Esports World Cup 2026 opens in Paris with a star-studded ceremony

The Esports World Cup 2026 officially kicked off in Paris with an opening ceremony at La Seine Musicale. It featured performances by Aya Nakamura, DJ Snake, Theodora, and Mosimann, according to IT Voice. This event begins seven weeks of competition for over 2,000 players from 100+ countries, vying for a $75 million prize pool.