Naraka: Bladepoint is set to heat up the 2025 Esports World Cup Festival in Riyadh. The game's Mid-Season Cup will run on August 22 and 23, with solo and trio fights. Though it’s not part of the main World Cup, the tourney is a big move for the game and its fans.

The solo match will have a prize of $150,000, while the trio match will have a prize of $350,000. This is part of Naraka’s plan to grow its spot in the world of top esports games. Since its launch in 2021, Naraka has held the J Cup, which gives out more than $1.5 million each year.

Producer Ray Kuan said this is a big step, ‘By leveraging the global influence of EWC’s Festival, we continue to prove our commitment to delivering a premier competitive experience for players everywhere.�nbsp;

The event is set in Boulevard City, where the Esports World Cup Festival blends top games with a grand show of skill and style. With big prize pools and strong play, it's clear the game aims to stay on the map. Find out who’ll rise and claim the crown in this mid-year brawl.

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