KRAFTON, Inc. has officially announced the Battlegrounds Mobile India Series (BGIS) 2023, marking the inaugural BGIS tournament with a LAN event finale. As the largest Battle Royale Esports tournament in India, BGIS 2023 will see thousands of teams vying for a whopping prize pool of INR 2 crore.
In line with KRAFTON’s commitment to delivering localized experiences, the Grand Finals will be broadcast in 10 languages, including English, Hindi, and eight regional languages, ensuring the thrill of the tournament reaches every corner of India.
BGIS 2023: All You Need To Know
Tournament Timeline and Structure
BGIS 2023 will begin streaming on July 20th and conclude on October 14th, 2023. The tournament is divided into two phases: the Online qualifiers and the Offline Grand Finals, which will be held on-ground from October 12th to 14th, with fans invited to attend.
A Platform for Talent
Sean Hyunil Sohn, India CEO, KRAFTON, Inc., expressed his excitement about the tournament, emphasizing KRAFTON’s dedication to providing a platform for both amateur and professional players to display their talent and hone their skills. BGIS 2023 is a crucial step in this journey, marking the beginning of a thriving gaming community.
The Grind: The Road to the Main Event
BGIS 2023 kicks off with The Grind, where 256 invited teams will compete to secure a spot among the top 64 teams, advancing to Rounds 2 and 3. The Grind will determine which teams, along with those advancing via the In-Game Qualifiers, will compete in the main event. Fans can tune into The Grind on the KRAFTON INDIA ESPORTS YouTube channel, starting July 20th, every day at 12pm IST.
Registration and Verification Process
Registrations will be open from July 24th to August 2nd, followed by a verification process from August 3rd to August 9th. Players must ensure accurate entry of details to avoid elimination during verification. From August 10th to August 17th, the verified teams will participate in intense in-game qualifiers through 15 classic matches, with their top 10 match scores determining their rankings.
The Journey to the Grand Finale
Of the participating teams, 2048 will qualify for Round 1. These teams will then compete in groups of 16 from Round 1 to Round 6, with the top teams advancing to the next round, culminating in the electrifying Grand Finale. The LAN event, held from October 12th to 14th, will be open to fans, as the best teams clash for the ultimate glory.
| Phase | Dates |
| The Grind | 20th July – 20th August |
| Registrations | 24th July – 2nd August |
| Verifications for Registrations | 3rd – 9th August |
| In-game qualifiers | 10th – 17th August |
| Round 1 – Round 6 | 31st August – 7th October |
| BGIS Grand Finals | 12th – 14th October |
With BGIS 2023, KRAFTON, Inc. is not just hosting a tournament; it’s fostering a vibrant gaming community and setting a new standard for esports in India.
