The esports Games of 2025 will be represented by a slate of high-profile tournaments across titles, each guaranteeing fierce competition and large purses.
As for first-person shooters, first and foremost, it is the wait for Counter-Strike 2 that has been very much in question. The main events of this year are well underway, but three significant ones in January and February mark the beginning of a cold winter and a competitive season.
For fans of tactical shooters, the Valorant Champions Tour 2025 looks promising to promise some exciting games. Teams like GIANTX are already announcing rosters and positioning themselves for success in the international arena, possibly competing in Paris for the World Championship.
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The fighting game community will shine at the PlayStation Tournaments: XP series, kicking off with a live event on January 18, 2025, in London. This will include titles such as Tekken 8 and Astro Bot, gathering players from all corners of the globe to compete for unique prizes.
One of the great developments in this domain is the Olympic Esports Game, which is being introduced for the first time in Saudi Arabia and is set to take place in 2025. The International Olympic Committee goes one step further by integrating esport into mainstream sports. This move underscores the increased international appreciation of competitive gaming.
The Esports World Cup 2025 is also planned to be held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The multi-game event is organized by the Esports World Cup Foundation and ESL FACEIT Group as the second edition of the series, following rebranding and expansion from Gamers8.