The 2026 Call of Duty: Warzone Resurgence Series Championship brings 32 of the world’s best squads to Paris, France, to compete for a $1 million prize pool. The event spans four days, culminating in a Match Point format final to determine this year's world champion.
Tournament Schedule
The competition is split into three distinct stages. All times listed are in ET/CEST/AEST.
- Group Stage: July 30 to August 1. Teams compete in 12 matches per group across Haven’s Hollow, Rebirth Island, and Fortune’s Keep. Daily play begins at 9am ET / 3pm CEST / 11pm AEST.
- Survival Stage: August 1. A 10-match gauntlet for teams that did not qualify directly through the Group Stage.
- Match Point Finals: August 2. The final stage where eligible teams race to win a match after reaching the points threshold.
Format and Progression
The 32 competing teams are divided into two groups of 16. Progression follows a strict path:
- Group Stage: The top five teams from each group advance directly to the Finals.
- Survival Stage: Teams finishing 6th through 13th in the Group Stage compete here. The top six performers earn the final spots in the Finals.
- Match Point Finals: Once a team hits the required points threshold, they must win a match to be crowned champion. There is no set match limit for this stage.
How to Watch
Fans can follow the action live through official broadcast partners:
- Twitch: Call of Duty and Call of Duty Esports channels.
- YouTube: Call of Duty and Esports World Cup channels.
- TikTok: Esports World Cup live feed.
Key Contenders
Defending champions Twisted Minds return to the stage with a roster featuring Almond, Blazt, and Shifty. They face stiff competition from Team Falcons—comprised of Hisoka, Newbzz, and Dongy—who enter the tournament following back-to-back victories at the DreamHack Birmingham and Atlanta events.