Gaming
ZOWIE eXTREMESLAND CS Asia Open 2024 returns with a $100K prize pool
Mumbai: eXTREMESLAND announces the return of the ZOWIE eXTREMESLAND CS Asia Open 2024, inviting the gaming community to “Break limits!” This year, the tournament features 16 top teams and a prize pool of $100,000, promising an intense competition. The Grand Final will take place in mid-January 2025 in Shanghai, a major highlight in the global esports calendar.
Last year, eXTREMESLAND hosted an invitational event, rekindling the passion of Counter-Strike players worldwide. Eight teams from across the globe competed in Shanghai, creating unforgettable moments for both players and fans in the Asia-Pacific region.
In 2024, eXTREMESLAND returned to its open tournament format. The event will bring national teams to the final stage after they overcome rigorous regional challenges. The theme, ‘Break limits,’ embodies eXTREMESLAND’s dedication to the Asia-Pacific CS community and its commitment to pushing the boundaries of competition.
The tournament will feature 16 top teams emerging from local qualifiers. Teams from Vietnam, Mongolia, Australia, Thailand, China, India, Singapore, Korea, the Philippines, and the Middle East will compete. Regional representatives will be announced starting in November. The teams will face off in Shanghai for the Grand Final, where the champions will be crowned.
BenQ India and South Asia’s managing director Rajeev Singh shared his excitement:”We are delighted to continue supporting Indian esports, playing our part in the ongoing revolution. Gaming is a key sector for BenQ India, and it is only set to grow further. Our gaming monitors have a long-standing reputation for delivering top-notch performance, and this event is an ideal platform to showcase our dedication to the gaming community.”
The India qualifiers begin on 20 September 2024, with the first phase held online. Single-elimination matches will determine the top eight teams, who will then move to phase two for local qualifiers. In this phase, teams will play in a double-elimination format, with upper and lower brackets. The final two teams will face off at the local LAN finals, and the winner will represent India at the ZOWIE eXTREMESLAND CS Asia Open. Teams can register and find more details about the rules at https://zowieextremesland.in.
Gaming
Konami concludes successful eFootball India campaign
Campaign featuring Rinku Singh, Varun Chakravarthy and other stars boosts engagement ahead of FIFA World Cup 2026.
MUMBAI: When cricket meets football in the virtual world, even the biggest fans can’t help but score and Konami’s latest eFootball campaign in India has clearly hit the back of the net. Konami Digital Entertainment has successfully wrapped up its India campaign for eFootball, which brought together cricketers Rinku Singh and Varun Chakravarthy, actors Naslen Gafoor and Chandu Salim Kumar, and footballers Sahal Abdul Samad and Shubhasish Bose. The multi-star campaign generated strong excitement across gaming, football, and creator communities through social content, fan participation, and in-game engagement.
Building on the initial launch that featured a limited-time Lionel Messi card, the campaign united fan communities, lifestyle creators, football creators, and competitive eFootball influencers. It significantly expanded the game’s visibility and deepened engagement with fans across the country.
The campaign also saw thousands of entries submitted as part of its social media engagement challenge, reflecting high levels of community enthusiasm and active creator involvement.
Looking ahead, Konami plans to build on this momentum with more eFootball experiences for Indian fans as the FIFA World Cup 2026 approaches. With global attention on the tournament set to rise, India will remain a key market for deepening community engagement and bringing fans closer to the action.
In a country that lives and breathes sport, Konami has shown that mixing real-world stars with virtual thrills is a winning formula leaving fans eagerly waiting for the next goal.
