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This collaboration is designed to expand the competitive presence of Honor of Kings and PUBG Mobile globally. The primary focus for events will be in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Level Infinite, the gaming and esports brand owned by Tencent, has entered into a three-year strategic partnership with the Esports World Cup Foundation. This collaboration aims to significantly expand the global competitive presence of two major titles, Honor of Kings and PUBG Mobile, with a primary focus on hosting events in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
The partnership includes a commitment to organize 1,000 esports events globally for the two titles. Key components of the agreement involve the launch of the PUBG Mobile World Cup, which replaces the previous PUBG Mobile World Invitational as a premier summer event, featuring a $3 million USD prize pool. Additionally, the Honor of Kings Invitational Midseason will be hosted at the Esports World Cup, offering a $3 million USD prize pool and providing qualifying paths for the Honor of Kings Invitational Championship later in the year.
While the specific financial terms of the multi-year deal remain undisclosed, the initiative represents a major investment in the regional and global esports ecosystem. The announcement was formalized by leadership from both organizations, including representatives from the Saudi Esports Federation and Tencent Games, signaling a coordinated effort to elevate the profile of these mobile titles within the broader Esports World Cup framework.
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