Archive · 24 May 2025
Gaming's Influence: 'Gami-Vacations' Surge in Popularity
Imagine playing a cool video game and wanting to visit the places in it!
That's what's happening.
People in India are traveling more because of the places they see in video games.
This has created a new kind of vacation called 'gami-vacations'.
These trips include visiting places from games, going to gaming events, and even themed stays.
The gaming industry is growing, and more people are combining their love of games with travel, especially younger generations.
Video games are a significant source of wanderlust for Indian travelers.
88% of Indian travelers are motivated to book international trips based on game locations.
Gaming conventions and events drive travel, giving rise to 'gami-vacations'.
India's gaming industry is projected to reach ₹32,472 crores by the year-end.
Gaming-inspired trips include VR previews, themed stays, and eSports tournaments.
- Who
- Indian travelers, Gen Z, millennials, and gaming industry
- What
- Gaming inspires travel, leading to 'gami-vacations'
- When
- Ongoing trend
- Where
- Worldwide, with increased interest from India
- Why
- Gaming locations inspire travel; gaming events drive tourism
- Gami-vacation definition
- Travel combining gaming and traditional vacation elements
- Indian travelers inspired by games
- 88%
- Indian travelers planning more travel in 2025
- 66%
- Gaming industry forecast (India)
- ₹32,472 crores by year-end
- Gaming gear on vacation
- 67% of Indian gamers bring gaming gear