Tekken 8 Esports World Cup 2024: Schedule, Players & Prizes

Discover everything you need to know about Tekken 8 EWC 2024 schedule, players, prizes, and more.

Tekken 8 Esports World Cup 2024: Schedule, Players & Prizes
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The Tekken 8 Esports World Cup 2024 is set to be a major event for fighting game fans. This tournament will bring together top players from around the world to compete for a massive prize pool. Let's dive into the details of this exciting competition.

Tekken 8 EWC 2024 Schedule and Location

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The Tekken 8 Esports World Cup will take place from August 22 to August 25, 2024. Fighters will gather in Boulevard Riyadh, Saudi Arabia for four days of intense battles.

While the exact schedule is still under wraps, fans can expect non-stop action throughout the event.

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Tekken 8 EWC 2024 Player Lineup

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A total of 32 players will compete in the tournament. Many have already secured their spots through various qualifying events. Some notable names include:

  • Chanel
  • LowHigh
  • Arslan Ash
  • Knee
  • ULSAN

The full roster is still being finalized. Upcoming qualifiers like CEO 2024 and The MIXUP 2024 will determine the remaining participants.

Tekken 8 EWC 2024 Prize Pool Breakdown

The Tekken 8 Esports World Cup boasts an impressive $1,000,000 prize pool. Here's how it will be distributed:

  • 1st place: $300,000
  • 2nd place: $140,000
  • 3rd-4th place: $75,000 each
  • 5th-8th place: $45,000 each

Even players finishing in the 25th-32nd positions will take home $5,000 each. This generous prize structure ensures that many participants will benefit from their efforts.

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Tekken 8 EWC 2024 Tournament Format

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The competition will use a mix of group play and elimination brackets:

  1. Players start in groups of four using a double-elimination format.
  2. The top two from each group advance.
  3. The final eight players compete in a single-elimination bracket.

Early matches will be best-of-three while the later stages will use a first-to-five wins format. This structure promises intense matches from start to finish.

Summary

Event Details Information
Date August 22-25, 2024
Location Boulevard Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Players 32
Prize Pool $1,000,000
1st Place Prize $300,000
Format Group play + Single elimination

Whether you're a die-hard Tekken fan or new to the competitive scene, the Tekken 8 Esports World Cup 2024 event is not to be missed. Mark your calendars for August 2024 and get ready for an epic showcase of skill strategy and fighting game excellence.

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TEKKEN 8

TEKKEN 8

TEKKEN 8 is an upcoming fighting game developed and published by Bandai Namco Entertainment. The game features a roster of unique characters, each with their own special moves and fighting styles. TEKKEN 8 emphasizes strategy, skill, and timing, offering a challenging and rewarding experience for fans of the fighting game genre. The game includes various modes, such as single-player arcade, multiplayer versus, and tournament mode, providing diverse gameplay experiences. TEKKEN 8 aims to build on the legacy of the TEKKEN franchise, introducing new mechanics, graphics, and characters.

Genres
Fighting
Platform(s)
PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S
Release Date
Jan 26, 2024
Price
$69.99
Developer(s)
Bandai Namco Entertainment
Publisher(s)
Bandai Namco Entertainment
ESRB Rating
T