Full GOTF 2025 Line-Up Revealed Ahead of Live Draw
The wait is over. The complete Games of the Future Abu Dhabi 2025 line-up is here and it’s loaded with global stars, esports icons, powerhouse MMA teams, drone-racing aces and some of the top phygital athletes on the planet.
Even better? Fans won’t have to wait long for the next big moment. The official group-stage draw drops on 9 December at 14:00 (GST). Hosted by leading regional gaming creator Bisher Zumot and streamed live from Pixoul Gaming in Abu Dhabi. Catch it live via our new OTT streaming platform - tv.gofuture.games, the central digital hub for the Games of the Future, or via YouTube livestream at @gamesofthefutureofficial.
Some of the biggest names in competitive gaming and sports are confirmed and ready to light up the arena for six days of high-intensity battles, multimillion-dollar stakes and championship-level performances.
Included in the final line up are:
In MOBA PC.Dota 2, fans can look forward to a true heavyweight contest as Johan “N0tail” Sundstein joins Monkey Business, facing formidable squads including Paper Tigers, Legends Rebooted, Vikings and host team E7.
The level rises again in MOBA Mobile.MLBB, with ONIC and ZETA DIVISION joining an already competitive field.
Battle Royale.Featuring Fortnite also promises standout moments, with elite duos FAZER + GORILON, COLD + ZENN, QUEASY + MRSAVAGE and K1NG + OSCU now in the mix. Their combined FNCS titles, global podiums and fiercely competitive records set the stage for some of the season’s most gripping Fortnite matchups.
In Phygital Shooter.CS2, the confirmed roster brings serious firepower: EndFastPls, Interstellars – Apollo, Mexico Quetzales – Marca Registrada and experienced phygital tournament participants xGoat, who enter with a clear intent to reclaim their former crown. With eight capable clubs, fans can expect tactical battles and high-pressure moments throughout the discipline.
Battle of Robots also gets a major boost. Team Eruption arrives with their machine “Ignition,” while China’s Fierce Roc brings the undefeated 110kg titan “Deep-Sea Shark.” They join Toon, Outlaw, DS Robotics and Team Monsoon - ensuring one of the most competitive robot combat grids the tournament has ever seen.
Phygital Drone Racing rounds out its 16-team roster with Spain Drone Team, Team BDS, TECH DRONE LEAGUE, Flat-Out, Team Raiden and Team Cyclone. With top-tier pilots across the field, this discipline is set for pin-point precision, high-speed duels and tight race finishes.
Phygital Fighting.FATAL FURY: City of the Wolves. Champions will see elite MMA talent from across Europe, Asia and the Americas take to the stage, with UAE Warriors - led by World Champion Bruno Azeredo and lightweight star Felipe Douglas - defending home turf against challengers including Arabian Phantoms and Mexican Power, featuring crowd favourite Hugo “Pandamonium” Lezama.
Phygital Football.UFL will see well-known champions Peñarol and Mexico Quetzales – Armadillos FC set the stage for one of the tournament’s most intense title battles.
Phygital Dancing.Just Dance, turns up the energy with Olympic Esports Series 2023 winner Dina Morisset and vice-champion Joseph Cordero.
Phygital Basketball.3on3 FreeStyle sees rosters combining professional basketball players and standout gamers, including teams such as The Warriors and Great Team Brazil, coming together for dynamic, high-tempo matchups.
With the full roster announced and the live draw fast approaching, anticipation for Games of the Future 2025 is at an all-time high. Fans can secure their tickets now at gotfabudhabi.com, and follow every second of the tournament live via international broadcast partners and the official GOTF OTT platform at tv.gofuture.games
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