In a significant step toward promoting digital entertainment and creative industries, the Government of India has announced the launch of the ‘Create in India Challenge.’ This initiative aims to nurture and showcase talent across various creative domains, including esports, anime, gaming, and visual arts. As a part of this initiative, Lokesh Suji from the Esports Federation of India (ESFI) revealed an esports tournament series featuring three popular esports titles– Battlegrounds Mobile India (BGMI), eFootball, and World Cricket Championship 3 (WCC3).
Tournament Details
This tournament will feature three esports titles:
- eFootball: 1v1 matches
- World Cricket Championship 3 (WCC3): 1v1 matches
- BGMI: Solo and Squad modes
Format and Structure
The tournament will unfold in multiple stages, starting with online qualifiers and culminating in a grand finale in Goa. Here’s a breakdown of the format:
- Online Qualifiers: The qualifiers will take place in four batches, allowing a wide pool of participants to compete. The dates for these batches are as follows:
- Batch 1: September 1st – September 15th
- Batch 2: September 18th – October 2nd
- Batch 3: October 4th – October 19th
- Batch 4: October 21st – November 4th
- Grand Finals in Goa: The top players and teams from each batch will advance to the Grand Finals. The Grand Finals all set to take place in Goa from November 20th to November 24th. The finals will feature:
- eFootball/WCC3: 64 players each, comprising 60 players from the qualifiers (15 from each batch) and four internationally invited national players from other countries.
- BGMI: 16 teams, including 12 teams from the qualifiers (three from each batch) and four internationally invited national teams.
- Rewards and Prizes: The winners will win cash prizes and exclusive goodies, making it a highly lucrative competition for all participants.
Roadmap to the Finals
The roadmap for the tournament is meticulously planned to maximize engagement and participation:
- Registrations will open on key dates: August 23rd, September 1st, September 18th, and October 4th.
- Following the online qualifiers, the top players will battle it out in Goa, with the quarter-finals, semi-finals, and finals being live on platforms like YouTube.
Engaging India’s Tech-Savvy Youth
The ‘Create in India Challenge’ as well as its very own esports tournament have been designed to reach India’s digitally native and tech-savvy youth. The government seeks to create a conducive environment for creativity and innovation using the appeal of video and gaming. The initiative aligns with India’s broader goal of becoming a global hub for digital entertainment and creative industries.
Massive Participation and Viewership Anticipated
The tournament is projected to draw around 500,000 participants, highlighting the massive scale and popularity of esports in the country. Additionally, the finals’ streaming will garner over 10 million views, underscoring the growing interest and engagement in esports among Indian audiences.
The announcement of this tournament represents a promising step for the Indian esports scene, which has been rapidly growing over the past few years. By organizing such large-scale events and providing a platform for both local and international talent, India is positioning itself as a significant player in the global esports landscape.
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