Indian esports and gaming company Skyesports has partnered with AMD and Microsoft to host the Skyesports Masters CS:GO tournament. The tournament, which will be hosted across multiple game cafes in India, will feature a 2 Crore INR prize pool and eight teams.
Skyesports hopes to create new revenue opportunities for Indian teams that qualify for the event. Skyesports previously collaborated with Microsoft on the third season of the Windows 11 Skyesports Grand Slam, a multi-title tournament backed by the government-led India Gaming Show.
"The franchised esports league includes a long LAN event in Mumbai offering brands an ideal place to not only show their products but also connect with the audience on the ground as well," said Shiva Nandy, Founder and CEO of Skyesports.
Indian Esports Leagues
Skyesports Partners with AMD and Microsoft for a New Indian CS:GO League
Trend Themes
1. Indian Esports Expansion - The partnership between Skyesports, AMD, and Microsoft signifies the expansion of the esports industry in India.
2. Franchised Esports Leagues - Skyesports' franchising model for esports tournaments presents an opportunity for disruptive innovation in the Indian gaming industry.
3. Increased Prize Pools - Skyesports' CS:GO tournament features a large prize pool, indicating a trend towards increased prize money in Indian esports tournaments.
Industry Implications
1. Gaming - The partnership between Skyesports, AMD, and Microsoft in India highlights growth and innovation opportunities for companies within the gaming industry.
2. Technology - Skyesports' collaboration with AMD and Microsoft for the Skyesports Masters tournament presents opportunities for technological advancements and innovation within the industry.
3. Marketing and Advertising - The franchise model of Skyesports' tournaments offers opportunities for marketing and advertising companies to connect with gaming audiences in new ways.