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The newest entry in the Fatal Fury series, City of the Wolves brings together iconic characters from over two decades of history, with their fates intertwining in a battle for glory. OG fighters like Terry Bogard face newcomers like Cristiano Ronaldo across vibrant, gritty cities, while players master each character’s distinct fighting style in intense one-on-one matches that combine old-school combos with new moves requiring both honed skill and strategic mind games.
Fatal Fury’s esports community has quickly formed around this long-awaited return, with top players from other fighting games, including Street Fighter, jumping in to test their skills. The Esports World Cup has become the proving ground for these pros, as they compete in high-stakes matches that showcase the game’s fresh roster, mechanics, and intense competitive action to a global audience.
News
2027
ESPORTS WORLD CUP 2027 QUALIFIER PROGRAM
The EWC 2027 Qualifier Program is expanding the global qualification pathway: new Direct Qualifiers and Satellite Last Chance Qualifiers will bring established tournament organisers and local competitions into Road to EWC, creating more opportunities for players around the world to compete on the global stage.
2027
Counter-Strike 2 Returns to the Esports World Cup in 2027 and 2028!
Counter-Strike 2 is returning to the Esports World Cup in both 2027 and 2028, bringing two more years of world-class competition.
2026
2026 Esports World Cup in Numbers
Seven weeks. 24 games. More than 2,000 players. And a whole lot of unforgettable moments. From the biggest stages in esports to the streets of Paris, EWC26 brought the world together for a summer of competition, entertainment and community.
2026
Esports World Cup Trophy Award Ceremony crowns AG.AL
Thousands of competitors have traveled to the Esports World Cup 2026 in search of glory and millions in prize money, but in the end there could only be one winner of the Club Championship. The trophy award ceremony celebrated AG.AL as the Club Championship winner while honoring the achievements of each and every player involved.