India's esports industry is seeing significant growth, with the return of the Skyesports Championship 2024 set to highlight the country’s gaming talent and enthusiasm for mobile esports. This year’s tournament, featuring Battlegrounds Mobile India (BGMI), will be held on December 14 and 15 at the Koramangala Indoor Stadium in Bangalore. With a strong focus on community and accessibility, the championship welcomes a diverse range of players, fostering competition from grassroots talent to professional teams.
The 2024 Tournament: Open Entry and LAN Finals
The Skyesports Championship 2024 aims to make competitive gaming more accessible by offering open qualifiers, giving amateur and aspiring players across India a chance to enter the tournament. This approach not only enhances the competition but also broadens opportunities for new talent to shine on a national platform. The format is designed to encourage players from all levels to participate, culminating in a live LAN final where top teams will compete for the title.
The event is expected to draw considerable attention, especially with BGMI's continued popularity among India's mobile gaming audience. As India’s longest-running esports tournament IP, the Skyesports Championship provides a robust platform that blends competition with community engagement, providing visibility and opportunities for players aiming to make their mark in esports.
BGMI's Role in India’s Gaming Landscape
Originally launched as an India-exclusive version of PUBG Mobile, BGMI has become a staple in India's gaming culture. The game, a product of Krafton, has maintained a steady and engaged player base, making it a strong focal point for esports events across the country. Skyesports' past BGMI tournaments, which attracted over 5 million hours of viewership, showcase the game’s enduring impact in India's rapidly evolving mobile esports scene.
India’s Booming Gaming Industry
The timing of this event aligns with the rapid growth of India’s gaming sector. According to the State of India Gaming Report 2023, the industry generated $3.1 billion in FY23 and is projected to reach $7.5 billion by 2028. With more than 450 million gamers today, India is the second-largest gaming market globally, projected to surpass China by 2028 with an estimated 730 million gamers.
Registration and Community Engagement
Registrations are currently open, welcoming players aged 16 and above from across India. As esports continues to grow, the 2024 tournament marks another opportunity to spotlight emerging talent and celebrate India’s place on the global gaming stage.
The upcoming championship serves as a platform not only for competition but for celebrating India’s evolving gaming culture, marking a pivotal moment for esports in the country.