The National Qualifiers are underway!
In the early stages of our journey on the WEC24 Road, the spotlight is on the National Qualifiers, the crucial first step on the path to national glory. These qualifiers are not just tournaments; they are the starting line for ambitious teams striving for success on the regional and world stage. Organized by each national […]
The WEC Overall Champion Crown
The World Esports Championship stands as the ultimate test of skill, strategy, and collective effort for national teams competing for the title of Overall World Esports Champion. This award is won through a well-designed pointing system, where every medal contributes to a country’s quest for national glory. This system reflects not just achievements in one […]
The IESF Board unanimously appoints Mr. Alex Young Man Kim as the Global Vice President of IESF
The International Esports Federation (IESF) is proud to announce that Mr. Alex Young Man Kim, KeSPA President, has unanimously been appointed as the Global Vice President at the latest board meeting. Mr. Kim will play a pivotal role in leading the way to success, as we strengthen our cooperative ties with major stakeholders in Korea, […]
The Game Titles are here!
After announcing the record-breaking 130 registered countries for the National Qualifiers, we are delighted to share that this year, athletes from all around the world are going to compete in five extremely popular game titles. The WEC24 will feature the following game titles: CS2, Dota2, eFootball™ series, Mobile Legends: Bang Bang, and PUBG MOBILE. This […]
Esports Leadership Group guides collaboration and charts course for the future
GEF and IESF agree to collaborate on key initiatives for expansive growth Following the signing of the Memorandum of Understanding between the Presidents of the Global Esports Federation and the International Esports Federation, the Esports Leadership Group (ELG) has been established to facilitate collaboration. Ser Miang Ng, Chair of Esports Leadership Group, attended the Riyadh […]
Record number of Countries for the 2024 World Esports Championship
The International Esports Federation (IESF) is thrilled to announce a record-breaking 130 registered Member Federations for the National Qualifiers of the World Esports Championship 2024. For the first time, a total of 609 teams will compete across five game titles representing their countries. The National Qualifiers are underway as of January 16 and are expected […]
HRH Prince Faisal bin Bandar bin Sultan Al Saud Elected IESF President
HRH Prince Faisal was elected president of the International Esports Federation during the Extraordinary General Meeting today in Busan, South Korea. He was elected with 71 votes in favor or 98,6%, and his presidential term will run through 2025. HRH Prince Faisal was appointed Acting President of IESF on October 3, 2023, following former President […]
First-ever National Federation of the Year Award
The International Esports Federation today announced the launch of the National Federation of the Year Award and shared details on the selection process for the inaugural 2023 edition. The NF of the Year Award recognizes the effort, dedication, passion, and embodiment of IESF’s values by its Member Federations, which include 140 countries spread across six […]
Why Esports? A decade’s long dilemma
There have been many attempts to answer this question, and yet, still seems like we’re in lack of an acceptable answer. Today we’re gonna grapple with the question for a bit, like a small foreplay in what’s coming in a few days, the World Esports Summit which gonna take place in Busan, Korea. So, why […]
IESF Welcomes Bian Hongfeng as the Newest Board Member
The International Esports Federation today announced the appointment of Bian Hongfeng from China as a new member of the IESF Board. Hongfeng will help foster meaningful relationships in the region and play a key role in promoting innovation and technological advancements in the esports ecosystem. Hongfeng currently serves as the Vice Chairman of Taishan Sports […]
