EWC 26 Fan Fest Week 4 Recap

The Community House

Overwatch

Overwatch fans had plenty to enjoy at the Community House, which became a hub for attendees to test their skills through mini fan tournaments. While the competitions brought out friendly rivalries and bragging rights, watch parties united the community as fans followed the action together.

International Club House

ZETA DIVISION vs. Weibo Gaming

ZETA DIVISION and Weibo Gaming brought their rivalry to the International Club House during Week 4, where fans had the chance to see both clubs compete across Street Fighter 6 and Overwatch. The two fanbases went head-to-head in a variety of challenges, including in-game competitions, trivia nights with prizes, and meet-and-greets with players from both rosters, creating a lively celebration of the rivalry beyond the competition stage.

Co-Streamers & Creators Galore

Paris Expo Porte de Versailles

A variety of co-streamers and creators made their way to the Paris Expo Porte de Versailles for EWC 26 Fan Fest, giving fans new ways to experience the competition. Overwatch co-streamers including Sean “ta1yo” Henderson followed the action throughout the week, while Street Fighter legend Justin Wong connected with fans through a meet-and-greet and an appearance on the Spotlight Stage. IRL streamer Yoo “Jinnytty” Yoon-jin also brought her audience into the Fan Zone, showcasing the atmosphere and energy of Fan Fest from Paris.

EWC Quests

Paris Expo Porte de Versailles

To complement the Overwatch and Street Fighter 6 action in Week 4, EWC Play introduced a new set of quests themed around both titles. One featured quest, “Where’s Wong?”, challenged fans to find and scan three hidden Justin Wong figures placed around the venue for 120 XP. With a $300,000 total prize pool still available, Week 5 will bring a new set of EWC Play Quests for fans to complete at Fan Fest.

Esports Festival

Champs-Élysées

The Esports Festival transformed the iconic Champs-Élysées into a free, open-air celebration of gaming and esports, bringing the Esports World Cup 2026 experience directly into the heart of Paris. Fans gathered to enjoy live gaming showcases, interactive experiences, creator appearances, and community activities, featuring titles including Trackmania, Rocket League, and EA SPORTS FC 26. The event highlighted the growing connection between esports, gaming culture, and the wider Parisian community beyond the competition venues.