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GIGABYTE College Combat: Fostering Future Esports Talent at Universities Across India
The tournament garnered tremendous enthusiasm with more than 2500 students actively participating.
The "GIGABYTE College Combat" esports tournament reached its exciting conclusion after making waves in five major cities. It commenced its journey at Manipal University, Jaipur, before progressing to AIIMS Bhubhaneshwar, NSUT Delhi, KJ Somaiya, Mumbai, and finally culminating at BITS Pilani, Goa. The tournament garnered tremendous enthusiasm with more than 2500 students actively participating. Additionally, the gaming arenas witnessed an impressive footfall of over 20,000 attendees, contributing to an overall reach of over 3.5 million across these five esteemed colleges.
Central to the event's success is the GIGABYTE technology provided to the participants. The GIGABYTE G5 gaming laptops, equipped with NVIDIA® GeForce RTXTM 40 Series Laptop GPUs, 12th Gen Intel® CoreTM i5 Processor 12500H-Series, and 15.6" Thin Bezel FHD 144Hz Displays, have been instrumental in delivering a top-tier gaming experience.
Furthermore, the tournament has been enhanced with GIGABYTE's GeForce RTX 4070 GAMING OC 12G Graphics Cards and GIGABYTE GS27F Performance Monitors. These 27-inch SS IPS displays, with a 165Hz refresh rate overclockable to 170Hz and a 1ms response time, have provided players with impeccable visual clarity and fluidity, essential for competitive gaming.
Supriya Gawde Mankame, Deputy General Manager, GIGABYTE Technology India Pvt Ltd. commented on the success of the IP, “We at GIGABYTE are thrilled to see the impact that the GIGABYTE College Combat tournament is having on the collegiate esports landscape across India. It's not just about competition; it’s about empowering students and providing them with a platform to shine using the best technology available. Our GIGABYTE G5 gaming laptops with GeForce RTX 4050 ensured that all participants experience professional-level gameplay, which is crucial in a competitive environment like this. Watching these young talents perform so exceptionally, driven by their passion and our technology, truly underscores the potential of esports in academia. We are proud to contribute to this growth and remain committed to nurturing the skills of young esports enthusiasts everywhere.”
"As a student who participated in the 'GIGABYTE College Combat' esports tournament, I can say it was a truly memorable experience. The event wasn't just about gaming; it was about connecting with fellow gamers from different departments of my college. The energy in the gaming arena was palpable, and competing against skilled opponents was both challenging and rewarding. With so many people in the gaming arena looking at us, the scale of the event was impressive. It provided a unique opportunity for personal growth and networking. Thanks to GIGABYTE and Upthrust Esports for organizing such a remarkable tournament. Looking forward to future events!", said a student from BITS Pilani, Goa in interaction with the GIGABYTE team.
Catch up on all the entertainment and the journey of the "GIGABYTE College Combat" tournament, including players’ performances and quick bits from the colleges, interested gamers can follow the @aorus_in and @upthrust_esports Instagram handles. The event underscores the commitment of GIGABYTE and Upthrust Esports to nurturing the future of esports, emphasising skill development and enjoyment in a technologically advanced setting