PUBG MOBILE shines in Riyadh as the 2024 World Cup sets new esports benchmark

Saudi Arabia hosts $3 million showdown with global gaming giants, featuring exclusive performances and high-stakes battles

PUBG MOBILE shines in Riyadh as the 2024 World Cup sets new esports benchmark
Caption: The 2024 PUBG MOBILE WORLD CUP (PMWC) and ESPORTS WORLD CUP stand as the first grand event in the PUBG MOBILE esports ecosystem
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Saudi Arabia:  PUBG MOBILE, a leading mobile game, is excited to unveil its significant presence at the Esports World Cup in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The tournament, dubbed the 2024 PUBG MOBILE World Cup (PMWC), will showcase some of the world's best players competing for a massive prize pool of $3 million, one of the biggest in the game's history. This includes an additional $800,000 distributed during qualifier rounds.

Eight-week extravaganza 

The Esports World Cup kicked off on July 4th and runs until August 25th, 2024, establishing itself as the world's largest esports and gaming festival. This eight-week extravaganza features various gaming tournaments, events, activities, and more. The PMWC, taking place from July 19th to 28th, is a key part of these festivities.

Clout and star power

The PMWC will see 28 teams battle it out, including Powr Esports, a prominent esports organization influential in Saudi Arabia and the MENA region. Powr Esports boasts a unique in-game Powr Villa in WOW mode, and one of their top creators, Shongxbong, recently had his voice pack included in the game. Their team also features AlHage, a highly skilled Arab player ranked among the best PUBG MOBILE players globally.

Intense competition

The PMWC unfolds across three key stages:

  1. Group Stage (July 19th-21st): 24 teams battle for 12 spots in the Main Stage.

  2. Survival Stage (July 23rd-24th): 12 teams face off against global qualifiers for a chance to reach the Main Stage.

  3. Main Stage (July 26th-28th): Elite teams compete for the championship title and an extra qualifying spot at the 2024 PUBG MOBILE Global Championship.

More than a tournament

The PMWC at the Esports World Cup aims to make Saudi Arabia a center for esports excellence. With its substantial prize pool and strong player lineup, this event is poised to redefine mobile esports standards and inspire the industry globally.

PUBG MOBILE Debut with "Winner Winner" Song

The PMWC at the Esports World Cup is poised to be a landmark event, solidifying Saudi Arabia's position as an esports hub. With its impressive prize pool and renowned players, this tournament promises to elevate the standards of mobile esports, setting a new bar for the industry.

To celebrate the PMWC's first appearance at the EWC in Saudi Arabia, PUBG MOBILE has collaborated with rising star Mishaal Tamer. This collaboration features a brand new song titled "Winner Winner," which will be performed live for the first time during the PMWC finals. Mishaal Tamer will also perform the PUBG MOBILE song alongside four of his songs during the PMWC finals on July 26th.