The highly anticipated Esports World Cup 2024 has officially begun, marking the start of eight weeks filled with thrilling action across 20 different tournaments. With a staggering $60 million prize pool up for grabs, the stakes are higher than ever. However, the competition doesn’t just stop at the prize money. The Esports World Cup 2024 also introduces a unique system of keys, trophies, and totems that may seem complex at first glance – but fear not, we’re here to break it down for you.
Understanding the EWC Club Championship
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The EWC Club Championship is designed to reward the overall winners throughout the event. The top eight teams from each tournament will earn points towards the EWC Club Championship total, with higher finishes earning more points. Importantly, the points are consistent across all games, ensuring a level playing field for all teams.
At the conclusion of the event, the top 16 teams will share a remarkable prize pool of $20 million, with the top team claiming a significant $7 million. However, the team leading the EWC Club Championship must secure victory in at least one tournament at the Esports World Cup 2024 to be declared the ultimate champion of the event.
Decoding Esports World Cup 2024 Keys, Trophies, and the Totem
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Here comes the intricate part, or so it seems. Every team participating in the Esports World Cup 2024 will receive a personalized key comprising an inner key and an outer frame. Following each victory, teams will be presented with a unique game trophy, where their inner key perfectly fits. The outer frame will then be placed on a totem showcased in Riyadh, featuring all the winners of the Esports World Cup 2024.
Teams that do not emerge victorious will have their keys destroyed, with the remnants preserved in resin within the totem for everyone to see. But the excitement doesn’t end there. The winners of each tournament have the privilege to choose three of their opponents and incorporate the remnants of their keys in the base of their trophy. The defeated teams will receive a personalized token representing their finishing position, ensuring everyone receives recognition.
While this novel concept is a first in esports, the question remains – is it simply a gimmick, or will the EWC set a new standard for future events? Only time will tell.
