How 5G Can Revolutionize India's Gaming Industry

Gaming experts say that 5G will accelerate esports and video gaming growth in India tremendously

- S SHANTHI

Indian telecom industry had a historic moment on October 1, 2022 when Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced the launch of 5G services in India. Currently offered by two telecom operators- Airtel and Jio, the services are expected to bring a revolution. For the gaming sector, this means super-fast downloads and uploads, glitch-free multiplayer video games, live streaming, and real-time gaming.

It is being said that 5G will accelerate esports and video gaming growth in India in multiple ways. We asked experts how.

"5G is powering new possibilities for professional players by maintaining a stable internet connection which is crucial. With a raw speed that is much higher than that of 4G, players can experience a smooth and uninterrupted playtime. With faster speed and improved latency, gamers will get a more competitive edge and will catapult the billion-dollar industry of esports, said Lokesh Suji, director, Esports Federation of India and Vice President of the Asian Esports Federation (AESF).