Call of Duty returns to EWC 2026 with enhanced format: All the events to look out for

Esports World Cup (EWC) 2026 features 25 of the biggest esports titles, including Call of Duty. For 2026, Black Ops 7 enters the event, featuring 16 teams and a $1,800,000 prize pool.

The Black Ops 7 tournament at EWC 2026 takes place from Aug. 5 to Aug. 9, in two stages: the group stage and the playoffs. In the group stage, two groups of eight compete in a double-elimination format, with the top four from each group advancing to the playoffs. The playoffs are a best-of-seven single-elimination bracket with the best-of-nine grand finals.