Indian Esports Players See Career Potential but Face Structural Gaps

A survey of 1,500 esports players in India found that most see competitive gaming as a viable career.

Over 80% believe they can make a living from it, and nearly half think it's very viable.

However, many players worry about making enough money and having enough job opportunities.

They also face challenges like getting support from their families and dealing with social stigma.

Many players want to be professional gamers or streamers, but others are interested in roles like coaches or team managers.

The survey also found that players think esports needs more support from the government, better places to play, and career counseling.

Most players believe esports is as valid as physical sports, and many are comfortable calling professional gamers athletes.

The survey also showed that esports players develop important skills like strategic thinking and discipline.

Overall, while there's a lot of potential, there are still many challenges to overcome.