As the Esports World Cup (EWC) gears up for an exhilarating few days, the spotlight is firmly on the Honor of Kings Invitational Midseason at the Esports World Cup in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Set to take place from August 1 through to the 4th. The Honor of Kings EWC competition will feature twelve of the best teams in DOTA and vie for a share of an even more impressive million-dollar prize pool.
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Global Release and Surge in Popularity
Honor of Kings, the globally acclaimed mobile MOBA game, recently made its global debut on June 20, 2024. Since launch, the game has been a worldwide hit, crossing over 50 million downloads on the Google Play Store.
Event Details and Format
The Honor of Kings Invitational Midseason will feature a single round-robin format, with teams divided into two groups. Each match will be best-of-one (Bo1), determining the group standings. The top four teams from each group will advance to the knockout stages. The quarterfinals, set to begin on August 3, will feature best-of-three (Bo3) matches, followed by best-of-five (Bo5) matches in the semifinals and finals.
Participating Teams and Current Standings
The 12 teams participating in the event include:
Group A:
- LGD Gaming
- Team Secret
- Impunity Esports
- Team Vitality
- Kagendra
- Vivo Keyd Stars
Group B:
- Team Falcons
- Loops
- Weibo Gaming
- All Gamers Global
- TBD (winner of SEA Showdown)
- KPL Dream Team
The current standings as we approach the kickoff:
| Group A | Wins | Losses |
| LGD Gaming | 0 | 0 |
| Team Secret | 0 | 0 |
| Impunity Esports | 0 | 0 |
| Team Vitality | 0 | 0 |
| Kagendra | 0 | 0 |
| Vivo Keyd Stars | 0 | 0 |
| Group B | Wins | Losses |
| Team Falcons | 0 | 0 |
| Loops | 0 | 0 |
| Weibo Gaming | 0 | 0 |
| All Gamers Global | 0 | 0 |
| TBD (SEA Invite) | 0 | 0 |
| KPL Dream Team | 0 | 0 |
Predictions and Top Teams to Watch
Among the top contenders, the KPL Dream Team from China stands out, comprising top players from China’s King Pro League. Their formidable lineup and strategic prowess make them a favorite to win. Team Falcons from KSA and Weibo Gaming from Malaysia are also strong contenders, each bringing a unique blend of skill and strategy to the table.
Stages of the Event
The event will unfold in three main stages:
- Group Stage (August 1-2): Teams compete in a single round-robin format to determine the top four teams from each group.
- Knockout Stage (August 3): The top teams face off in best-of-three matches in the quarterfinals.
- Finals (August 4): The semifinals and finals will feature best-of-five matches, culminating in the crowning of the champion.
Exclusive In-Game Content and Viewing Options
To celebrate the event, Honor of Kings is releasing a new Esports World Cup skin called “Heavenblade” for the hero Allain, alongside a theme song titled “Invincible,” produced by Mighty Mike and mixed by Grammy-award-winning audio mixer Tom Norris. Moreover, gamers can partake in live events to earn rewards and watch the live stream on YouTube, Facebook, Twitch, and TikTok, as well as via the in-game TV.
Honor of Kings EWC Kickoff Details
The tournament kicks off on August 1 at 10:00 AM at the Riyadh Front Exhibition & Convention Center. The first matches will feature:
- KPL Dream Team vs. Team Falcons at 10:00 AM
- TBD (SEA Invite) vs. Loops at 10:40 AM
- Impunity Esports vs. Vivo Keyd Stars at 10:40 AM
- LGD Gaming vs. Team Secret at 11:20 AM
Prize Pool and Final Remarks
The tournament boasts a $3 million prize pool, adding to the excitement and intensity of the competition. As James Yang, Senior Director of Level Infinite Global Esports Center at Tencent Games, remarked, “The Esports World Cup is an exciting and unique opportunity to bring international esports recognition to the world’s most played mobile MOBA title.”
Stay tuned for more updates and live coverage as we witness the best teams from around the world compete for glory in the Honor of Kings Invitational Midseason at the Esports World Cup.
