The Esports World Cup 2026 has begun, with week 1 featuring games such as Apex Legends, Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves, and Valorant. The week's events include group stage and playoffs, as well as a fan fest, with notable players and stories emerging. The tournament is set to continue into week 2, which will include League of Legends, MLBB, and Free Fire, and has a significant prize pool, reported to be $75 million.