Event Schedule

Day 1: Ignite the GameVerse

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM: Registration & Welcome

Attendees register, collect badges, and explore the Esports Expo with VR/AR gaming stations and sponsor zones. Virtual attendees access a digital expo tour.

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM: Opening Ceremony

Keynote speeches by an Indian esports pioneer and an international figure. Features an AV showcase blending Indian culture and gaming visuals.

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM: Global Esports Conference

Panel: “The Future of Esports: Web3 Gaming, AI, and Metaverse” with gaming CEOs, blockchain experts, and AI innovators.

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM: Esports Tournament Showcase

Live Valorant and BGMI matches with international teams and live commentary. Virtual audience engages via interactive polls.

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM: Lunch Break & Networking

Industry networking in matchmaking lounges for investors, developers, and brands.

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM: Workshops & Masterclasses

Hands-on game development workshop with Unity/Unreal Engine. Live-streamed for virtual attendees with Q&A.

3:30 PM - 4:00 PM: Coffee Break & Cosplay Parade

Global cosplayers showcase iconic game characters with Indian-inspired designs, livestreamed for virtual audiences.

4:00 PM - 5:30 PM: Hackathon & Innovation Challenge Kickoff

24-hour game dev sprint on esports tech solutions (AI analytics, XR viewing) with mentor guidance.

5:30 PM - 7:00 PM: Global Esports Policy Roundtable

Federation heads discuss cross-border tournament regulations and anti-cheating laws.

7:00 PM - 9:00 PM: Global Esports Awards Night

Awards for Best Team, Player, Streamer, Caster, Female Gamer, and Organizer, with live Indian EDM performances.

9:00 PM - 10:00 PM: Networking Afterparty

Brand activations with interactive game zones (Intel Zone, Logitech Arena) and loot drops.

Day 2: Level Up the Future

8:30 AM - 9:00 AM: Morning Kickoff

Explore the International Delegation Pavilion with country-specific games and cultural displays.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM: Global Esports Conference

Fireside chat with a pro gamer and team owner on the evolution of competitive gaming.

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM: Esports Tournament Showcase

Celebrity vs. Pro Gamer exhibition match with Indian celebrities vs. pro gamers, streamed globally.

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM: Lunch Break & Networking

Esports job and internship fair with gaming studios and organizations recruiting.

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM: Esports Research Symposium

Academic institutions present whitepapers on esports trends, e.g., India’s mobile gaming boom.

2:30 PM - 4:00 PM: Investor & Incubator Forum

Gaming startups and tournament organizers pitch to investors with live pitch deck reviews.

4:00 PM - 4:30 PM: Coffee Break & Cosplay Contest

Judged cosplay contest with prizes for game-inspired and Indian-themed costumes, livestreamed.

4:30 PM - 6:00 PM: Hackathon & Innovation Challenge Finale

Teams present AI, XR, or analytics solutions. Winners announced with sponsor prizes.

6:00 PM - 7:30 PM: Closing Ceremony

B2B & Policy Forum on esports regulations and inclusion. Closing keynote on India’s esports future and Summit 2026 announcement.

7:30 PM - 9:00 PM: Farewell Party

Streamer Zone and Creator Meet & Greet with top YouTubers and Twitch streamers, with a farewell live stream.