U.S, April 17 -- Esports World Cup Foundation (EWCF) announced the prize pool of the inaugural Esports World Cup (EWC) will be a life-changing sum that shatters the previous record of $45 million set by Gamers8: The Land of Heroes in 2023.

The Esports World Cup event will feature the world's top clubs and esports athletes in 20 competitions, with more to be announced, throughout its 8-week schedule. The sizable reward represents a significant step forward in the Esport World Cup Foundation's effort to grow the global esports industry while providing more sustainable career options for athletes and multidisciplinary esports clubs. It will also help support the EWC as a platform that draws the best athletes, teams,and organizations togethe...