PlayTime issued an official statement following its disqualification from the 2026 Esports World Cup in Dota 2

In light of the situation that arose during the EWC 2026, PlayTime issues the following official statement:

1. Zero Tolerance and Organizational Integrity

PlayTime adheres to a strict policy of zero tolerance for any actions that undermine the integrity of the competition. PlayTime’s management had no involvement in and was unaware of the alleged match-fixing or rule violations. Our commitment to fair play remains unwavering.

2. Full Cooperation and Internal Measures

PlayTime fully respects and complies with the operational measures taken by the EWC organizers. At the same time, the organization’s management has initiated a thorough internal investigation and suspended the individuals involved until the investigation is complete. Due to these circumstances, our scheduled match last night did not take place. We are in constant contact with EWC representatives and are cooperating fully to ensure complete transparency.

3. Apology for the Cancellation of the Match

We sincerely apologize to the EWC organizers, our scheduled opponents, and esports fans around the world who were looking forward to this match. We deeply regret the disruption to the tournament schedule caused by this situation.

4. Commitment to Accountability

PlayTime was founded on a commitment to relentless athletic excellence. We strongly condemn any behavior that violates the spirit of esports. If an official investigation confirms that any member of our team was involved in illegal activities, we will take immediate and severe disciplinary action, including terminating contracts and formally notifying all relevant regulatory authorities.

We will focus entirely on cooperating with the relevant authorities and will refrain from commenting on unconfirmed allegations until the investigation is complete. We thank the organizers, partners, and our fans for their vigilance and understanding.