Honor of Kings to Join 2025 Esports World Cup

• Honor of Kings returns for the EWC in 2025
• 18 teams are set to compete in the tournament
• The championship final is scheduled for August 16th

The Esports World Cup 2025 is shaping up to be a landmark event for mobile esports. With PUBG Mobile, Free Fire, and Mobile Legends: Bang Bang already confirmed, this summer's event in Riyadh is set to feature elite competition and substantial prize pools. Now, Honor of Kings is joining the lineup with a major announcement.

As part of a new three-year partnership with the Esports World Cup, the Honor of Kings World Cup returns featuring a $3 million prize pool and an expanded format to include more teams and matches. The competition begins on July 15th and continues through July 26th, featuring 18 international teams, including top contenders from the King Pro League and Asian Champions League.

The event starts with 16 teams in the Group Stage, divided into four double-elimination groups. Only the first-place team from each group advances directly to the Playoffs, while the second-place finishers enter a Last Chance bracket to compete for the final two spots.

Matches in the early stages will use best-of-three and best-of-five formats, leading into the Playoffs where the KPL and ACL champions await. The final stage on August 16th will feature a best-of-seven series, with a third-place match also scheduled.

Planning your own squad for competitive play? Check out our Honor of Kings tier list, which ranks every character based on their current strength and potential.

Qualifiers for this year's event are already in full swing. Regional leagues across Southeast Asia, Latin America, and the Middle East will send their best teams to Riyadh, with squads from Indonesia, the Philippines, Malaysia, and other regions securing their spots throughout May and June.

Ready to join the action? Download Honor of Kings for free via the links below. The game is free-to-play with optional in-app purchases. Visit the official website for the latest news and details.