Get Ready for DreamHack Atlanta: Your Pathway to the Esports World Cup!

Chess Players Gear Up for DreamHack Atlanta: A Gateway to the Esports World Cup

Atlanta, GA – Chess enthusiasts, mark your calendars! From May 15 to 17, the DreamHack chess event at the Georgia World Congress Center will not only showcase top-tier chess talent but also serve as a crucial qualification path to the prestigious Esports World Cup (EWC). With a staggering $50,000 prize fund on the line, including a grand prize of $15,000 for the winner, this is an opportunity no chess player can afford to miss.

The event is open to all players—professionals and amateurs alike—who are attending the DreamHack festival. To participate, players must register online by May 11 at 11:59 p.m. ET and be present at the event in person. Register Now to secure your spot in this thrilling competition!

DreamHack has evolved from a local gathering into the world’s largest digital festival, attracting a legion of fans each year. Since 2025, it has also become a vital bridge between the realms of chess and esports. Last year, the Dallas festival served as a qualifying event for the EWC Last Chance Qualifier, where Grandmaster Oleksandr Bortnyk emerged victorious among 62 competitors, earning a trip to Riyadh alongside fellow finalists GM Alexey Sarana, GM Aravindh Chithambaram, and GM Andrew Tang.

This year, DreamHack Atlanta promises to be even more exhilarating, with four coveted spots at the EWC up for grabs. The chess competition will feature eight qualifiers leading into a knockout final. Each qualifier will consist of a seven-round Swiss format, with the top two players advancing to the final. The winner of each Swiss round will enter the Upper Bracket, while the second-place finisher will head to the Lower Bracket. The final will be a double-elimination showdown, with a time control of 10+0 throughout the event.

As the EWC approaches, time is running out for players eager to secure their place in Riyadh. With most qualification spots already filled through the Speed Chess Championship, Chess.com Open, and Champions Chess Tour, DreamHack Atlanta stands out as a pivotal opportunity for those still in pursuit of an EWC spot.

Are you ready to join the action and compete for glory? Don’t wait—register now and take your shot at becoming a champion at DreamHack Atlanta!