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World Phygital Community
The World Phygital Community (WPC) brings together global pioneers in the field of phygital sports.
A non-profit and non-commercial association, our mission is to promote phygital sport around the world, drive innovation, and define the rules of competition.
We also oversee and regulate tournaments at an in-country regional (Phygital Origins) and national (Phygital Rivals) level, providing a pathway for teams and clubs across the world to participate in the annual international Games of the Future (GOTF).
Our membership is open to organizations interested in developing phygital sports in their countries, establishing local phygital communities and uniting a worldwide collective of athletes, clubs and fans.
WPC news
Joining global esports and phygital leaders in Bar, Dan Merkley took part in discussions on governance, collaboration, and the growth of phygital sport
After a thrilling season of competition, the climax of the phygital calendar is almost here – with only Phygital Contenders now standing between clubs and Games of the Future glory
Tournament rankings reveal who will be heading to Phygital Contenders 2026 Astana in June.
On 9 April 2026 ahead of the release of the WPC Rankings for the 2025/2026 season, the WPC board held a formal meeting with Phygital…
Cities are invited to apply to stage future editions and capitalize on the growing global interest in phygital sport.
Joining global esports and phygital leaders in Bar, Dan Merkley took part in discussions on governance, collaboration, and the growth of phygital sport
After a thrilling season of competition, the climax of the phygital calendar is almost here – with only Phygital Contenders now standing between clubs and Games of the Future glory
Tournament rankings reveal who will be heading to Phygital Contenders 2026 Astana in June.
On 9 April 2026 ahead of the release of the WPC Rankings for the 2025/2026 season, the WPC board held a formal meeting with Phygital…
Cities are invited to apply to stage future editions and capitalize on the growing global interest in phygital sport.
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Dan Merkley discusses global collaboration, community engagement and the growth of phygital sport at the Montenegro Future Festival
From first events to national momentum, Peru is shaping the future of phygital sport through community engagement, partnerships, and an ambitious vision. Discover how Peru is embracing phygital sport.
Vasilios Efthymiou of E.P.S. Virtual Gaming Cyprus shares how Cyprus is building a sustainable phygital ecosystem through hybrid competitions and local engagement.
Members in Guatemala, Colombia and Brazil launch their phygital sports initiative, engaging students in physical and digital competition
Ghana and Belarus share their experiences from Phygital Contenders, highlighting milestones, momentum and future ambitions
Dan Merkley discusses global collaboration, community engagement and the growth of phygital sport at the Montenegro Future Festival
From first events to national momentum, Peru is shaping the future of phygital sport through community engagement, partnerships, and an ambitious vision. Discover how Peru is embracing phygital sport.
Vasilios Efthymiou of E.P.S. Virtual Gaming Cyprus shares how Cyprus is building a sustainable phygital ecosystem through hybrid competitions and local engagement.
Members in Guatemala, Colombia and Brazil launch their phygital sports initiative, engaging students in physical and digital competition
Ghana and Belarus share their experiences from Phygital Contenders, highlighting milestones, momentum and future ambitions
What is
phygital sport?
Phygital sport combines traditional sports with digital technology to create a hybrid experience.
It blends the physical aspects of sports (such as real-world activity, equipment, and venues) with virtual or digital elements (such as augmented reality, virtual reality, and gamification).
Phygital sports particularly appeal to younger audiences by combining the fun, interactive aspects of digital gaming with the physical and social benefits of legacy sports.
Phygital sports will continue to become ever more popular in a world where technology is increasingly integrated into all aspects of life.
Games of the Future
The Games of the Future is an annual international multi-sport tournament that blends traditional physical sports with digital and virtual elements to create a unique phygital competition.
It’s the biggest tournament of its kind. The inaugural Games of the Future saw over 2000 participants from more than 100 countries gather to compete in a range of phygital disciplines – with over 300,000 spectators on the ground and billions more watching worldwide. GOTF 2025, was held in the UAE in 2025. GOTF 2025 saw over 850 participants from 60 countries. GOTF 2026 will be held later this year in Astana, Kazakhstan.
WPC membership is open to any organization interested in establishing and growing phygital sport within their country, and committed to holding ranking tournaments within that country. These include associations, institutions, partnerships, societies, clubs, universities, colleges, schools, and governmental or regulatory bodies.*
Becoming a member is easy. Simply fill out and submit the application forms, along with a completed questionnaire and any supporting documents. The WPC’s membership committee will then review your application and notify you, within three months, if you have been successful.
*Only legal entities, not individuals, can become members.
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The WPC Ranking System
The WPC’s tournaments (GOTF Origins and GOTF Rivals) are how players and clubs qualify for the Games of the Future.
Tournaments are graded on a variety of criteria (size, number of competitors, disciplines etc.) and winners and participants receive ranking points according to how well they perform in each tournament.
Teams and players with the highest number of ranking points become eligible to enter the GOTF qualifying rounds (Phygital Contenders) before progressing to the Games of the Future.
The system is designed to ensure fairness and an equal opportunity to take part in this spectacular international sporting and cultural event.
