2025 Split 2 Group Stage.