The Free Fire World Series – Global Finals 2024 (FFWS) wrapped up its incredible run from November 8 to 24, held at Rio Centro Convention and Carioca Arena in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. This event marked a major milestone in Free Fire’s history, becoming the second-most-watched tournament in the series’ history and the second-most-watched international championship in the game’s history.
Fluxo’s Dominance
Brazilian esports organization Fluxo triumphed, claiming their second consecutive Free Fire World Series title, defeating RRQ Kazu by just three points. Their victory, securing them $300,000, comes only a year after their first global title in 2023, where they triumphed with a commanding 17-point lead. With this win, Brazil joins Thailand as the most successful country in the Free Fire World Series, each with three global titles.
The competition was tight, with Fluxo’s final game shocker in Round 6 of the Grand Finals, where they clinched a third Winner Winner Chicken Dinner, overtaking RRQ Kazu in dramatic fashion to seal the title. The event reached 751.2K Peak Viewers during that climactic round, showcasing the immense global following for the tournament.
Record-Breaking Viewership Numbers
The FFWS Global Finals 2024 delivered impressive viewership stats, with 9.2M total hours watched and an average of 255.5K viewers across 36 hours of airtime. The tournament attracted a strong Brazilian audience, with teams like paiN Gaming and Corinthians also finishing in the top ten. The peak viewership reached a staggering 751.2K viewers during Round 6, a sign of Free Fire’s undiminished appeal.
This year’s viewership growth surpassed the 2023 FFWS event, showing a significant increase in Peak Viewers (PV) by 69% and Hours Watched (HW) by 51%. This impressive surge solidifies Free Fire’s status as a dominant esports title and highlights its growing popularity, especially in Brazil, where Fluxo’s victory garnered massive online support.
The Road Ahead for Free Fire Esports
The success of the Free Fire World Series – Global Finals 2024 shows the incredible growth and potential of Free Fire esports. With Brazil, Thailand, and Indonesia leading the charge, the global esports scene for Free Fire looks promising, especially with new events lined up in the coming years. The Esports World Cup, set to return in 2025, will be an exciting development, further fueling the mobile gaming community’s passion for Free Fire.
The game continues to expand its global reach, building on its already successful formula. With more international championships, mid-season events, and renewed league branding, Free Fire is poised to remain one of the key players in the esports market, potentially leading the mobile esports industry to new heights.
Final Thoughts
The FFWS Global Finals 2024 not only solidified Fluxo’s dominance in the Free Fire scene but also showcased Free Fire’s ever-growing popularity on the global stage. With Brazilian teams leading the charge and viewership numbers continuing to climb, Free Fire is poised for an even brighter future in esports.
