India’s biggest gaming fest IGX 2025 to host tournaments for 400+ schools and colleges
With a plethora of exciting activities lined up, Indian Gaming Expo (IGX) 2025 will take place at Nesco Ground, Mumbai from January 24 to 25
Mumbai : Indian Gaming Expo (IGX), the country’s biggest esports and gaming festival and a joint initiative of Hungama and Eva Live, is all set to feature esports tournaments and cosplay competition for 400+ schools and colleges on January 24-25, 2025, at Nesco Ground, Mumbai.
The esports tournaments at IGX 2025 will feature top mobile, PC and console titles. Another major highlight of the two-day event will be the cosplay competition where India’s top cosplayers will be vying for bragging rights and prizes.
In addition to esports tournaments and cosplay competition, the highly anticipated sixth edition of the event will also showcase a blend of meet-and-greet sessions, panel discussions, game development workshops, and more, catering to gaming enthusiasts across the country.
The involvement of Hungama, one of India’s leading digital entertainment companies, in IGX 2025 marks a significant push toward mainstreaming gaming culture in India. The company’s vast expertise in providing services across music, video, entertainment news, and gaming will help enhance the event’s offerings, ensuring a seamless blend of entertainment and interactive experiences for attendees.
Neeraj Roy, Founder & Chief Executive Officer at Hungama said, “We are delighted to bring IGX back to the Indian gaming community. India is currently one of the fastest-growing gaming markets in the world, and Hungama is dedicated to contributing to the growth of this sector together with Eva Live. The sixth edition of IGX will serve as a platform to showcase the talent and creativity of gamers, developers and esports athletes across the country. We look forward to seeing the community come together to celebrate everything gaming has to offer.”
As India’s leading IP and live event conglomerate, Eva Live boasts a proven track record in creating outstanding festivals, concerts, and event IPs, such as the Windmill Festival, Bollywood Music Project and The Edutainment Show. This will mark Eva Live’s foray into the burgeoning gaming industry. Leveraging this rich experience in curating bespoke festivals, Eva Live will make IGX larger than life by bringing immersive experiences, facilitating high-profile industry collaborations and making it a community-first event by ensuring there’s something for every gamer.
“Eva Live is committed to creating unparalleled live experiences, and with IGX 2025 we are excited to host India’s largest gaming community under one roof. Through this event, we aim to exceed the expectations of gaming enthusiasts by setting new standards for immersive gaming events,” commented Deepak Choudhary, Founder & Managing Director of Eva Live.
IGX 2025 will also include panel discussions and game development workshops featuring industry experts, while fans will also be able to interact with India’s leading gamers and influencers. Attendees can enjoy hands-on experiences with cutting-edge AR/VR/MR devices, game engines, games and installations, merchandise, collectibles, retro games, and gaming art installations.
IGX 2025 is expected to draw over 30,000 attendees, 40+ hours of live-streamed content alongside 250+ brands and representatives. The event has previously partnered with industry giants across endemic and non-endemic brands solidifying its reputation as India’s premier gaming fest.