AMD GameOn 2024 Grand Finale Heads to Hyderabad with ₹300,000 Prize Pool
AMD, a global leader in semiconductor manufacturing, has announced the culmination of its highly anticipated AMD GameOn 2024 esports tournament at IndiaJoy 2024, Asia's premier media and entertainment event. The Main Event, featuring a ₹300,000 prize pool for Counter-Strike 2, will take place at the Hyderabad International Convention Centre (HICC), Novotel, Hyderabad, on November 16 and 17, 2024.
Road to the Finals
The tournament began with open qualifiers, offering gamers across India the chance to compete. After intense competition in the Closed Qualifiers, the final four teams—True Rippers, Carnival Gaming, Gods Reign, and Victores Sumus—secured their spots for the single-elimination finals at IndiaJoy 2024. Matches will be livestreamed on Skyesports’ YouTube channel, ensuring fans nationwide can join the action.
Speaking about the tournament, Pramit Khanna, Channel Marketing Manager DIY and Gaming, AMD India, said:
“The AMD GameOn 2024 underscores our commitment to India’s esports ecosystem. With an open-for-all format, every gamer has the chance to compete. We’re excited to welcome the finalists to Hyderabad and wish all participants the best of luck.”
On-Ground Experience for Gamers
The AMD booth at IndiaJoy 2024 promises a blend of competitive action and hands-on gaming. Attendees will experience AMD Advantage systems, designed for optimized performance with AMD Ryzen™ CPUs, AMD Radeon™ GPUs, smart technologies, and AMD software, creating an immersive space for gaming enthusiasts.
Skyesports Partners to Elevate the Event
As the official esports partner, Skyesports brings its expertise to the tournament. Founder and CEO Shiva Nandy shared:
“Partnering with AMD for GameOn 2024 aligns with our vision of spotlighting Counter-Strike 2. With open qualifiers and top-tier invited teams, this event is set to thrill gamers. It also sets the stage for our ambitious $1.7 million prize pool roadmap for 2025.”
India’s Growing Esports Market
India is home to 500 million gamers, with projections suggesting this will grow to 730 million by 2028 at a 10% CAGR. According to Niko Partners, 65% of Indian gamers watch or compete in esports, making events like AMD GameOn pivotal in attracting attention and fostering growth in the sector.
About AMD and Skyesports
- AMD: For over 50 years, AMD has led in high-performance computing, graphics, and visualization technologies, enabling innovations across industries. Learn more at AMD.
- Skyesports: Based in Chennai, Skyesports builds global IPs and hosts world-class tournaments, driving the gaming and esports industry forward. Visit Skyesports for more.
Don’t miss the action-packed conclusion of AMD GameOn 2024 in Hyderabad—where India’s top teams will battle for supremacy and a chance to etch their names in esports history.
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