Esports World Cup 2026: Details Released for CS2 and Rainbow Six Siege Tournaments

The Esports World Cup 2026 has detailed key structures, prize pools, and participating teams for its upcoming Counter-Strike 2 and Rainbow Six Siege tournaments.

Counter-Strike 2 at Esports World Cup 2026

The CS2 tournament is set to cap off the global esports competition in Paris, France. The event features a $2 million prize pool, drawing 32 of the world's top teams to compete.

Defending champions The MongolZ are returning to defend their title with a slightly different roster. Other prominent squads participating in the tournament include last year’s runner-up, Aurora Gaming, alongside powerhouse organizations such as Team Falcons, Team Spirit, Team Vitality, and FURIA.

Rainbow Six Siege at Esports World Cup 2026

The Rainbow Six Siege competition at the Esports World Cup 2026 has officially begun, also featuring a $2 million prize pool. In addition to the prize money, competing teams are vying for a direct ticket to the Six Invitational 2027.

The event features 22 of the world’s best teams battling until mid-August. The tournament structure kicks off with a Play-in stage, moves into a Group Stage, and concludes with a single-elimination Playoff bracket.