Activision has officially revealed the team slot distribution and prize pool for the upcoming Call of Duty: (COD) Mobile World Championship 2025 Finals. With a massive $1 million prize pool, 16 of the best teams from around the world will battle for glory in this global tournament.
This year’s championship consists of five stages, and the first two have already been completed in several regions. The final stage, also called Stage 5, will be the highlight of the season, though the host city is yet to be announced.
Prize Pool Split for COD Mobile World Championship 2025
The total prize pool for the tournament is set at $1 million, which is divided between the final two stages:
- Stage 4: $150,000
- Stage 5 (Finals): $850,000
This structure aims to reward not only the final winners but also top performers in the regional qualifiers.
Slot Distribution for Stage 5 (Finals)
Activision has confirmed the slot distribution for Stage 5. Here’s how the 16 teams will qualify from each region:
- North America – 3 teams
- LATAM (Latin America) – 3 teams
- China – 3 teams
- Garena (Southeast Asia) – 2 teams
- India – 2 teams
- Europe – 1 team
- Africa – 1 team
- Japan – 1 team
Each team will secure their slot through their respective regional tournaments or via Stage 4 qualifiers, depending on the region.
Match Format and Tournament Structure
The World Championship Finals (Stage 5) will be played in a double-elimination bracket. This means teams get a second chance even after one loss.
- Most matches will follow a Best-of-5 (Bo5) format.
- The Grand Finals will be played in a Best-of-7 (Bo7) format, ensuring an intense and competitive showdown.
Championship Timeline: All Stages and Dates
Here’s a quick look at the schedule:
- Stage 1: April 25 – May 23, 2025
- Stage 2: June 4 – June 20, 2025
- Stage 3: July 5 – July 27, 2025
- Stage 4: July 26 – September 7, 2025
The best teams from Stage 4 will move on to Stage 5, the final stage of the championship.
A Look Back: COD Mobile World Championship 2024
The 2024 Finals were hosted in Atlanta, North America. Elevate, a team from the Philippines, took the title. Chinese teams Qing Jiu Club and XROCk placed second and third respectively. That edition also featured a $1 million prize pool, showing Activision’s continued support for mobile esports.
What’s New in 2025?
This year brings:
- Wider regional participation, especially with Africa and Japan each receiving a slot.
- A balanced prize distribution between qualifiers and finals.
- An increased focus on competitive fairness, with clear structure and format.
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