Free Fire joins the line-up for 2025\'s Esports World Cup as hugely popular event set to return

The Esports World Cup is set to return in 2025, bringing with it a major addition: Free Fire. Team Falcons, victors of the 2024 competition, will undoubtedly be aiming for a repeat performance.

The 2024 Esports World Cup proved a massive success, paving the way for a swift return. Garena's Free Fire will join Honor of Kings in the Riyadh event, a Gamers8 spin-off. Saudi Arabia's significant investment aims to establish the country as a global esports hub, with the World Cup offering substantial prizes.

The high production values of the Esports World Cup are undeniable, attracting titles like Free Fire back to Riyadh for another shot at global recognition. However, the event's status as a secondary tournament compared to other major esports competitions remains a question mark. Its continued success and lasting appeal are yet to be seen.

This year's return is a stark contrast to the 2021 cancellation of the Free Fire World Series due to the COVID-19 pandemic.