The Esports Foundation has confirmed the complete 16-game lineup for the Esports Nations Cup 2026 (ENC), the global nation-based esports competition set to debut in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, from November 2 to 29, 2026. More than 100,000 players are expected to compete in hundreds of qualification events across 100 markets throughout 2026 for the opportunity to represent their nation and territory at the global stage.
Esports Nations Cup will feature 16 titles
The ENC 2026 edition will feature 16 game titles, including Apex Legends, Chess, Counter-Strike 2, Dota 2, EA SPORTS FC, Fatal Fury, Honor of Kings, League of Legends, Mobile Legends: Bang Bang, PUBG: Battlegrounds, PUBG MOBILE, Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Siege, Rocket League, Street Fighter 6, Trackmania, and VALORANT.
NODWIN Gaming will lead the nationwide qualifiers, spearhead team formation and provide support coaches across game titles, and coordinate with publishers, clubs, and ecosystem stakeholders to establish the pathways needed for Indian players to represent the country on the global stage.
The ENC introduces nation-based competition to the global esports calendar in a structured and recurring format. By enabling countries and territories to organize their teams, develop talent pathways and compete on a global stage, the ENC provides a structured framework for expanding participation and strengthening esports ecosystems worldwide.
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The ENC is backed by a $45 million (approximately INR 416 crore) funding commitment, including a $20 million (approximately INR 185 crore) prize pool paid directly to players and coaches across 16 titles. With equal pay per player and coach for the same finishing position, first place awards $50,000 (approximately INR 46 lakh) per player, with $30,000 (approximately INR 28 lakh) for second place and $15,000 (approximately INR 14 lakh) for third place, ensuring a consistent and transparent prize structure across the competition.
