The Apex Legends tournament at the Electronic Sports World Cup (EWC) is considered one of the biggest milestones in the history of the game, where the elite global teams gather in the heart of Riyadh to compete for glory and the largest prize pool ever seen in the scene.
Apex LegendsAug 1, 2024 – Aug 4, 2024Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
$2,000,000Esports World Cup Foundation ESL FACEIT Group
$2,000,000Esports World Cup Foundation ESL FACEIT GroupFormat
1. Group Stage (The Opening Salvo)
The competition kicks off with 40 teams divided into two groups (20 teams each). Over a 10-game series, teams fight for their survival:
- Top 9 Teams (per group): Secure a direct ticket to the Finals.
- 10th – 19th Place: Drop to the Last Chance bracket for one final shot.
- 20th Place: Immediate elimination from the tournament.
2. Last Chance (The Final Lifeline)
The 20 teams who didn't make the initial cut face off in a brutal 10-game sprint.
- Top 2 Teams: Advance to the Finals.
- 3rd – 20th Place: Eliminated.
3. The Grand Finals (Match Point Glory)
On August 4th, the final 20 teams enter the arena. This stage uses the legendary Match Point Format, ensuring a cinematic finish:
- The Threshold: Teams must first reach a total of 60 points.
- The Win Condition: Once a team has 60+ points, they must win a match (1st place) to be crowned the EWC Champions.
- Starting Advantage: The 18 teams who qualified directly from the Group Stage will receive Advance Starting Points based on their previous performance to reward their consistency.
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