The stakes for the King of the Seas XVIII tournament in World of Warships just got a lot higher. Wargaming has revealed the prize structure, with a $25,000 USD cash prize for the international champions. For players watching from home, there are significant in-game rewards on the line, including a chance to snag the coveted Tier X French destroyer, X MARCEAU, for free.
While regional winners will earn their own prizes, the top eight teams advancing to the International stage are fighting for a serious cash pool. The breakdown for the top four is substantial:
- 1st Place: 25,000 USD
- 2nd Place: 15,000 USD
- 3rd Place: 10,000 USD
- 4th Place: 5,000 USD
This level of prize money elevates the competition and promises some top-tier strategic gameplay from the best teams in the world.
Viewer Rewards and How to Get Them
For the rest of us, the real news is the loot we can earn just by watching the streams. Wargaming has scheduled several drops across the international weekends. Make sure your Wargaming and Twitch accounts are linked to be eligible.
The first weekend is all about tokens:
- November 15, 2025: Earn 200 King of the Seas tokens.
- November 16, 2025: Earn another 300 King of the Seas tokens.
What's the big prize for watching the finals?
The International Finals Weekend is where the best reward is waiting. On November 22, 2025, viewers will receive a Mystery Drop. While the contents are random, the grand prize is the Tier X French destroyer X MARCEAU. This ship is a menace known for its blistering speed and rapid-firing guns, making it a dream reward for many captains. The event concludes with another reward opportunity on November 23, tied to the C. COLOMBO.
Even if you're not competing, tuning into the King of the Seas XVIII tournament is a no-brainer for the potential rewards alone. Getting a shot at a free Tier X ship just for watching is an opportunity you don't want to miss.