Global esports festival WCG (World Cyber Games) announced that its 2025 edition will feature a National Showdown in India. The showdown will take place this September, in partnership with India’s premier esports company, Upthrust Esports. Check out more information about World Cyber Games 2025 below.
Founded in 2000, WCG is one of the world’s most iconic esports festivals. Today, it serves as a global platform that connects creators, gamers, and fans through interactive events and content. Following the success of WCG 2024, which introduced a creator-focused format for the first time, WCG 2025 will host National Showdowns in Korea, India, and the Philippines, culminating in a global festival in Indonesia this December.
WCG 2025 National Showdown India
The Indian edition, titled WCG 2025 National Showdown India, will spotlight popular Indian gaming creators as they face off in Creator Rumble, a unique competition format that blends gaming skill with board-game-style randomness. Originally launched in 2024, Creator Rumble has rapidly grown into WCG’s signature IP, offering a dynamic mix of competition, entertainment, and unpredictability.
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To bring this event to life, WCG’s organizer Bigpicture Interactive has partnered with Upthrust Esports, one of India’s leading event producers known for its work with gaming influencers and community-driven content.
“India is one of the most dynamic and fast-growing gaming communities in the world,” said Kyungjun Min, Director of Global IP Strategy Division at Bigpicture Interactive. “We’re excited to collaborate with Upthrust Esports to deliver a creator-first experience that truly reflects India’s passion for gaming and entertainment.”
“We are thrilled to partner with WCG to bring the world’s premier gaming festival to India’s doorstep. This Collaboration not only showcases the incredible talent & passion of our gaming community but also paves the way for a new era of opportunities – where Top Indian Creators will be participating & winning team will go against top global creators in the WCG Festival 2025 at the global stage. Together WCG & Upthrust are redefining what gaming & entertainment means in India & beyond.” said Kartik Sabherwal, Founder & CEO, Upthrust Esports
More details on the lineup of creators, competition format, and streaming platforms will be announced in the coming weeks.
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