The Esports World Cup is back in 2025, bringing with it a major addition: the return of Free Fire! Following the success of the 2024 event, which saw Team Falcons claim victory in the Free Fire Champions tournament, securing their spot at the World Series Global Finals in Rio, the competition is set to expand.
Free Fire will join Honor of Kings in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, for another installment of the Esports World Cup, a Gamers8 spin-off. Saudi Arabia's significant investment aims to establish itself as a global esports hub, with the World Cup offering substantial prizes and attracting top talent.
The high production values of the Esports World Cup are undeniable, showcasing the considerable investment. This explains the eagerness of titles like Free Fire to participate and showcase their players on a global stage.
However, despite the spectacle, the World Cup remains a secondary event compared to other major global esports competitions. Its success in 2025 remains to be seen. Nevertheless, its return marks a significant contrast to the 2021 cancellation of the Free Fire World Series due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
