Sony To Produce Documentary Series On Esports World Cup 2024

The Esports World Cup Foundation (EWCF) and Sony Group Corporation have signed a multi-year partnership agreement which will see the two groups collaborate for the Esports World Cup. The inaugural Esports World Cup 2024 is set to take place this summer in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

As part of the agreement, Sony Pictures Entertainment will create a documentary series, giving fans a behind-the-scenes look at the Esports World Cup 2024. Sony will also be providing additional support and opportunities to creators in the region, while  Sony Music Entertainment will produce the music Anthem of the Esports World Cup 2024.

“We’re excited to make the Esports World Cup more fun and engaging for fans globally by harnessing the creativity and technology from across our diverse businesses.” said Toshimoto Mitomo, Executive Deputy President and CSO, Sony Group Corporation.

“Sony has been enhancing the esports experience especially with Sony Interactive Entertainment’s initiatives such as PlayStation Tournaments and the annual EVO fighting game series. We look forward to further catering to this growing, global community of players and fans with the Esports World Cup.”

The Esports World Cup will see a multi-game celebration of competitive gaming and esports, where top esports organizations will compete in a cross-game structure for the largest prize pool in esports history. So far, announced games include Dota 2, Counter-Strike 2, Honor of Kings, Fortnite, Rainbow Six Siege, and more.