GamingCon Bharat, India’s flagship festival celebrating gaming, esports, creators, and interactive entertainment, is set to return for its highly anticipated second edition on 29–30 November 2025 at the Bombay Exhibition Centre (NESCO), Goregaon East, Mumbai.
Following a successful debut in 2024, the upcoming edition will see a significant expansion in scale, participation, and experiential content, uniting the complete spectrum of India’s gaming ecosystem—from developers, publishers, and esports organisations to creators, brands, investors, and gaming enthusiasts.
A Fully Playable Festival Experience
Distinguishing itself from conventional expos, GamingCon Bharat has been conceptualised as a “play everything” festival, where each booth serves as a live gaming experience zone. The venue will transform into a large-scale, interactive playground featuring esports arenas, console bays, indie demo pods, and retro gaming setups. Visitors can explore multiple free-play zones throughout both days, catering to competitive players, casual gamers, and newcomers alike.
Strengthening India’s Gaming Ecosystem
Speaking about the upcoming edition, Vikas Vij, Managing Director – IDEX Events & Founder of GamingCon Bharat, stated: “Our goal with GamingCon is to create a platform that doesn’t just entertain but also grows the ecosystem. It brings together key stakeholders — fans, brands, studios, creators, esports teams, investors, and government officials — in one live environment. 2025 will be our most immersive and industry-inclusive edition so far.”
The event continues its partnership with the Indian Game Publishers & Developers Association (IGPDA) and is officially recognised by the CMO, Government of Maharashtra, further solidifying its status as a nationally aligned, credible gaming IP.
Vishal Gondal, Founder of Ncore Games and Founding Member of IGPDA, added: “GamingCon Bharat is where India’s gaming future begins. This is more than an event — it’s a gathering point where the ecosystem converges to imagine, build, and scale India’s presence in the global gaming industry.”
Key Highlights of GamingCon Bharat 2025
- The Expo: Leading brands showcasing the latest in hardware, software, accessories, and game launches.
- Free-Play Gaming Zones: Open-access sections for console, PC, indie, retro, and party games.
- Esports Arena: Live grand finals for popular titles including BGMI, Valorant, EA FC and more.
- IndieVerse: Featuring 15 shortlisted Indian indie games, chosen from over 100 submissions.
- Cosplay Showdown: Over 100 participants competing across judging rounds and prize categories.
- IGPDA India Gaming Conference: In-depth discussions featuring government representatives, studios, publishers, investors, and creators on the state of India’s gaming industry.
- Main Stage: High-energy brand showcases, creator sessions, entertainment segments, and the Just Dance finale.
Why GamingCon Bharat Stands Apart
- Designed for every type of gamer — professional, casual, creator, or first-time player.
- A fully playable format, enabling real-time engagement and participation.
- Endorsed by IGPDA and recognised by the Government of Maharashtra.
- A strategic platform for brands to connect with India’s fast-growing youth demographic.
- A discovery hub spotlighting Indian studios, gaming products, and emerging talent.
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Event Details
Dates: 29–30 November 2025
Venue: Bombay Exhibition Centre (NESCO), Goregaon East, Mumbai
Passes: Available on the District App
Website: www.gamingcon.in
Instagram: @gamingcon_official
