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News18
5 days ago
- Sport
- News18
Indian Esports Eyes Growth As PC Games Join Asian Youth Games 2025 Medal Lineup
Last Updated: Esports was announced as an official medal event at the Asian Youth Games, which will take place in Bahrain from October 22 to 31, 2025 The 3rd Asian Youth Games (AYG) will feature eFootball, Street Fighter, and Rocket League as official medal events in both boys' and girls' categories. Scheduled to take place in Bahrain from 22 to 31 October 2025, the tournament will include 24 sports disciplines, with esports making its debut as an official medal event. Open to athletes aged 15 to 18 years as of 31 December 2025, the esports competitions will be governed by the Asian Electronic Sports Federation (AESF). The inclusion of these PC-based esports titles presents a promising opportunity for India to develop its esports ecosystem at the grassroots level. Earlier this year, esports made significant strides nationally when the Khelo India Youth Games featured titles such as BGMI, Street Fighter 6, eFootball, and chess as demonstration sports. With continued exposure at events of this scale, young gamers from across the country now have clearer pathways to enter competitive esports. Recognising esports as an official discipline in international multi-sport tournaments boosts its credibility and establishes it as a viable career path in India. Organisations like S8UL, a global powerhouse in esports and gaming content, have pushed the boundaries worldwide. S8UL will be the first and only organisation representing India at the upcoming Esports World Cup 2025 in Riyadh, competing across eight different titles and further demonstrating the country's growing presence on the global esports stage. Animesh Agarwal, Co-founder and CEO of S8UL, commented on the development, saying, 'It's a proud moment to see esports take the global stage at the Asian Youth Games with titles like Street Fighter, eFootball, and Rocket League being officially recognised." He believes this is just the beginning for the players, the community, and the future of competitive gaming. The fact that all three games featured at AYG 2025 are PC-based titles marks an important development for India, where mobile gaming has historically dominated. Momentum for PC gaming is growing, with key players investing in infrastructure and accessibility. CyberPowerPC India, which entered the country last year, has been at the forefront of this movement. The company recently partnered with Indian esports organisation Orangutan to power their state-of-the-art gaming facility, ApeCity, with high-performance PCs. Vishal Parekh, Chief Operating Officer of CyberPowerPC India, expressed excitement about prominent PC titles taking centre stage at the 3rd Asian Youth Games 2025, viewing it as a sign that competitive gaming in Asia is evolving in the right direction. He emphasised that creating accessible spaces like their PC installation at ApeCity helps young gamers experience top-tier hardware and realise their potential. Esports will also feature at the upcoming Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, scheduled for next year, where 11 esports titles will be official medal events. India had earlier competed in four titles at the Asian Games 2022 and is now gearing up for a stronger showing in its next campaign. Pravan Parikh, Co-Founder and Product Lead of Dirtcube Interactive LLP, which launched India's first-of-its-kind gaming backend platform Specter, views the inclusion of esports at the 3rd Asian Youth Games 2025 as a landmark moment for young gamers in India. He believes it brings structure and recognition to a dream that many aspiring players have long held and sees it as an encouraging sign that esports is finally being embraced as a serious discipline within the larger sporting ecosystem. As India prepares to compete at the AYG 2025, the recognition of esports alongside traditional sports is becoming increasingly mainstream. With growing investment, improved infrastructure, and stronger national representation, India is on the path to becoming not just a participant but a serious contender in global esports.
United News of India
06-05-2025
- Business
- United News of India
India's gamers & esports athletes get new PC gaming training ground
Mumbai, May 6 (UNI) As India sets its sights on competing at the Asian Games, where esports will once again be a medal event, and the Olympic Esports Games that follow, it's clear that the country's athletes need access to hardware that matches their skills. With the Asian Games featuring multiple PC titles such as League of Legends and Naraka Bladepoint, the demand for high-performance systems is greater than ever. However, not every aspiring gamer can afford top-end setups. To make the best-in-class technology accessible and create a space where raw talent can thrive, CyberPowerPC, a global leader in custom gaming computers, has partnered with Indian esports organization Orangutan to power its newly launched esports arena ApeCity with high-performance gaming PCs. This includes top-end rigs designed to deliver the best gaming experience for competitive players, streamers, and casual gamers alike. Located in the heart of Navi Mumbai, ApeCity is a dedicated space for the gaming and esports community that offers a premium experience for fans, creators, and competitive gamers. For many Indian gamers at the grassroots level, this will be their first experience with high-end PC gaming. This initiative by CyberPowerPC India will give gamers and esports athletes an opportunity to experience elite-level hardware without the financial burden. The advanced systems will not only help them understand the capabilities of top-spec machines but also give them the ideal environment to practice, improve, and dream bigger. Vishal Parekh, Chief Operating Officer, CyberPowerPC India said, 'To grow the PC gaming ecosystem and truly prepare for global stages like the Olympic Esports Games, EWC, or the Asian Games, India needs more than just ambition. We need infrastructure, opportunity, and community. Not every gamer can buy a high-end rig, which is why this partnership with Orangutan is so important." "Through ApeCity, we're not only offering top-tier hardware but also scouting talent and providing a real platform where they can thrive. Whether it's tournaments, content creation, or casual gaming, our goal is to give players an optimized environment that helps them push their limits and reach their full potential. We're proud to do our bit to help Indian esports athletes rise and shine internationally,' he said. In addition to CyberPowerPC India's gaming rigs, ApeCity features nine PlayStations for console enthusiasts, a state-of-the-art Sim Racing setup, and a Watchparty and Live Screening Zone for viewing major tournaments and matches. It also houses Chug and Chow by ApeCity, an in-house café built as a space for the community to relax, connect, and recharge, according to a media statement. Yash Bhanushali, Founder, Orangutan & ApeCity commented, 'Building ApeCity has been a dream of mine since childhood - to create a space where gamers could come together, grow, and thrive. Orangutan has always believed in raising the bar for esports in India, and with ApeCity, we're stepping into a new vertical that directly supports the grassroots community. Partnering with CyberPowerPC India was a natural fit." "Their commitment to performance and empowering gamers aligns perfectly with our vision. With their high-end rigs powering our arena, we're making elite level infrastructure accessible to everyone, whether you're a casual gamer, a rising star, or someone chasing big dreams in esports. This is just the beginning, and we're excited to redefine what community-led esports spaces look like in India,' Bhanushali said. According to Niko Partners' Indian Gamer Behaviour and Market Insights report, 77.3 percent of PC gamers in India spent more on games in Q1 2024 than the previous year, outpacing the spending growth in mobile and console gaming. Additionally, Steam reported a 150 percent increase in new users from India between 2019 and 2024, highlighting the growing adoption of PC gaming in the country. This partnership with Orangutan reflects CyberPowerPC India's strong focus on supporting the growth of PC gaming in India. Over the past year, the brand has consistently created opportunities for gamers beyond just offering high-end systems. At GamingCon last year, CyberPowerPC India ran an exclusive giveaway, where two Mumbai-based gamers won gaming PCs worth over INR 1 lakh each. Shortly after, at Bengaluru Comic Con, the brand hosted another giveaway, where an IITian won a custom-built PC worth INR 2.5 lakhs, reinforcing its mission to empower passionate gamers from all backgrounds. Through its state-of-the-art systems at ApeCity, CyberPowerPC India aims to inspire and enable the next generation of Indian gamers. By offering them the best possible gaming experience at the grassroots level, the brand hopes to empower future esports athletes who may one day represent India on the world stage. UNI BM
