The inaugural FIFAe World Cup 2024, a collaborative effort between eFootball and FIFA, has concluded successfully. The tournament, held at the SEF Arena in Riyadh, crowned champions in both console and mobile categories.
Malaysia's Minbappe secured victory in the mobile division, while an Indonesian team comprising BINONGBOYS, SHNKS-ELGA, GARUDAFRANC, and akbarpaudie triumphed on console.
The FIFAe World Cup 2024 showcased impressive production values, reflecting Saudi Arabia's significant investment in esports, particularly given its concurrent Esports World Cup.
A High-Stakes Game
The tournament's long-term success remains to be seen. However, the collaboration clearly demonstrates Konami and FIFA's ambition to establish eFootball as the premier football simulator for elite competition.
Concerns exist, however, that the high-profile nature of the event might alienate casual players. History shows that large-scale organizational involvement in esports can sometimes lead to unforeseen challenges. While the FIFAe World Cup 2024 appears to have run smoothly, potential future issues cannot be ruled out.
For more on the world of gaming awards, check out the results of the recently concluded Pocket Gamer Awards 2024!
