India’s biggest gaming event, GamingCon Bharat 2025, is set for November 29-30 in Mumbai, featuring top esports competitions and industry showcases.
The Indian Game Publishers and Developers Association (IGPDA) has officially announced GamingCon Bharat 2025, scheduled to be held at the NESCO Bombay Exhibition Centre in Mumbai from November 29 to 30, 2025. This two-day mega-event sets a new milestone for India’s gaming ecosystem, aiming to bring together gamers, developers, publishers, investors, policymakers, and global leaders all under one roof.
What to Expect at GamingCon Bharat 2025?
GamingCon Bharat 2025 is designed as a world-class platform celebrating every facet of gaming culture and the booming games industry. It is expected to draw over 10,000 attendees and offer a unique mix of experiences across dedicated zones and stages.
Developer Showcase
One of the highlights is the spotlight on innovative Indian game studios featuring original titles such as:
- Mukti
- Age of Bhaarat
- Unleash the Avatar
- World Cricket Championship
- WWE Mayhem
- Ludo King
This showcase aims to highlight India’s growing creative talent and its unique contribution to global gaming.
Epic Esports Showdowns
The event will also host massive esports competitions around popular and competitive games:
- FAU-G: Domination (India-made blockbuster)
- Indus Battle Royale
- BGMI (Battlegrounds Mobile India)
- Valorant
These tournaments will be played on grand live stages, giving fans thrilling action and players a national spotlight.
Cosplay Grand Finale, Expo Zone, Multiple Fan Zones and Stages
GamingCon Bharat will crown the most vibrant cosplayers in the country with a grand finale judged by leading creators. Alongside this, the expo zone will gather over 100 gaming, tech, and lifestyle brands, showcasing new hardware, software, and next-generation gaming experiences.
Furthermore, the event promises non-stop engagement with 8 fan zones and stages hosting tournaments, panel discussions, new launches, and meet-and-greet sessions for fans to interact with their favorite esports idols and developers.
GamingCon Bharat 2025 Industry Summit
Alongside the consumer festivities, the IGPDA India Gaming Conference will run parallel as the country’s top gaming business summit. This will feature:
- In-depth panels on global IP building, AI integration, cloud gaming, and future trends
- Fireside chats with CEOs of major gaming studios and publishers
- Insights from global thought leaders and investors sharing experiences and visions
- Sessions for game developers aiming to inspire and nurture the next generation of talent
With India’s new Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Act, the conference will also involve senior government officials and policymakers to engage directly with the gaming ecosystem and shape responsible governance in esports.
All in all, GamingCon Bharat 2025 is more than just an event; it represents a historic milestone as the first Indian state government-backed international esports championship.