India has witnessed significant shifts and transformations, from the meteoric rise of Battlegrounds Mobile India (BGMI) and Free Fire to the emergence of new contenders like Valorant. Recently, the esports head of Hyderabad Hydras Nishant “iFlicks” Murlidharan shared his perspective on the potential impact of Valorant Mobile on BGMI in India. iFlicks noted that Valorant Mobile has the potential to overtake BGMI, but it depends on many different factors.

iFlicks Believes Valorant Mobile Can Take Over BGMI

BGMI has established itself as one of the most prominent games in the Indian esports scene. It has garnered a dedicated player base and a thriving competitive ecosystem. However, as iFlicks pointed out, the future of BGMI is not without uncertainties. He acknowledged that while BGMI will continue to run, its long-term prospects are less certain.

The key factor that could potentially reshape BGMI esports landscape is Valorant Mobile. This highly anticipated title, developed by Riot Games, has generated immense hype worldwide. Following this, iFlicks expressed his belief that its success in India hinges on several critical factors, including its anti-cheat system and Riot Games’ investment in the game. 

• Robust Anti-Cheat System: One of the critical issues plaguing BGMI competitive scene is the prevalence of hackers. Valorant offers a robust anti-cheat system. Additionally, if Riot Games’ is able to replicate this system in the mobile version of the game, it could be a game changer. 

• Riot’s Investment: iFlicks emphasized the importance of Riot Games’ investment in the game. Frequent tournaments with substantial prize pools have the potential to attract top-tier talent and elevate Valorant Mobile to the forefront of Indian esports.

iFlicks Explains How Valorant Became Popular in India 

To explain why Valorant has already gained such massive popularity in India, iFlicks examined the role of content creators. With the ban of PUBG Mobile, many prominent influencers from S8UL Esports, including Naman “MortaL” Mathur, shifted their focus to Valorant. Moreover, livestreaming Valorant and creating engaging content around the game, these influencers played a pivotal role in educating their audiences about Valorant.

Live streaming played a pivotal role in introducing the Indian audience to Valorant. Viewers not only enjoyed watching their favorite content creators play the game but also became more invested in it. The interactive nature of live streams allowed for engagement and connection, fostering a sense of community around Valorant.

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