E-sports tournament platform, Gamerji, announced the launch of its operations in the Southeast Asia market starting with Indonesia and the Philippines.
Ahmedabad-headquartered esports company Gamerji has gone live with eight game titles including PUBG Mobile, Free Fire, MLBB, Valorant, Clash Royale, CS:GO, Rocket League and FIFA. New users get virtual currency and a free three-day subscription on joining as a welcome offer. Gamerji can be accessed via its website and is also available on Android and iOS stores. The company plans to add one million users from the Southeast Asia region over the next 12 months.
Founded in 2019, by gaming expert and serial entrepreneur, Soham Thacker, Gamerji aims to bridge the gap between amateur and professional gamers by providing them with a credible platform to further hone their skills. The company allows gamers to compete, host matches, communicate and get recognised for their gaming skills. The company has a registered user base of over 10.8 million and aims to cross 20 million in the next 12 months.
“As esports continues its exponential growth, gaining recognition globally from esteemed Olympic councils to governments, educational institutions, brands, and industries, Gamerji is committed to enhancing its presence in SEA markets which have been witnessing the soaring popularity of esports. We aim to offer a comprehensive experience, where gamers can sharpen their skills through daily tournaments and enjoy a safe, fair, and exhilarating gaming environment, with rewards awaiting them,” Soham Thacker, CEO and founder, Gamerji, said.
Last year, Gamerji raised $3 million in the pre-Series A round, and started with its international expansion and launched operations in UAE and Saudi Arabia. Gamerji’s strategy is to build a large user base in India and cater to cross-border tournaments in other regions.