Overview
- The inaugural event runs November 2–29, 2026 in Riyadh with a biennial schedule and a rotating host-city model planned.
- $20 million is allocated to prize money paid straight to players and coaches across 16 titles, using equal per‑placement payouts: $50,000 for first, $30,000 for second, $15,000 for third.
- Every qualified participant earns prize money and a guaranteed minimum of matches, with team-title payouts scaled to roster size and coaches included.
- $5 million will reward esports clubs for releasing contracted players, with performance-linked rewards and marketing incentives.
- A $20 million ENC Development Fund will underwrite travel, logistics, operations, and marketing for official national team partners, as three titles are confirmed so far: Dota 2, Trackmania, and Mobile Legends: Bang Bang.