Online gaming and esports report
AI visibility and ranking report
- Industry
- Media & entertainment
- Sub-industry
- Online gaming and esports
- Country
- India
- Published
- Q3-CY26
- Categories
- 5
- Questions
- 25
- Citations
- 375
- Domains
- 204
Disclaimer: This is original research data created using AI simulations, so treat it as an opinion piece rather than a statement of fact. AI models can make mistakes, and the figures here reflect what engines returned on the run date. Do your own research before you make any decision based on it.
Executive summary
AI answer engines now help Indian gamers and parents pick games, understand the 2025 ban on money games, follow esports and keep children safe. We ran 25 questions across five categories with live web search. The run produced 375 citations from 204 unique domains.
BGMI, the Indian version of PUBG Mobile, leads on 25.6 percent and is named on 9 of 25 questions. iQOO, a phone brand, is second on 13.6 percent, ahead of Dream11 and PlayStation on 12.0 percent each.
The sharper finding sits in the sources. Three gaming news sites supply 53 of the 375 citations, and a phone brand's own fan forum answers questions on esports careers and teams. On the money gaming ban, stockbrokers' pages are cited, while no government website is cited even once.
Top 10 brands by AI visibility score
| # | Brand | Type | Visibility | Share |
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| 1 | BGMI | Mobile game | 25.6% | |
| 2 | iQOO | Phone brand | 13.6% | |
| 3 | Dream11 | Fantasy sports app | 12.0% | |
| 4 | PlayStation | Console brand | 12.0% | |
| 5 | Rooter | Game streaming app | 10.4% | |
| 6 | Free Fire | Mobile game | 10.4% | |
| 7 | Xbox | Console brand | 10.4% | |
| 8 | Steam | Game store | 7.2% | |
| 9 | Gameskraft | Real money gaming | 6.4% | |
| 10 | Angel One | Stockbroker | 5.6% |
Visibility score method: each question ranks five entities. Rank one earns 1.00 point, rank two 0.80, down to 0.20 for rank five. Scores are totaled across 25 questions and divided by 25. Every entity named is ranked, whatever its type.
Type shows what kind of organization each entity is. AI engines name games, phone brands, stockbrokers, law firms, ministries and money gaming apps alongside game publishers, consoles and esports teams. All of them are ranked here, because all of them take up space in the answer.
Top 25 cited domains
These 25 domains are the most cited across all 25 questions. The full run produced 375 citations from 204 unique domains, and the top 25 carry 43 percent of them. Gaming news sites lead, with afkgaming.com alone supplying 25 citations.
| # | Domain | Citations | Share | Citation volume |
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| 1 | afkgaming.com | 25 | 6.7% | |
| 2 | respawn.outlookindia.com | 17 | 4.5% | |
| 3 | sportskeeda.com | 11 | 2.9% | |
| 4 | community.iqoo.com | 10 | 2.7% | |
| 5 | storyboard18.com | 10 | 2.7% | |
| 6 | digit.in | 9 | 2.4% | |
| 7 | 91mobiles.com | 8 | 2.1% | |
| 8 | techradar.com | 7 | 1.9% | |
| 9 | inc42.com | 5 | 1.3% | |
| 10 | medianama.com | 5 | 1.3% | |
| 11 | theweek.in | 5 | 1.3% | |
| 12 | analyticsinsight.net | 4 | 1.1% | |
| 13 | cxotoday.com | 4 | 1.1% | |
| 14 | exchange4media.com | 4 | 1.1% | |
| 15 | indianvideogamer.com | 4 | 1.1% | |
| 16 | mysmartprice.com | 4 | 1.1% | |
| 17 | outlookbusiness.com | 4 | 1.1% | |
| 18 | smartprix.com | 4 | 1.1% | |
| 19 | thebridge.in | 4 | 1.1% | |
| 20 | aigf.in | 3 | 0.8% | |
| 21 | en.wikipedia.org | 3 | 0.8% | |
| 22 | gamingnation.in | 3 | 0.8% | |
| 23 | godigit.com | 3 | 0.8% | |
| 24 | oga-prod.angelone.in | 3 | 0.8% | |
| 25 | righttoinformation.wiki | 3 | 0.8% |
Categories and why we chose them
We chose five categories that cover what gamers and parents ask, from picking games to the money gaming ban, esports careers, consoles and gear, and safety rules for children. Each one forces the engines to name specific games, companies or authorities.
| # | Category name | Reason for selection |
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| 1 | Choosing games | Choosing what to play is the most common gaming question and the most commercial. Questions about the best mobile games, free games with friends, battle royales, Indian made games and games for cheap phones show which titles and publishers the engines put first. |
| 2 | Real money gaming and the law | The 2025 law changed gaming in India overnight for millions of players. Questions about the ban, fantasy apps, what happened to them, wallet money and rummy or poker test whether the engines give the current legal position and who they trust to explain it. |
| 3 | Esports | Esports is now a career many young Indians consider. Questions about turning pro, big tournaments, official recognition, top teams and earnings show which organizers, teams and brands the engines name, and who writes the career advice. |
| 4 | Platforms and gear | Gear decides how and where people play. Questions about gaming phones, PlayStation against Xbox, PlayStation Plus prices, cloud gaming and cheap PC games show which platforms, stores and retailers the engines recommend to buyers in India. |
| 5 | Safety, kids and rules | Parents and players need to know the rules. Questions about parental controls, fake gaming apps, reporting fraud, GST on games and age ratings test whether the engines send people to platforms, government and standards bodies, or to sellers. |
Category 1 of 5
Choosing games
Five questions about what to play: the best mobile games in India right now, free online games to play with friends, the most popular battle royale, the best Indian made games, and games that run well on low end phones.
Top 5 brands
| # | Brand | Type | Visibility | Share |
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| 1 | BGMI | Mobile game | 48.0% | |
| 2 | Free Fire | Mobile game | 36.0% | |
| 3 | Rooter | Game streaming app | 20.0% | |
| 4 | ExitLag | Gaming network tool | 20.0% | |
| 5 | Indus | Mobile game | 20.0% |
Top 10 cited domains
| # | Domain | Citations | Share | Citation volume |
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| 1 | afkgaming.com | 8 | 10.7% | |
| 2 | sportskeeda.com | 7 | 9.3% | |
| 3 | respawn.outlookindia.com | 3 | 4.0% | |
| 4 | techradar.com | 3 | 4.0% | |
| 5 | 91mobiles.com | 2 | 2.7% | |
| 6 | analyticsinsight.net | 2 | 2.7% | |
| 7 | pocketgamer.biz | 2 | 2.7% | |
| 8 | tvcvps4-do-ny.tvc.mx | 2 | 2.7% | |
| 9 | wnhub.io | 2 | 2.7% | |
| 10 | 42matters.com | 1 | 1.3% |
Question level summary
| # | Question | Top 5 brands | Top 5 citation domains |
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| 1.1 | What are the best mobile games in India right now? |
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| 1.2 | What are the best free online games to play with friends? |
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| 1.3 | Which battle royale game is most popular in India? |
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| 1.4 | What are the best Indian made video games? |
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| 1.5 | Which games run well on low end phones? |
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Question 1.1
What are the best mobile games in India right now?
Rooter, a game streaming app, ranks first through its own shop blog, ahead of Airtel, 42matters, BGMI and Free Fire. A telecom company and a data firm outrank the games themselves, which reach the top five only through a news title.
Top 5 brands named
- Rank 1Rooter
- Rank 2Airtel
- Rank 342matters
- Rank 4BGMI
- Rank 5Free Fire
Top 15 citations
| # | Citation domain | Citation URL | Actual page |
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| 1 | shop.rooter.gg | https://shop.rooter.gg/blogs/10-most-played-mobile-games-trending-in-india-right-now/2671 | Click here |
| 2 | airtel.in | https://www.airtel.in/blog/broadband/10-most-played-mobile-games-trending-in-india-right-now/ | Click here |
| 3 | analyticsinsight.net | https://www.analyticsinsight.net/amp/story/photo/top-mobile-games-dominating-india-in-2026 | Click here |
| 4 | afkgaming.com | https://afkgaming.com/gaming/general/these-are-the-5-most-popular-mobile-games-in-india-you-should-try-out | Click here |
| 5 | udayavani.com | https://www.udayavani.com/english-news/the-most-popular-mobile-games-in-india-in-2021 | Click here |
| 6 | data.42matters.com | https://data.42matters.com/most-popular-mobile-games-india | Click here |
| 7 | tech2.com | https://www.tech2.com/technology/top-most-downloaded-mobile-games-in-india-2026-text-ws-l-10058719.html | Click here |
| 8 | techstory.in | https://techstory.in/?p=535735 | Click here |
| 9 | partnerwithscphealth-jitsi.bluetext.com | https://partnerwithscphealth-jitsi.bluetext.com/blog/top-5-games-in-india | Click here |
| 10 | 42matters.com | https://42matters.com/top-grossing-mobile-games-india | Click here |
| 11 | pressreader.com | https://www.pressreader.com/india/my-mobile/20211215/281943136199942 | Click here |
| 12 | wnhub.io | https://wnhub.io/news/analytics/item-50681 | Click here |
| 13 | businesstoday.in | https://businesstoday.in/visualstories/trending/top-5-mobile-games-taking-over-india-in-2024-108705-28-02-2024 | Click here |
| 14 | respawn.outlookindia.com | https://respawn.outlookindia.com/amp/story/gaming/gaming-news/top-10-most-downloaded-mobile-games-in-india-in-2025 | Click here |
| 15 | statista.com | https://statista.com/statistics/1461469/india-popular-mobile-games-by-downloads | Click here |
Question 1.2
What are the best free online games to play with friends?
ExitLag, a network tool for gamers, ranks first through its own blog, ahead of Steam, Eneba, Shopee and Free Fire. Most sources are from abroad, including Malaysian and Australian sites, and few are written for India.
Top 5 brands named
- Rank 1ExitLag
- Rank 2Steam
- Rank 3Eneba
- Rank 4Shopee
- Rank 5Free Fire
Top 15 citations
| # | Citation domain | Citation URL | Actual page |
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| 1 | ipsnews.net | https://ipsnews.net/business/2024/10/08/free-internet-games-you-can-play-with-your-friends-family/ | Click here |
| 2 | afkgaming.com | https://afkgaming.com/gaming/general/top-free-co-op-mobile-games-to-play-with-friends-in-india-2024 | Click here |
| 3 | exitlag.com | https://www.exitlag.com/blog/free-cross-platforms-games-to-play-with-friends/ | Click here |
| 4 | hip2save.com | https://hip2save.com/?p=11146784 | Click here |
| 5 | thequint.com | https://www.thequint.com/amp/story/tech-and-auto/tech-news/top-free-multiplayer-games-for-android-ios-pc-and-ps4-march-2020 | Click here |
| 6 | insiderguides.com.au | https://insiderguides.com.au/7-online-multiplayer-games-to-play-with-friends-for-free/ | Click here |
| 7 | technave.com | https://technave.com/gadget/Steam-Remote-Play-Together-is-now-live-and-lets-you-play-on-your-PC-phone-tablet-and-TV-16041.html | Click here |
| 8 | says.com | https://says.com/my/fun/10-free-multiplayer-games-to-play-with-your-friends-for-game-nights | Click here |
| 9 | kamerpower.com | https://kamerpower.com/30-best-free-games-to-play-with-friends-online/ | Click here |
| 10 | shopee.com.my | https://shopee.com.my/blog/free-online-games-to-play-with-friends/ | Click here |
| 11 | grandavehousing.calpoly.edu | https://grandavehousing.calpoly.edu/news/best-free-4-player-games | Click here |
| 12 | 91mobiles.com | https://www.91mobiles.com/hub/?p=496217 | Click here |
| 13 | gamesradar.com | https://www.gamesradar.com/best-co-op-games/1 | Click here |
| 14 | eneba.com | https://www.eneba.com/hub/?p=78360 | Click here |
| 15 | rarepike.com | https://rarepike.com/best-free-online-board-games-with-friends/ | Click here |
Question 1.3
Which battle royale game is most popular in India?
BGMI ranks first, ahead of PUBG Mobile, Free Fire, Niko Partners and Battle Stars. PUBG Mobile itself has been blocked in India since 2020 and Free Fire since 2022; Free Fire MAX remains available, and the Indian version has not launched.
Top 5 brands named
- Rank 1BGMI
- Rank 2PUBG Mobile
- Rank 3Free Fire
- Rank 4Niko Partners
- Rank 5Battle Stars
Top 15 citations
| # | Citation domain | Citation URL | Actual page |
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| 1 | gamesbeat.com | https://gamesbeat.com/?p=182192 | Click here |
| 2 | afkgaming.com | https://afkgaming.com/mobileesports/originals/can-free-fire-max-become-the-number-one-battle-royale-in-india | Click here |
| 3 | mediainfoline.com | https://www.mediainfoline.com/brand/how-india-gamified-2024-bgmi-and-bullet-echo-in-the-spotlight | Click here |
| 4 | sportskeeda.com | https://www.sportskeeda.com/bgmi/3-best-battle-royale-games-like-bgmi-available-india | Click here |
| 5 | mcvuk.com | https://www.mcvuk.com/prior-to-its-ban-pubg-mobile-had-32-million-weekly-active-users-in-india/ | Click here |
| 6 | sportskeeda.com | https://www.sportskeeda.com/esports/news-3-battle-royale-games-saw-highest-increase-downloads-pubg-mobile-s-india-ban | Click here |
| 7 | pocketgamer.biz | https://www.pocketgamer.biz/news/82172/indian-made-battle-royale-title-battle-stars-passes-five-million-players/ | Click here |
| 8 | pocketgamer.biz | https://www.pocketgamer.biz/indian-battle-royale-game-indus-passes-15-million-registrations | Click here |
| 9 | analyticsinsight.net | https://www.analyticsinsight.net/amp/story/photo/top-mobile-games-dominating-india-in-2026 | Click here |
| 10 | dailyexcelsior.com | https://www.dailyexcelsior.com/?p=1187269 | Click here |
| 11 | sportsdigest.in | https://sportsdigest.in/most-popular-mobile-games-in-india/185970/ | Click here |
| 12 | wnhub.io | https://wnhub.io/news/other/item-44877 | Click here |
| 13 | techradar.com | https://www.techradar.com/best/battle-royale-games-android-ios | Click here |
| 14 | afkgaming.com | https://afkgaming.com/gaming/general/most-popular-video-games-among-indian-players-in-2024 | Click here |
| 15 | gamedevreports.substack.com | https://gamedevreports.substack.com/p/sensor-tower-india-mobile-games-market | Click here |
Question 1.4
What are the best Indian made video games?
Indus, a battle royale from an Indian studio, ranks first, ahead of Zartek, Krafton, Real Cricket Swipe and ZEGOCLOUD. App developers and a video software firm write two of the ranked lists, and a gaming news site supplies three citations.
Top 5 brands named
- Rank 1Indus
- Rank 2Zartek
- Rank 3Krafton
- Rank 4Real Cricket Swipe
- Rank 5ZEGOCLOUD
Top 15 citations
| # | Citation domain | Citation URL | Actual page |
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| 1 | afkgaming.com | https://afkgaming.com/mobileesports/news/local-game-development-top-5-made-in-india-games | Click here |
| 2 | afkgaming.com | https://afkgaming.com/gaming/general/top-5-made-in-india-games-that-you-need-to-play | Click here |
| 3 | studyinternational.com | https://studyinternational.com/news/best-indian-games-developed-by-indians | Click here |
| 4 | digit.in | https://www.digit.in/features/gaming/independence-day-2026-best-made-in-india-games-you-must-play.html | Click here |
| 5 | afkgaming.com | https://afkgaming.com/ampstories/mobileesports/local-game-development-top-5-made-in-india-games-2 | Click here |
| 6 | krafton.in | https://krafton.in/news/real-cricket-swipe-wins-best-made-in-india-game-at-google-play-awards/ | Click here |
| 7 | zartek.in | https://www.zartek.in/top-mobile-games-made-in-india/ | Click here |
| 8 | cxotoday.com | https://cxotoday.com/media-coverage/indus-battle-royale-wins-google-plays-best-made-in-india-game-award-for-the-second-consecutive-year/ | Click here |
| 9 | zegocloud.com | https://www.zegocloud.com/blog/gaming-companies-in-india | Click here |
| 10 | community.iqoo.com | https://community.iqoo.com/in/thread/93539 | Click here |
| 11 | respawn.outlookindia.com | https://respawn.outlookindia.com/amp/story/gaming/gaming-news/most-notable-upcoming-pc-indian-games-and-whos-behind-them | Click here |
| 12 | techradar.com | https://www.techradar.com/best/the-best-games-on-pc-from-indian-creators | Click here |
| 13 | cbinsights.com | https://www.cbinsights.com/company/taptolearncom | Click here |
| 14 | 91mobiles.com | https://www.91mobiles.com/hub/tag/indus/ | Click here |
| 15 | respawn.outlookindia.com | https://respawn.outlookindia.com/gaming/gaming-guides/top-indian-indie-game-studios-in-2025 | Click here |
Question 1.5
Which games run well on low end phones?
BGMI ranks first, ahead of Free Fire, PUBG Mobile Lite, Combat Master and Nokia. One sports and gaming news site supplies five of the fifteen citations, and two more are spam pages planted on an unrelated website.
Top 5 brands named
- Rank 1BGMI
- Rank 2Free Fire
- Rank 3PUBG Mobile Lite
- Rank 4Combat Master
- Rank 5Nokia
Top 15 citations
| # | Citation domain | Citation URL | Actual page |
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| 1 | sportskeeda.com | https://sportskeeda.com/bgmi/5-best-games-like-bgmi-play-2-gb-ram-android-devices | Click here |
| 2 | tvcvps4-do-ny.tvc.mx | https://tvcvps4-do-ny.tvc.mx/talk/what-are-some-3d-android-games-that-are-optimized-for-low-en-cxea.html | Click here |
| 3 | afkgaming.com | https://afkgaming.com/mobileesports/originals/7375-top-5-games-like-pubg-mobile-lite | Click here |
| 4 | mobilewiki.onrender.com | https://mobilewiki.onrender.com/posts/The-Ultimate-Guide-to-Android-Games-for-Devices-with-1GB-of-RAM/ | Click here |
| 5 | vulcanpost.com | https://vulcanpost.com/16405/top-5-free-android-games-low-end-phones/ | Click here |
| 6 | sportskeeda.com | https://www.sportskeeda.com/esports/5-best-games-like-pubg-mobile-lite-100-mb | Click here |
| 7 | sportskeeda.com | https://www.sportskeeda.com/free-fire/5-best-games-like-free-fire-max-2-gb-ram-android-devices | Click here |
| 8 | mobigyaan.com | https://www.mobigyaan.com/pubg-mobile-lite-android-google-play-store | Click here |
| 9 | sportskeeda.com | https://www.sportskeeda.com/esports/free-fire-vs-battlegrounds-mobile-india-which-game-better-2gb-ram-android-devices | Click here |
| 10 | tvcvps4-do-ny.tvc.mx | https://tvcvps4-do-ny.tvc.mx/talk/top-5-android-games-under-100mb-for-low-storage-devices-qqva.html | Click here |
| 11 | sportsdunia.com | https://www.sportsdunia.com/gaming/bgmi-lite-system-requirements-revealed | Click here |
| 12 | techradar.com | https://www.techradar.com/in/news/bgmi-lite-may-soon-rollout-in-india-heres-why-it-is-needed | Click here |
| 13 | gurugamer.com | https://gurugamer.com/mobile-games/best-offline-games-under-100-mb-11982 | Click here |
| 14 | en.androidguias.com | https://en.androidguias.com/games-few-requirements/ | Click here |
| 15 | sportskeeda.com | https://www.sportskeeda.com/esports/5-best-android-games-2-gb-ram-smartphones | Click here |
Category 2 of 5
Real money gaming and the law
Five questions about money games: whether real money gaming is banned in India, whether fantasy sports apps are legal now, what happened to fantasy cricket apps, getting wallet money back, and whether online rummy or poker is legal.
Top 5 brands
| # | Brand | Type | Visibility | Share |
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| 1 | Dream11 | Fantasy sports app | 60.0% | |
| 2 | Angel One | Stockbroker | 28.0% | |
| 3 | Parliament | Legislature | 20.0% | |
| 4 | MPL | Real money gaming | 20.0% | |
| 5 | Gameskraft | Real money gaming | 20.0% |
Top 10 cited domains
| # | Domain | Citations | Share | Citation volume |
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| 1 | storyboard18.com | 9 | 12.0% | |
| 2 | inc42.com | 3 | 4.0% | |
| 3 | oga-prod.angelone.in | 3 | 4.0% | |
| 4 | outlookbusiness.com | 2 | 2.7% | |
| 5 | pokernews.com | 2 | 2.7% | |
| 6 | respawn.outlookindia.com | 2 | 2.7% | |
| 7 | righttoinformation.wiki | 2 | 2.7% | |
| 8 | 101game.daman-game.it.com | 1 | 1.3% | |
| 9 | advocategandhi.com | 1 | 1.3% | |
| 10 | afaqs.com | 1 | 1.3% |
Question level summary
| # | Question | Top 5 brands | Top 5 citation domains |
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| 2.1 | Is online real money gaming banned in India? |
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| 2.2 | Are fantasy sports apps legal in India now? |
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| 2.3 | What happened to fantasy cricket apps after the online gaming law? |
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| 2.4 | Can I get my money back from a gaming app wallet after the ban? |
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| 2.5 | Is online rummy or poker legal in India? |
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Question 2.1
Is online real money gaming banned in India?
Angel One, a stockbroker, ranks first through two of its own news pages, ahead of MeitY, Parliament, a law firm and Kotak Neo, another broker. The 2025 Act bans offering online money games and has been in force since May 2026; players are not penalised.
Top 5 brands named
- Rank 1Angel One
- Rank 2MeitY
- Rank 3Parliament
- Rank 4India Law Offices
- Rank 5Kotak Neo
Top 15 citations
| # | Citation domain | Citation URL | Actual page |
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| 1 | techcrunch.com | https://techcrunch.com/2025/08/20/india-bans-real-money-gaming-threatening-a-23-billion-industry | Click here |
| 2 | thenewsminute.com | https://www.thenewsminute.com/article/online-gaming-real-money-it-legal-or-illegal-india-170505 | Click here |
| 3 | entrackr.com | https://entrackr.com/news/govt-kills-real-money-gaming-with-gaming-bill-in-lok-sabha-9680680 | Click here |
| 4 | asiatechreview.com | https://www.asiatechreview.com/p/india-bans-real-money-gaming-wiping | Click here |
| 5 | maf.ad | https://maf.ad/en/blog/india-bans-real-money-games/ | Click here |
| 6 | gamblingharm.org | https://gamblingharm.org/india-online-gambling-law-2025-ban-on-real-money-games-proposed/ | Click here |
| 7 | oga-prod.angelone.in | https://oga-prod.angelone.in/news/market-updates/online-gaming-act-2025-explained | Click here |
| 8 | oga-prod.angelone.in | https://oga-prod.angelone.in/news/economy/centre-passes-online-gaming-bill-2025-implementing-complete-ban-on-real-money-games-worth-3-2-billion | Click here |
| 9 | indialawoffices.com | https://www.indialawoffices.com/legal-articles/online-gaming-bill-2025-india-bans-real-money-games | Click here |
| 10 | law.asia | https://law.asia/online-gaming-ban-india/ | Click here |
| 11 | scconline.com | https://www.scconline.com/blog/post/2025/08/24/promotion-regulation-online-gaming-act-2025-legal-reform/ | Click here |
| 12 | kotakneo.com | https://www.kotakneo.com/news/market-news/real-money-gaming-india-ban/ | Click here |
| 13 | gambling.com | https://www.gambling.com/in/news/india-orders-app-stores-and-banks-to-cut-off-online-money-games-as-site-blocks-near-8-400 | Click here |
| 14 | indrastra.com | https://www.indrastra.com/2025/08/indias-parliament-passes-sweeping-ban.html | Click here |
| 15 | inc42.com | https://inc42.com/buzz/real-money-gaming-ban-key-highlights-of-draft-rules-released-by-meity/ | Click here |
Question 2.2
Are fantasy sports apps legal in India now?
Dream11 ranks first, ahead of MPL, the Supreme Court and two law firms. Paid fantasy contests are online money games and are banned under the 2025 Act. Dream11 now runs free contests, and challenges to the law are pending in the Supreme Court.
Top 5 brands named
- Rank 1Dream11
- Rank 2MPL
- Rank 3Supreme Court
- Rank 4Cyril Amarchand
- Rank 5BNB Legal
Top 15 citations
| # | Citation domain | Citation URL | Actual page |
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| 1 | inc42.com | https://inc42.com/buzz/real-money-gaming-will-vc-fuelled-fantasy-sports-apps-find-a-firm-footing-in-india/ | Click here |
| 2 | bnblegal.com | https://bnblegal.com/article/navigating-the-legal-landscape-of-fantasy-sports-in-india/ | Click here |
| 3 | thequint.com | https://www.thequint.com/amp/story/explainers/fantasy-sports-games-explained-are-they-illegal-and-how-to-win-cash | Click here |
| 4 | legalvidhiya.com | https://legalvidhiya.com/why-fantasy-cricket-apps-are-legal-in-india-when-betting-is-illegal/ | Click here |
| 5 | righttoinformation.wiki | https://righttoinformation.wiki/is-fantasy-sports-legal-india-2026 | Click here |
| 6 | lloydlawcollege.edu.in | https://www.lloydlawcollege.edu.in/blog/online-gaming-act-2025-esports-platform-rules.html | Click here |
| 7 | storyboard18.com | https://www.storyboard18.com/amp/gaming-news/govt-mulls-sc-transfer-as-mp-hc-hears-fantasy-sport-firms-challenge-to-online-gaming-law-80186.htm | Click here |
| 8 | english.punjabkesari.com | https://english.punjabkesari.com/india/online-gaming-bill-fantasy-app-mpl-and-dream-11-suspended/ | Click here |
| 9 | barandbench.com | https://www.barandbench.com/law-firms/view-point/decoding-the-promotion-and-regulation-of-online-gaming-act-2025-a-first-look-at-indias-new-gaming-law | Click here |
| 10 | voicendata.com | https://www.voicendata.com/industry/industry-reels-as-online-gaming-act-2025-halts-real-money-play-10467255 | Click here |
| 11 | mondaq.com | https://mondaq.com/india/gaming/936758/the-legality-of-fantasy-sports-in-india | Click here |
| 12 | cyrilshroff.com | https://www.cyrilshroff.com/supreme-court-to-have-its-say-on-legality-of-fantasy-sports/ | Click here |
| 13 | cricket.com | https://cricket.com/about/legality | Click here |
| 14 | respawn.outlookindia.com | https://respawn.outlookindia.com/gaming/gaming-news/dream11-shifts-strategy-following-indias-real-money-gaming-ban | Click here |
| 15 | storyboard18.com | https://www.storyboard18.com/amp/advertising/dream11-pulls-down-youtube-ads-after-online-gaming-bill-2025-79561.htm | Click here |
Question 2.3
What happened to fantasy cricket apps after the online gaming law?
Dream11 ranks first, ahead of BCCI, Dream Sports, Parliament and the Karnataka government. Dream11 ended its Team India sponsorship in August 2025 and stopped paid contests, and Dream Sports later split into eight separate businesses.
Top 5 brands named
- Rank 1Dream11
- Rank 2BCCI
- Rank 3Dream Sports
- Rank 4Parliament
- Rank 5Karnataka Govt
Top 15 citations
| # | Citation domain | Citation URL | Actual page |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | psainath.org | https://psainath.org/?p=879 | Click here |
| 2 | crickettimes.com | https://crickettimes.com/?p=207099 | Click here |
| 3 | sportbusiness.com | https://www.sportbusiness.com/news/dream11s-bcci-deal-ends-more-agreements-in-doubt/ | Click here |
| 4 | storyboard18.com | https://www.storyboard18.com/amp/how-it-works/dream11-exits-as-team-india-sponsor-after-online-gaming-bill-bcci-looks-for-replacement-79487.htm | Click here |
| 5 | officechai.com | https://officechai.com/startups/dream11-suspends-operations-in-karnataka-after-fir-against-founders/ | Click here |
| 6 | gamblinginsider.com | https://www.gamblinginsider.com/news/30868/dream11-forfeits-41m-indian-cricket-sponsorship-following-gambling-ban | Click here |
| 7 | aljazeera.com | https://www.aljazeera.com/sports/2025/8/22/indias-parliament-bans-vast-online-gambling-industry | Click here |
| 8 | heraldgoa.in | https://www.heraldgoa.in/?p=10657 | Click here |
| 9 | outlookbusiness.com | https://www.outlookbusiness.com/news/dream-sports-splits-into-eight-independent-start-ups-after-real-money-gaming-ban | Click here |
| 10 | peoplematters.in | https://www.peoplematters.in/news/leadership/dream11-vows-no-layoffs-after-real-money-gaming-ban-wipes-95percent-revenue-43138 | Click here |
| 11 | theweek.in | https://www.theweek.in/wire-updates/business/2025/12/04/dcm78-biz-dream11.html | Click here |
| 12 | storyboard18.com | https://www.storyboard18.com/gaming-news/if-we-lay-off-talent-we-should-shut-down-dream11-to-cut-marketing-spends-79589.htm | Click here |
| 13 | outlookindia.com | https://www.outlookindia.com/amp/story/sports/sports-news-dream11-stops-fantasy-cricket-operations-falls-in-line-with-karnatakas-ban-on-online-gaming-news-397255 | Click here |
| 14 | respawn.outlookindia.com | https://respawn.outlookindia.com/amp/story/gaming/gaming-news/dream11-pivots-to-global-markets-as-india-bans-fantasy-gaming | Click here |
| 15 | flashscore.com | https://www.flashscore.com/news/cricket-test-series-indian-cricket-to-lose-millions-of-dollars-as-online-gambling-ban-bites/rNSLyrKr | Click here |
Question 2.4
Can I get my money back from a gaming app wallet after the ban?
Dream11 ranks first, ahead of Junglee Rummy, Zupee, Angel One and MPL. The draft rules carried a 180 day refund clause, but it was dropped from the final rules, so no rule requires apps to return wallet balances.
Top 5 brands named
- Rank 1Dream11
- Rank 2Junglee Rummy
- Rank 3Zupee
- Rank 4Angel One
- Rank 5MPL
Top 15 citations
| # | Citation domain | Citation URL | Actual page |
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| 1 | oga-prod.angelone.in | https://oga-prod.angelone.in/news/market-updates/online-gaming-ban-dream11-mpl-zupee-winzo-my11circle-suspend-cash-games | Click here |
| 2 | apnilaw.com | https://www.apnilaw.com/legal-articles/documentation/can-a-gaming-app-ban-your-account-and-keep-your-money/ | Click here |
| 3 | exchange4media.com | https://www.exchange4media.com/media-others-news/proga-refund-rule-omission-leaves-user-funds-in-limbo-raises-legal-risks-for-gaming-firms-154163.html | Click here |
| 4 | storyboard18.com | https://www.storyboard18.com/gaming-news/ed-raids-trigger-panic-in-gaming-sector-as-firms-question-legal-basis-refund-mandate-84859.htm | Click here |
| 5 | cxodigitalpulse.com | https://www.cxodigitalpulse.com/?p=37183 | Click here |
| 6 | storyboard18.com | https://www.storyboard18.com/gaming-news/draft-gaming-rules-overstep-rbis-role-180-day-refund-clause-vague-iamai-tells-meity-83470.htm | Click here |
| 7 | irccl.in | https://www.irccl.in/post/banned-games-trapped-funds-proga-s-refund-gap-and-missing-refund-route | Click here |
| 8 | medianama.com | https://www.medianama.com/2025/08/223-bets-withdrawals-dream11-rmg-operations/ | Click here |
| 9 | jurigram.com | https://jurigram.com/blog/cyber-law/gaming-app-wallet-withdrawal-blocked-complaint-india | Click here |
| 10 | legalkart.com | https://www.legalkart.com/en/legal-blog/why-popular-apps-are-suspending-real-money-gaming-amid-india%E2%80%99s-betting-crackdown | Click here |
| 11 | possible11.com | https://possible11.com/article/how-to-withdraw-money-from-dream11-my11circle-in-2025-quickly/ | Click here |
| 12 | storyboard18.com | https://www.storyboard18.com/amp/gaming-news/meity-holds-talks-with-banks-payment-firms-says-offshore-betting-must-be-blocked-79908.htm | Click here |
| 13 | 101game.daman-game.it.com | https://101game.daman-game.it.com/?p=747 | Click here |
| 14 | voxya.com | https://voxya.com/consumer-complaints/refund-needed/210761 | Click here |
| 15 | powerupgaming.co.uk | https://powerupgaming.co.uk/2026/09/04/what-happens-to-the-money-in-your-steam-wallet-if-valve-bans-you/ | Click here |
Question 2.5
Is online rummy or poker legal in India?
Gameskraft ranks first, ahead of RummyCulture, the Rajya Sabha, Pocket52 and the Supreme Court. Rummy and poker for money are banned online under the 2025 Act. Pocket52 actually closed in July 2025, before the law passed.
Top 5 brands named
- Rank 1Gameskraft
- Rank 2RummyCulture
- Rank 3Rajya Sabha
- Rank 4Pocket52
- Rank 5Supreme Court
Top 15 citations
| # | Citation domain | Citation URL | Actual page |
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| 1 | en.wikipedia.org | https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Indian_Rummy | Click here |
| 2 | blog.ipleaders.in | https://blog.ipleaders.in/legal-facets-of-online-rummy-in-india/ | Click here |
| 3 | pokernews.com | https://www.pokernews.com/news/2014/08/indian-supreme-court-rummy-and-poker-19116.htm | Click here |
| 4 | yudiz.com | https://www.yudiz.com/insights/is-rummy-game-legal-in-india | Click here |
| 5 | livelaw.in | https://www.livelaw.in/amp/law-firms/articles/online-gaming-in-india-167719 | Click here |
| 6 | inc42.com | https://inc42.com/?p=424832 | Click here |
| 7 | storyboard18.com | https://www.storyboard18.com/gaming-news/gameskraft-winds-down-rummyculture-after-rajya-sabha-passes-online-gaming-bill-79365.htm | Click here |
| 8 | outlookbusiness.com | https://www.outlookbusiness.com/amp/story/corporate/gameskraft-complies-with-online-gaming-act-will-not-pursue-legal-action | Click here |
| 9 | advocategandhi.com | https://advocategandhi.com/gambling-in-the-digital-age-is-online-gambling-legal-in-india/ | Click here |
| 10 | onmanorama.com | https://www.onmanorama.com/news/india/2025/08/20/online-game-banning-bill-passed-in-lok-sabha.html | Click here |
| 11 | righttoinformation.wiki | https://righttoinformation.wiki/is-online-rummy-legal-india-2026 | Click here |
| 12 | pokerfuse.com | https://pokerfuse.com/latest-news/2025/9/wpt-global-last-holdout-india-online-poker/ | Click here |
| 13 | pokernews.com | https://www.pokernews.com/news/2025/08/flutter-exits-indian-market-leaves-poker-community-in-limbo-49517.htm | Click here |
| 14 | storyboard18.com | https://www.storyboard18.com/gaming-news/exclusive-gameskraft-owned-poker-platform-pocket52-to-cease-operations-on-may-22-65906.htm | Click here |
| 15 | afaqs.com | https://www.afaqs.com/companies/winzo-to-discontinue-real-money-games-pokerbaazi-pauses-operations-9688445 | Click here |
Category 3 of 5
Esports
Five questions about esports: how to become a professional player in India, the biggest tournaments, whether esports is recognised as a sport, the top Indian teams, and how much esports players earn.
Top 5 brands
| # | Brand | Type | Visibility | Share |
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| 1 | BGMI | Mobile game | 56.0% | |
| 2 | iQOO | Phone brand | 48.0% | |
| 3 | Rooter | Game streaming app | 24.0% | |
| 4 | Sports Ministry | Ministry | 20.0% | |
| 5 | ASUS ROG | PC hardware brand | 16.0% |
Top 10 cited domains
| # | Domain | Citations | Share | Citation volume |
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| 1 | afkgaming.com | 15 | 20.0% | |
| 2 | community.iqoo.com | 8 | 10.7% | |
| 3 | thebridge.in | 4 | 5.3% | |
| 4 | respawn.outlookindia.com | 3 | 4.0% | |
| 5 | aigf.in | 2 | 2.7% | |
| 6 | cxotoday.com | 2 | 2.7% | |
| 7 | esports.net | 2 | 2.7% | |
| 8 | rooter.gg | 2 | 2.7% | |
| 9 | sportsdigest.in | 2 | 2.7% | |
| 10 | sportskhabri.com | 2 | 2.7% |
Question level summary
| # | Question | Top 5 brands | Top 5 citation domains |
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| 3.1 | How do I become a professional esports player in India? |
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| 3.2 | What are the biggest esports tournaments in India? |
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| 3.3 | Is esports recognised as a sport in India? |
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| 3.4 | Which are the top esports teams in India? |
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| 3.5 | How much do esports players earn in India? |
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Question 3.1
How do I become a professional esports player in India?
iQOO, a phone brand that sponsors an esports team, ranks first through four posts on its own fan forum. ASUS ROG, AIGF, Red Bull and BGMI follow. Brands with sponsorships to sell write most of the career advice.
Top 5 brands named
- Rank 1iQOO
- Rank 2ASUS ROG
- Rank 3AIGF
- Rank 4Red Bull
- Rank 5BGMI
Top 15 citations
| # | Citation domain | Citation URL | Actual page |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | community.iqoo.com | https://community.iqoo.com/in/thread/24220 | Click here |
| 2 | afkgaming.com | https://afkgaming.com/esports/originals/6714-how-to-become-an-esports-player-in-india | Click here |
| 3 | community.iqoo.com | https://community.iqoo.com/in/thread/45414 | Click here |
| 4 | vlr.gg | https://vlr.gg/user/amangupta1405 | Click here |
| 5 | zabbix.monitoring.qredits.adwise.nl | https://zabbix.monitoring.qredits.adwise.nl/news/become-an-esports-pro-in | Click here |
| 6 | taptap.io | https://www.taptap.io/es/post/7662268 | Click here |
| 7 | cxotoday.com | https://cxotoday.com/corner-office/the-future-of-esports-in-india-growth-career-paths-and-training-opportunities/ | Click here |
| 8 | aigf.in | https://aigf.in/news/make-a-career-in-the-fastest-growing-esports-industry-in-india | Click here |
| 9 | community.iqoo.com | https://community.iqoo.com/in/thread/17813 | Click here |
| 10 | sportskhabri.com | https://sportskhabri.com/esports-in-india-rapidly-growing-industry-a-new-career-domain/ | Click here |
| 11 | redbull.com | https://www.redbull.com/in-en/how-swifty-got-started-in-gaming | Click here |
| 12 | community.iqoo.com | https://community.iqoo.com/in/thread/53557 | Click here |
| 13 | aigf.in | https://aigf.in/news/indias-first-online-gaming-academy-in-mp-saw-overwhelming-registration | Click here |
| 14 | techradar.com | https://www.techradar.com/news/asus-rog-academy | Click here |
| 15 | afkgaming.com | https://afkgaming.com/esports/news/6530-asus-announces-three-month-rog-academy-program-for-aspiring-esports-professionals | Click here |
Question 3.2
What are the biggest esports tournaments in India?
BGMI ranks first, ahead of Rooter, NODWIN Gaming, Disney Star and Krafton. Gaming news sites and organizers' own announcements supply the answer, led by Krafton's BGMI series and the Esports World Cup.
Top 5 brands named
- Rank 1BGMI
- Rank 2Rooter
- Rank 3NODWIN Gaming
- Rank 4Disney Star
- Rank 5Krafton
Top 15 citations
| # | Citation domain | Citation URL | Actual page |
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| 1 | afkgaming.com | https://afkgaming.com/esports/originals/the-biggest-gaming-tournaments-hosted-in-india-2 | Click here |
| 2 | respawn.outlookindia.com | https://respawn.outlookindia.com/amp/story/esports/esports-guides/state-of-esports-in-india | Click here |
| 3 | afkgaming.com | https://afkgaming.com/esports/originals/these-are-the-most-viewed-esports-tournaments-in-india | Click here |
| 4 | rooter.gg | https://www.rooter.gg/blogs/top-7-most-popular-esports-tournaments-in-india/2287 | Click here |
| 5 | startv.com | https://www.startv.com/newsroom/star-sports-forays-into-esports-teams-up-with-nodwin-gaming-to-televise-bgmi-tournament-in-india/?page=445 | Click here |
| 6 | disneystar.com | https://www.disneystar.com/newsroom/star-sports-forays-into-esports-teams-up-with-nodwin-gaming-to-televise-bgmi-tournament-in-india/?page=604 | Click here |
| 7 | www-statista-com.ezproxy.canberra.edu.au | https://www-statista-com.ezproxy.canberra.edu.au/statistics/1317752/india-biggest-esports-events-by-prize-pool | Click here |
| 8 | shop.rooter.gg | https://shop.rooter.gg/blogs/top-esports-games-in-india-2026-by-prize-money/2725 | Click here |
| 9 | respawn.outlookindia.com | https://respawn.outlookindia.com/gaming/gaming-news/bmps-2026-grand-finals-4-cr-prize-pool-ewc-ticket-up-for-grabs | Click here |
| 10 | uniindia.com | https://uniindia.com/krafton-india-opens-registrations-for-5th-edition-of-indias-biggest-open-to-all-esports-tournament-battlegrounds-mobile-india-series-bgis-2026/business-wire-india/news/3675245.html | Click here |
| 11 | esportsearnings.com | https://www.esportsearnings.com/history/2026-01/countries/in | Click here |
| 12 | cxotoday.com | https://cxotoday.com/media-coverage/acer-india-to-host-asia-pacific-predator-league-2026-showcasing-the-regions-top-esports-talent/ | Click here |
| 13 | gosugamers.net | https://www.gosugamers.net/pubg-mobile/tournaments/62779-battlegrounds-mobile-india-series-2026 | Click here |
| 14 | blogs.rooter.gg | https://blogs.rooter.gg/top-7-most-popular-esports-tournaments-in-india/ | Click here |
| 15 | respawn.outlookindia.com | https://respawn.outlookindia.com/esports/esports-news/esports-world-cup-2026-schedule-prize-pool-indian-teams | Click here |
Question 3.3
Is esports recognised as a sport in India?
The Sports Ministry ranks first. In December 2022 it recognised esports as part of multi sport events. Fox Mandal, AESF, iQOO and IOA follow. The 2025 Act directs the government to recognise and register esports, but does not itself declare it a sport.
Top 5 brands named
- Rank 1Sports Ministry
- Rank 2Fox Mandal
- Rank 3AESF
- Rank 4iQOO
- Rank 5IOA
Top 15 citations
| # | Citation domain | Citation URL | Actual page |
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| 1 | aesf.com | https://www.aesf.com/news-media/esports-officially-recognized-as-a-sport-in-india | Click here |
| 2 | sportskhabri.com | https://sportskhabri.com/esports-now-officially-recognised-as-a-sport-in-india/ | Click here |
| 3 | foxmandal.in | https://foxmandal.in/News/e-sports-recognized-as-multi-sport-event-in-india/ | Click here |
| 4 | thebridge.in | https://thebridge.in/esports/esports-recognised-national-sports-governance-act-2025-54799 | Click here |
| 5 | olympics.com | https://olympics.com/en/news/esports-india-recognition-multi-sports-event | Click here |
| 6 | lawinsport.com | https://lawinsport.com/tag/Esports%20Federation%20of%20India%20(ESFI) | Click here |
| 7 | community.iqoo.com | https://community.iqoo.com/in/thread/105346 | Click here |
| 8 | theweek.in | https://www.theweek.in/news/sports/2022/12/28/esports-gets-official-recognition-in-india.amp.html | Click here |
| 9 | intergameonline.com | https://www.intergameonline.com/coin-op/news/indian-sports-ministry-officially-recognises-esports | Click here |
| 10 | exchange4media.com | https://www.exchange4media.com/digital-news/2023-will-mark-the-golden-era-of-india-esports-industry-124480.html | Click here |
| 11 | theprint.in | https://theprint.in/sport/esports-officially-recognized-as-part-of-multi-sport-event-by-government-of-india/1285031/ | Click here |
| 12 | outlookindia.com | https://www.outlookindia.com/sports/government-of-india-gives-official-recognition-to-esports-news-248721 | Click here |
| 13 | socialsamosa.com | https://www.socialsamosa.com/news-2/draft-rules-online-gaming-act-released-10524324 | Click here |
| 14 | thebridge.in | https://thebridge.in/uncategorized/esports-officially-recognised-indian-olympic-association-ioa/ | Click here |
| 15 | afkgaming.com | https://afkgaming.com/esports/news/esports-is-now-officially-recognized-under-indias-ministry-of-youth-affairs-and-sports | Click here |
Question 3.4
Which are the top esports teams in India?
iQOO ranks first through three posts on its own fan forum, ahead of Orangutan Esports, BGMI, Rooter and GodLike Esports. A phone brand that sponsors one of the teams writes the top answer on the best teams.
Top 5 brands named
- Rank 1iQOO
- Rank 2Orangutan Esports
- Rank 3BGMI
- Rank 4Rooter
- Rank 5GodLike Esports
Top 15 citations
| # | Citation domain | Citation URL | Actual page |
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| 1 | community.iqoo.com | https://community.iqoo.com/in/thread/28493 | Click here |
| 2 | rooter.gg | https://www.rooter.gg/blogs/top-12-esports-teams-in-india/2367 | Click here |
| 3 | sportsdigest.in | https://sportsdigest.in/which-are-the-leading-esports-teams-in-india/50768/amp/ | Click here |
| 4 | afkgaming.com | https://afkgaming.com/gaming/general/best-performing-esports-teams-from-india-in-internationaltournaments | Click here |
| 5 | esports.net | https://www.esports.net/news/best-esports-teams-india | Click here |
| 6 | demo.aerostudies.com | https://demo.aerostudies.com/news/top-esports-companies-in-india-1763356915978 | Click here |
| 7 | esports.net | https://www.esports.net/news/mobile-games/best-esports-teams-india/ | Click here |
| 8 | thebridge.in | https://thebridge.in/esports/esports-top-3-cs-go-teams-india | Click here |
| 9 | afkgaming.com | https://afkgaming.com/mobileesports/news/most-searched-bgmi-teams-in-2022 | Click here |
| 10 | afkgaming.com | https://afkgaming.com/esports/news/all-orangutan-esports-lineups-for-2023-free-fire-bgmi-valorant-pokemon-unite | Click here |
| 11 | inventiva.co.in | https://www.inventiva.co.in/?p=422660 | Click here |
| 12 | talkesport.com | https://www.talkesport.com/news/indias-esports-world-cup-2026-dream-3-indian-orgs-in-riyadh/ | Click here |
| 13 | community.iqoo.com | https://community.iqoo.com/in/thread/134309 | Click here |
| 14 | community.iqoo.com | https://community.iqoo.com/in/thread/50522 | Click here |
| 15 | sportsdigest.in | https://sportsdigest.in/kie-bgmi-ranking-leaderboard/204179/amp/ | Click here |
Question 3.5
How much do esports players earn in India?
BGMI ranks first, ahead of Valorant, CS2, GodLike Esports and XSpark. One gaming news site supplies seven of the fifteen citations, mostly interviews in which players and streamers describe their own pay.
Top 5 brands named
- Rank 1BGMI
- Rank 2Valorant
- Rank 3CS2
- Rank 4GodLike Esports
- Rank 5XSpark
Top 15 citations
| # | Citation domain | Citation URL | Actual page |
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| 1 | afkgaming.com | https://afkgaming.com/esports/originals/8bit-thug-reveals-indian-esports-players-and-streamers-earnings | Click here |
| 2 | afkgaming.com | https://afkgaming.com/mobileesports/news/shadow-reveals-the-income-of-professional-bgmi-esports-players | Click here |
| 3 | thebridge.in | https://thebridge.in/esports/esports-top-5-highest-earning-indian-gamers/ | Click here |
| 4 | afkgaming.com | https://afkgaming.com/amp/story/esports/guide/6734-the-business-of-esports-organizations-in-india-how-do-teams-earn-money | Click here |
| 5 | afkgaming.com | https://afkgaming.com/esports/news/sid-discloses-the-salaries-earned-by-indian-and-sea-valorant-players | Click here |
| 6 | gamingnation.in | https://gamingnation.in/bgmi-pro-player-salary-india/ | Click here |
| 7 | afkgaming.com | https://afkgaming.com/esports/guide/top-five-highest-earning-indian-valorant-players | Click here |
| 8 | dtnext.in | https://www.dtnext.in/lifestyle/technology/over-45-of-serious-gamers-earning-above-6l-per-annum-in-india-report-750320 | Click here |
| 9 | khelnow.com | https://khelnow.com/gaming/scoutop-enters-bigg-boss-20-bgmi-star-reveals-₹30-lakh-monthly-income-202609 | Click here |
| 10 | afkgaming.com | https://afkgaming.com/mobileesports/originals/top-5-highest-earning-esports-players-in-india-in-2022 | Click here |
| 11 | businesstoday.in | https://www.businesstoday.in/amp/technology/news/story/more-than-45-of-serious-gamers-earning-over-6-lakh-in-india-report-406943-2023-11-24 | Click here |
| 12 | sportskeeda.com | https://sportskeeda.com/bgmi/news-i-seen-people-getting-80-90k-sardarji-reveals-salary-bgmi-esports-players | Click here |
| 13 | gurugamer.com | https://gurugamer.com/mobile-games/indian-gaming-streamers-can-make-1-million-a-year-17869/amp | Click here |
| 14 | afkgaming.com | https://afkgaming.com/mobileesports/guide/top-five-highest-earning-bgmi-esports-players | Click here |
| 15 | statista.com | https://www.statista.com/statistics/1320683/india-esports-players-by-earnings | Click here |
Category 4 of 5
Platforms and gear
Five questions about gear: the best gaming phone in India, PlayStation against Xbox, the cost of PlayStation Plus, the best cloud gaming service, and where to buy PC games cheaply in India.
Top 5 brands
| # | Brand | Type | Visibility | Share |
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| 1 | PlayStation | Console brand | 40.0% | |
| 2 | Xbox | Console brand | 28.0% | |
| 3 | iQOO | Phone brand | 20.0% | |
| 4 | GeForce Now | Cloud gaming | 20.0% | |
| 5 | Steam | Game store | 20.0% |
Top 10 cited domains
| # | Domain | Citations | Share | Citation volume |
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| 1 | digit.in | 7 | 9.3% | |
| 2 | respawn.outlookindia.com | 7 | 9.3% | |
| 3 | 91mobiles.com | 6 | 8.0% | |
| 4 | indianvideogamer.com | 4 | 5.3% | |
| 5 | smartprix.com | 4 | 5.3% | |
| 6 | godigit.com | 3 | 4.0% | |
| 7 | mysmartprice.com | 3 | 4.0% | |
| 8 | techenclave.com | 3 | 4.0% | |
| 9 | themakoreactor.com | 3 | 4.0% | |
| 10 | analyticsinsight.net | 2 | 2.7% |
Question level summary
| # | Question | Top 5 brands | Top 5 citation domains |
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| 4.1 | Which is the best gaming phone in India? |
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| 4.2 | Which is better in India, PlayStation or Xbox? |
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| 4.3 | How much does PlayStation Plus cost in India? |
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| 4.4 | Which is the best cloud gaming service in India? |
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| 4.5 | Where can I buy PC games cheaply in India? |
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Question 4.1
Which is the best gaming phone in India?
iQOO ranks first, ahead of Digit Insurance, Samsung, Croma and Bajaj Finserv. An insurer cited through three of its own pages ranks second, and a phone maker, a retailer and a lender complete the list. Tech sites write the rest.
Top 5 brands named
- Rank 1iQOO
- Rank 2Digit Insurance
- Rank 3Samsung
- Rank 4Croma
- Rank 5Bajaj Finserv
Top 15 citations
| # | Citation domain | Citation URL | Actual page |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 91mobiles.com | https://www.91mobiles.com/reviews/best-gaming-phones-in-india/ | Click here |
| 2 | godigit.com | https://www.godigit.com/mobile-insurance/find/best-phones-for-gaming-in-india | Click here |
| 3 | croma.com | https://www.croma.com/unboxed/best-gaming-phones-under-rs-10000-in-india-2026 | Click here |
| 4 | mysmartprice.com | https://www.mysmartprice.com/personal-tech/mobiles/mobiles-features/best-gaming-phone-under-rs-40000-top-5-picks-you-can-buy-in-india-right-now/ | Click here |
| 5 | smartprix.com | https://www.smartprix.com/mobiles/best-gaming-phones-under-30000-list?asc=0 | Click here |
| 6 | godigit.com | https://godigit.com/mobile-insurance/find/best-phones-for-gaming-in-india | Click here |
| 7 | community.iqoo.com | https://community.iqoo.com/in/thread/151570 | Click here |
| 8 | samsung.com | https://www.samsung.com/in/explore/brand/best-gaming-phone-under-rs30000/ | Click here |
| 9 | gizbot.com | https://www.gizbot.com/best-gaming-mobile-phones-under-rs-30000/ | Click here |
| 10 | 91mobiles.com | https://www.91mobiles.com/hub/top-gaming-phones-india-2022/ | Click here |
| 11 | godigit.com | https://godigit.com/mobile-insurance/find/best-gaming-phones-under-30000 | Click here |
| 12 | businessinsider.in | https://www.businessinsider.in/tech-buying-guides/best-gaming-phone-under-30000-in-india/articleshow/95455916.cms | Click here |
| 13 | gizbot.com | https://www.gizbot.com/best-smartphones-for-gaming-from-every-price-range-in-india/ | Click here |
| 14 | analyticsinsight.net | https://www.analyticsinsight.net/gaming/10-gaming-smartphones-to-buy-in-india-in-2026 | Click here |
| 15 | 91mobiles.com | https://www.91mobiles.com/hub/?p=475899 | Click here |
Question 4.2
Which is better in India, PlayStation or Xbox?
PlayStation ranks first, ahead of Xbox, GTA 6, Nintendo and Games The Shop. A tech news site supplies five of the fifteen citations, and the coming GTA 6 release shapes much of the advice on which console to buy.
Top 5 brands named
- Rank 1PlayStation
- Rank 2Xbox
- Rank 3GTA 6
- Rank 4Nintendo
- Rank 5Games The Shop
Top 15 citations
| # | Citation domain | Citation URL | Actual page |
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| 1 | theweek.in | https://www.theweek.in/news/sci-tech/2026/06/04/india-gaming-console-2026-guide.amp.html | Click here |
| 2 | theweek.in | https://www.theweek.in/news/sci-tech/2026/06/04/india-gaming-console-2026-guide.html | Click here |
| 3 | techenclave.com | https://techenclave.com/t/which-gaming-console-to-buy-xbox-series-x-or-ps5/271192 | Click here |
| 4 | digit.in | https://www.digit.in/features/gaming/xbox-series-x-vs-ps5-which-console-you-should-get-for-gta-6.html | Click here |
| 5 | digit.in | https://www.digit.in/top-products/best-gaming-console-in-india-3951.html | Click here |
| 6 | smartprix.com | https://www.smartprix.com/bytes/xbox-game-pass-vs-playstation-plus-a-no-nonsense-comparison-for-indian-gamers/ | Click here |
| 7 | telecomtalk.info | https://telecomtalk.info/?p=305436 | Click here |
| 8 | indianvideogamer.com | https://indianvideogamer.com/features/x360-vs-ps3-which-offers-better-customer-support/1886/6 | Click here |
| 9 | techradar.com | https://www.techradar.com/news/xbox-series-x-is-coming-to-games-the-shop-pre-orders-going-live-soon | Click here |
| 10 | digit.in | https://www.digit.in/features/gaming/xbox-series-x-vs-ps5-which-console-you-should-get-for-gta-6.html/amp/ | Click here |
| 11 | egamers.io | https://egamers.io/gta-6-console-guide-should-you-pick-a-ps5-or-an-xbox-series-x/ | Click here |
| 12 | digit.in | https://www.digit.in/features/gaming/ps5-vs-xbox-series-x-58272.html/amp/ | Click here |
| 13 | businessinsider.in | https://www.businessinsider.in/tech-buying-guides/best-gaming-consoles-in-india/articleshow/77486027.cms | Click here |
| 14 | m.gsmarena.com | https://m.gsmarena.com/sony_unveils_playstation_5_console_and_accessory_pricing_for_india-news-45846.php | Click here |
| 15 | digit.in | https://www.digit.in/news/gaming/sony-playstation-5-india-price-revealed-heres-how-it-compares-to-xbox-series-x-56861.html | Click here |
Question 4.3
How much does PlayStation Plus cost in India?
PlayStation ranks first, ahead of JioGames, Xbox, Rooter and MD Computers. Prices rose about 30 percent from 19 July 2026; the Essential tier now costs Rs 649 a month. Several cited pages still show older prices.
Top 5 brands named
- Rank 1PlayStation
- Rank 2JioGames
- Rank 3Xbox
- Rank 4Rooter
- Rank 5MD Computers
Top 15 citations
| # | Citation domain | Citation URL | Actual page |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 91mobiles.com | https://www.91mobiles.com/hub/?p=541044 | Click here |
| 2 | respawn.outlookindia.com | https://respawn.outlookindia.com/gaming/gaming-news/playstation-plus-prices-see-up-to-30-hikes-in-india | Click here |
| 3 | telecomtalk.info | https://telecomtalk.info/?p=1007763 | Click here |
| 4 | respawn.outlookindia.com | https://respawn.outlookindia.com/amp/story/gaming/gaming-news/playstation-plus-prices-see-up-to-30-hikes-in-india | Click here |
| 5 | sportskeeda.com | https://www.sportskeeda.com/esports/new-playstation-plus-india-prices-revealed-tiers-date-upgrade-path | Click here |
| 6 | indianvideogamer.com | https://indianvideogamer.com/?p=28599 | Click here |
| 7 | indianvideogamer.com | https://www.indianvideogamer.com/news/playstation-plus-subscription-rates-to-go-up/26795 | Click here |
| 8 | smartprix.com | https://smartprix.com/bytes/sony-hikes-ps-plus-prices-in-india-all-three-tiers-now-cost-more-effective-july-19-2026/ | Click here |
| 9 | themakoreactor.com | https://themakoreactor.com/?p=10646 | Click here |
| 10 | store.jiogames.com | https://store.jiogames.com/blog/ps-plus-deluxe-vs-extra | Click here |
| 11 | 91mobiles.com | https://www.91mobiles.com/hub/?p=456564 | Click here |
| 12 | techradar.com | https://www.techradar.com/news/sony-ps-plus-yearly-fee-gets-50-discount-for-new-subscribers-in-india | Click here |
| 13 | themakoreactor.com | https://themakoreactor.com/?p=1581 | Click here |
| 14 | techlusive.in | https://www.techlusive.in/gaming/playstation-plus-annual-subscription-gets-pricier-1406716/amp/ | Click here |
| 15 | mysmartprice.com | https://www.mysmartprice.com/gear/?p=276382 | Click here |
Question 4.4
Which is the best cloud gaming service in India?
GeForce Now ranks first, ahead of Xbox Cloud Gaming, OnePlay, ONMO and Cyfuture Cloud. Xbox Cloud Gaming launched in India in November 2025 and GeForce Now fully in July 2026, so many cited pages describe a delayed launch.
Top 5 brands named
- Rank 1GeForce Now
- Rank 2Xbox Cloud Gaming
- Rank 3OnePlay
- Rank 4ONMO
- Rank 5Cyfuture Cloud
Top 15 citations
| # | Citation domain | Citation URL | Actual page |
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| 1 | cyfuture.cloud | https://cyfuture.cloud/kb/gaming/how-to-choose-the-right-cloud-gaming-service-for-indian-users | Click here |
| 2 | analyticsinsight.net | https://www.analyticsinsight.net/amp/story/gaming/best-cloud-gaming-platforms-to-try-in-india-in-2026 | Click here |
| 3 | respawn.outlookindia.com | https://respawn.outlookindia.com/gaming/gaming-originals/cloud-gaming-comes-home-what-xcloud-means-for-the-indian-market | Click here |
| 4 | respawn.outlookindia.com | https://respawn.outlookindia.com/gaming/gaming-news/geforce-now-india-launch-imminent-availability-expected-by-april | Click here |
| 5 | mysmartprice.com | https://www.mysmartprice.com/gear/others/others-news/nvidia-geforce-launch-in-india/ | Click here |
| 6 | entrackr.com | https://entrackr.com/?p=153950 | Click here |
| 7 | cbinsights.com | https://www.cbinsights.com/investor/oneplay | Click here |
| 8 | cyfuture.cloud | https://cyfuture.cloud/kb/gaming/which-cloud-gaming-is-available-in-india | Click here |
| 9 | gamingnation.in | https://gamingnation.in/best-cloud-gaming-india/ | Click here |
| 10 | respawn.outlookindia.com | https://respawn.outlookindia.com/gaming/gaming-news/xbox-cloud-gaming-india-launched-play-aaa-titles-via-cloud-now | Click here |
| 11 | smartprix.com | https://www.smartprix.com/bytes/onmo-cloud-gaming-launches-in-india-at-rs-4999-with-a-pro-controller-and-a-3-month-subscription/ | Click here |
| 12 | beebom.com | https://beebom.com/i-tested-nvidia-geforce-now-in-india/amp/ | Click here |
| 13 | business-standard.com | https://www.business-standard.com/technology/tech-news/nvidia-geforce-now-cloud-gaming-india-launch-delayed-2026-q1-125112400323_1.html | Click here |
| 14 | 91mobiles.com | https://www.91mobiles.com/updates/nvidia-delays-geforce-now-india-rollout-to-2026-but-the-hype-stays-alive/amp/ | Click here |
| 15 | letsdatascience.com | https://letsdatascience.com/news/nvidia-launches-geforce-now-cloud-gaming-in-india-e0a064ef | Click here |
Question 4.5
Where can I buy PC games cheaply in India?
Steam ranks first, ahead of Green Man Gaming, Flipkart, G2A and Game4U. G2A is a key marketplace, and Game4U appears only through a story from 2012. Forums and tech sites write most of the advice.
Top 5 brands named
- Rank 1Steam
- Rank 2Green Man Gaming
- Rank 3Flipkart
- Rank 4G2A
- Rank 5Game4U
Top 15 citations
| # | Citation domain | Citation URL | Actual page |
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| 1 | techenclave.com | https://techenclave.com/t/how-to-buy-pc-games-on-steam-in-india-using-cash-on-delivery/238318 | Click here |
| 2 | gamingnation.in | https://gamingnation.in/gaming-key-stores-india/ | Click here |
| 3 | respawn.outlookindia.com | https://respawn.outlookindia.com/amp/story/gaming/gaming-news/green-man-gaming-expands-to-india-with-regional-pricing | Click here |
| 4 | indianvideogamer.com | https://www.indianvideogamer.com/news/flipkart-raises-pc-game-prices-to-rs-1499/21156 | Click here |
| 5 | digit.in | https://www.digit.in/news/gaming/g2a-an-unknown-site-with-killer-deals-on-pc-games-24549.html | Click here |
| 6 | themakoreactor.com | https://themakoreactor.com/?p=11455 | Click here |
| 7 | maketecheasier.com | https://maketecheasier.com/cheap-steam-keys-websites/ | Click here |
| 8 | respawn.outlookindia.com | https://respawn.outlookindia.com/gaming/gaming-news/green-man-gaming-expands-to-india-with-regional-pricing | Click here |
| 9 | medianama.com | https://www.medianama.com/2012/10/223-game4u-launches-digital-game-downloads-service-downloads4u/ | Click here |
| 10 | techenclave.com | https://techenclave.com/t/steam-is-moving-to-rupees-from-3rd-nov/234032 | Click here |
| 11 | digit.in | https://www.digit.in/news/gaming/valve-increases-regional-pricing-for-pc-games-on-steam-65795.html | Click here |
| 12 | windowscentral.com | https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/7-best-sites-to-get-cheap-game-keys | Click here |
| 13 | onmsft.com | https://onmsft.com/?p=13374 | Click here |
| 14 | steamcommunity.com | https://steamcommunity.com/groups/digitalcodes/comments | Click here |
| 15 | afkgaming.com | https://afkgaming.com/gaming/general/armored-core-vi-and-elden-ring-prices-hiked-in-india-is-regional-pricing-on-steam-dying | Click here |
Category 5 of 5
Safety, kids and rules
Five questions about safety and rules: setting parental controls on games, spotting fake gaming apps and scams, reporting online gaming fraud, the GST on online games, and the age ratings that apply to video games in India.
Top 5 brands
| # | Brand | Type | Visibility | Share |
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| 1 | MHA | Ministry | 28.0% | |
| 2 | Xbox | Console brand | 24.0% | |
| 3 | BGMI | Mobile game | 24.0% | |
| 4 | PlayStation | Console brand | 20.0% | |
| 5 | Quick Heal | Cybersecurity firm | 20.0% |
Top 10 cited domains
| # | Domain | Citations | Share | Citation volume |
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| 1 | medianama.com | 3 | 4.0% | |
| 2 | deccanherald.com | 2 | 2.7% | |
| 3 | en.wikipedia.org | 2 | 2.7% | |
| 4 | exchange4media.com | 2 | 2.7% | |
| 5 | inc42.com | 2 | 2.7% | |
| 6 | law4u.in | 2 | 2.7% | |
| 7 | organiser.org | 2 | 2.7% | |
| 8 | outlookbusiness.com | 2 | 2.7% | |
| 9 | respawn.outlookindia.com | 2 | 2.7% | |
| 10 | sigma.world | 2 | 2.7% |
Question level summary
| # | Question | Top 5 brands | Top 5 citation domains |
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| 5.1 | How do I set parental controls on games for my child? |
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| 5.2 | How do I spot fake gaming apps and scams in India? |
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| 5.3 | How do I report online gaming fraud in India? |
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| 5.4 | What GST applies to online games in India? |
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| 5.5 | What age ratings apply to video games in India? |
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Question 5.1
How do I set parental controls on games for my child?
PlayStation ranks first through its own family page, ahead of Xbox, BGMI, ESRB and Internet Matters. Platform guides lead here, and BGMI ranks through its own time limits for minors. Most sources are from the US and UK.
Top 5 brands named
- Rank 1PlayStation
- Rank 2Xbox
- Rank 3BGMI
- Rank 4ESRB
- Rank 5Internet Matters
Top 15 citations
| # | Citation domain | Citation URL | Actual page |
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| 1 | digitaltrends.com | https://www.digitaltrends.com/gaming/video-games-how-to-setup-parental-controls/ | Click here |
| 2 | playstation.com | https://www.playstation.com/family | Click here |
| 3 | esrb.org | https://www.esrb.org/tools-for-parents/family-gaming-guide/setting-up-a-child-account-and-using-parental-controls | Click here |
| 4 | digit.in | https://www.digit.in/news/gaming/bgmi-parental-controls-how-to-explained-68274.html | Click here |
| 5 | almancax.com | https://www.almancax.com/en/how-to-set-up-parental-controls-on-gaming-platforms-to-keep-children-safe | Click here |
| 6 | ukstories.microsoft.com | https://ukstories.microsoft.com/features/new-xbox-app-lets-parents-manage-their-childrens-gaming/ | Click here |
| 7 | windowscentral.com | https://windowscentral.com/how-set-time-limits-your-child-xbox-family-settings | Click here |
| 8 | internetmatters.org | https://www.internetmatters.org/parental-controls/gaming-consoles/playstation-parental-controls/ | Click here |
| 9 | techradar.com | https://www.techradar.com/news/bgmi-adds-parental-controls-restricts-gaming-time-to-3-hours | Click here |
| 10 | mysmartprice.com | https://www.mysmartprice.com/gear/web-stories/bgmi-parental-control-what-is-it-and-how-to-set/ | Click here |
| 11 | turnto10.com | https://turnto10.com/archive/step-by-step-guide-to-setting-up-parental-control-for-video-games | Click here |
| 12 | hsbc.co.uk | https://HSBC.co.uk/content/dam/hsbc/gb/pdf/financial-education/setting-parental-controls.pdf | Click here |
| 13 | commonsensemedia.org | https://www.commonsensemedia.org/blog/parental-controls-playstation-4 | Click here |
| 14 | ubisoft.com | https://ubisoft.com/en-us/company/social-impact/family-gaming/articles/setting-up-parental-controls | Click here |
| 15 | kidslox.com | https://kidslox.com/how-to/turn-off-in-app-purchases/ | Click here |
Question 5.2
How do I spot fake gaming apps and scams in India?
Quick Heal, a security firm, ranks first through two of its own pages, ahead of Free Fire, BGMI, the home ministry and mFilterIt. Fake top up and free currency offers for popular games drive many of the scams described.
Top 5 brands named
- Rank 1Quick Heal
- Rank 2Free Fire
- Rank 3BGMI
- Rank 4MHA
- Rank 5mFilterIt
Top 15 citations
| # | Citation domain | Citation URL | Actual page |
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| 1 | quickheal.co.in | https://www.quickheal.co.in/knowledge-centre/betting-app-scams-to-be-aware-of/ | Click here |
| 2 | quickheal.com | https://www.quickheal.com/blogs/how-to-identify-fake-apps-in-the-google-play-store/ | Click here |
| 3 | developers.it.com | https://developers.it.com/article/68dab58f4b208f9c5df01e2f | Click here |
| 4 | organiser.org | https://organiser.org/2024/01/25/218046/bharat/stay-safe-while-gaming-online-alerts-mhas-cyber-wing/ | Click here |
| 5 | thequint.com | https://www.thequint.com/amp/story/news/webqoof/fake-gaming-app-scam-targets-victims-who-invest-money | Click here |
| 6 | outlookbusiness.com | https://www.outlookbusiness.com/amp/story/news/how-to-protect-yourself-from-fraudulent-app-scams-news-202592 | Click here |
| 7 | afaqs.com | https://www.afaqs.com/companies/bgmi-partners-with-maitri-for-april-fools-uc-scam-awareness-prank-8920236 | Click here |
| 8 | sportskeeda.com | https://www.sportskeeda.com/esports/free-fire-diamond-generators-fake-can-lead-account-suspensions-garena | Click here |
| 9 | sportskeeda.com | https://sportskeeda.com/bgmi/news-bgmi-content-creators-warn-fans-players-fall-uc-scams-game-s-india-ban | Click here |
| 10 | deccanherald.com | https://www.deccanherald.com/india/scammers-creating-1000-phishing-domains-a-day-celebs-deepfake-videos-for-dubious-apps-3220250 | Click here |
| 11 | cxotoday.com | https://cxotoday.com/newsletter/how-to-protect-yourself-from-fraudulent-app-scams/ | Click here |
| 12 | channeldrive.in | https://channeldrive.in/gaming/mfilterit-reveals-key-threats-to-watch-in-online-gaming/ | Click here |
| 13 | inc42.com | https://inc42.com/?p=356601 | Click here |
| 14 | nordvpn.com | https://nordvpn.com/blog/fake-apps/ | Click here |
| 15 | itvoice.in | https://www.itvoice.in/escan-warns-you-of-fake-football-gaming-applications | Click here |
Question 5.3
How do I report online gaming fraud in India?
The home ministry ranks first, ahead of the Rajya Sabha, Law4u, Vidhikarya and Kerala Police. Legal advice sites supply several citations. Fraud can be reported at cybercrime.gov.in or on the 1930 helpline, which police pages cite.
Top 5 brands named
- Rank 1MHA
- Rank 2Rajya Sabha
- Rank 3Law4u
- Rank 4Vidhikarya
- Rank 5Kerala Police
Top 15 citations
| # | Citation domain | Citation URL | Actual page |
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| 1 | smartbulletin.it.com | https://smartbulletin.it.com/?p=1789 | Click here |
| 2 | law4u.in | https://law4u.in/answer/18757/Can-online-gaming-fraud-be-reported-to-cyber-police | Click here |
| 3 | vidhikarya.com | https://www.vidhikarya.com/FreeLegalAdvice/63745/transaction-mismatch-in-my-account | Click here |
| 4 | rsdebate.nic.in | https://rsdebate.nic.in/bitstream/123456789/759520/1/PQ_267_21032025_U2466_p190_p191.pdf | Click here |
| 5 | ps.keralapolice.gov.in | https://ps.keralapolice.gov.in/ernakulamruralcyber-ps/notifications/National-Cyber-Crime-Reporting-Helpline-No-1930-3338 | Click here |
| 6 | organiser.org | https://organiser.org/2024/01/25/218046/bharat/stay-safe-while-gaming-online-alerts-mhas-cyber-wing/ | Click here |
| 7 | righttoinformation.wiki | https://righttoinformation.wiki/online-betting-app-fraud-india | Click here |
| 8 | law4u.in | https://www.law4u.in/top-answer/19884/how-to-file-complaints-against-illegal-online-betting-or-gambling-sites | Click here |
| 9 | ciet.ncert.gov.in | https://ciet.ncert.gov.in/storage/app/public/files/17/Workshop_and_training_files/fsce/day1_ppt.pdf | Click here |
| 10 | english.factcrescendo.com | https://english.factcrescendo.com/2025/10/11/pib-report-on-online-scams-and-cyber-frauds/ | Click here |
| 11 | vidhikarya.com | https://www.vidhikarya.com/get-free-legal-advice/cyber-crime-legal-advice?page=11 | Click here |
| 12 | sigma.world | https://sigma.world/news/india-online-gaming-industry-safety-report-ccaoi/ | Click here |
| 13 | moneylife.in | https://moneylife.in/article/haryana-police-freeze-rs30-lakh-siphoned-off-by-fraudster/68079.html | Click here |
| 14 | akanchasrivastava.org | https://akanchasrivastava.org/how-to-report-cyber-crimes-in-india-act-fast-report-correctly/ | Click here |
| 15 | tribuneindia.com | https://www.tribuneindia.com/news/india/mumbai-man-claims-rs-13-crore-loss-in-online-gaming-scam-probe-underway | Click here |
Question 5.4
What GST applies to online games in India?
The GST Council ranks first, ahead of Fonoa, Gameskraft, AIGF and BDO. Online money gaming carried 28 percent GST on deposits from October 2023 and 40 percent from September 2025. Ordinary games without stakes carry 18 percent.
Top 5 brands named
- Rank 1GST Council
- Rank 2Fonoa
- Rank 3Gameskraft
- Rank 4AIGF
- Rank 5BDO
Top 15 citations
| # | Citation domain | Citation URL | Actual page |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | fonoa.com | https://www.fonoa.com/blog/india-imposes-gst-on-online-gaming | Click here |
| 2 | medianama.com | https://www.medianama.com/2025/09/223-online-money-games-40-gst/ | Click here |
| 3 | taxguru.in | https://taxguru.in/?p=1081145 | Click here |
| 4 | inc42.com | https://inc42.com/?p=408608 | Click here |
| 5 | taxbuddy.com | https://www.taxbuddy.com/blog/gst-on-online-gaming-how-gst-applies-to-online-gaming-casinos-and-lottery | Click here |
| 6 | busy.in | https://busy.in/gst-rates/gaming-industry | Click here |
| 7 | 5paisa.com | https://www.5paisa.com/blog/gst-on-online-gaming | Click here |
| 8 | theweek.in | https://www.theweek.in/news/biz-tech/2025/09/06/gst-2-0-how-will-the-gaming-ecosystem-in-india-be-affected.amp.html | Click here |
| 9 | sigma.world | https://sigma.world/news/india-targets-online-gaming-and-casinos-with-40-gst-hike/ | Click here |
| 10 | deccanherald.com | https://www.deccanherald.com/business/technology/explained-how-will-28-gst-on-online-gaming-impact-the-industry-1237487.html | Click here |
| 11 | respawn.outlookindia.com | https://respawn.outlookindia.com/gaming/gaming-news/how-indian-gaming-costs-shift-with-the-2025-gst-overhaul | Click here |
| 12 | aigf.in | https://aigf.in/news/will-request-gst-council-to-reconsider-gst-on-online-gaming-rajeev-chandrasekhar | Click here |
| 13 | bdo.in | https://www.bdo.in/en-gb/news/2023/taxing-gst-on-deposits-will-wipe-out-80-of-online-gaming-industry | Click here |
| 14 | registerkaro.in | https://www.registerkaro.in/hsn/gst-rate-hsn-code-950450 | Click here |
| 15 | zeebiz.com | https://www.zeebiz.com/hindi/personal-finance/gst/online-gaming-gst-evasion-gameskraft-case-karnataka-high-court-quashes-gst-notice-issued-to-online-gaming-platform-128420 | Click here |
Question 5.5
What age ratings apply to video games in India?
BIS, the standards body, ranks first, ahead of AIGDF, Grant Thornton, Xbox and IARC. In 2026 BIS published a voluntary standard under which publishers rate their own games, from all ages through to adults only.
Top 5 brands named
- Rank 1BIS
- Rank 2AIGDF
- Rank 3Grant Thornton
- Rank 4Xbox
- Rank 5IARC
Top 15 citations
| # | Citation domain | Citation URL | Actual page |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | law.asia | https://law.asia/india-gaming-age-ratings/ | Click here |
| 2 | respawn.outlookindia.com | https://respawn.outlookindia.com/gaming/gaming-originals/indias-first-game-rating-standard-real-need-or-overreach | Click here |
| 3 | exchange4media.com | https://www.exchange4media.com/digital-news/aigdf-calls-for-indias-own-content-rating-system-for-online-video-digital-games-136718.html | Click here |
| 4 | medianama.com | https://www.medianama.com/2024/08/223-indian-game-developers-call-age-rating-system-protect-underage-gamers/ | Click here |
| 5 | afkgaming.com | https://afkgaming.com/esports/originals/understanding-game-ratings-a-parents-guide-for-india | Click here |
| 6 | impactonnet.com | https://www.impactonnet.com/more-from-impact/bis-introduces-age-rating-norms-for-video-games-13943.html | Click here |
| 7 | exchange4media.com | https://www.exchange4media.com/digital-news/bis-introduces-age-rating-norms-for-video-games-153602.html | Click here |
| 8 | storyboard18.com | https://www.storyboard18.com/digital/bis-issues-framework-for-age-rating-of-video-and-digital-games-in-india-ws-e-94408.htm | Click here |
| 9 | medianama.com | https://www.medianama.com/2026/04/223-bis-age-rating-standard-video-games-india/ | Click here |
| 10 | grantthornton.in | https://www.grantthornton.in/insights/articles/advancing-indias-online-gaming-regulation-one-measure-at-a-time/ | Click here |
| 11 | outlookbusiness.com | https://www.outlookbusiness.com/amp/story/news/india-lacks-standardised-age-rating-framework-aigdf-report | Click here |
| 12 | en.wikipedia.org | https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/International_Age_Rating_Coalition | Click here |
| 13 | en.wikipedia.org | https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mobile_software_content_rating_system | Click here |
| 14 | xbox.com | https://xbox.com/en-sg/games/gameratings | Click here |
| 15 | digitalturbine.com | https://www.digitalturbine.com/blog/how-age-ratings | Click here |
Conclusion
This report is a snapshot. AI engines refresh their sources every week, and the brands that move first tend to hold the top spot. Three gaming news sites supply 53 of the 375 citations, and a phone brand's own fan forum answers questions on esports careers and teams.
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