Mumbai: STAN, a social platform for gamers and a premier gaming community startup, is set to host the highly anticipated STANfest 2024, a monumental event bringing together over 200 of the biggest names in gaming and lifestyle content creation. Scheduled for November 24th, 2024, at Phoenix Palassio in Lucknow, this groundbreaking event is expected to attract more than 20,000 fans and creators, making it India’s largest gathering of its kind.
STANfest 2024 will offer an immersive experience for gaming enthusiasts, content creators, and brands alike. The event promises an action-packed day filled with Esports LAN tournaments, live music performances, stand-up comedy, and exclusive creator engagement sessions. With a combined social media following of over 600 million from participating creators, the event is poised to be a major milestone for the gaming and creator communities in India.
The event is set to be the largest congregation of India’s gaming and lifestyle creators. STAN has partnered with Zupee, one of India’s leading skill-based gaming applications, as the official sponsor of the fan fest. This partnership aligns with both companies’ mission to nurture the rapidly growing gaming ecosystem in India.
Nauman Mulla, Co-Founder and COO of STAN, shared, “STANfest is a key milestone for us, bringing together the brightest minds in gaming and content creation. This year’s event will be our largest yet, featuring innovative experiences that will set the tone for the future of the gaming industry in India. After last year’s success with over 500 creators at the Creator Mixer in Hyderabad, we’re thrilled to host a creator extravaganza on a much larger scale.”
In the lead-up to the main event, STAN will engage the community with a 15-day online streaming series, featuring exciting networked game sessions, activations, and buzz-generating social media campaigns. The event will culminate in a one-day offline experience on November 24th, filled with creator meet-and-greets, LAN tournaments, sign-ups, photo booths, creator show matches, and live performances.
The event will also spotlight the STAN Awards, where 40+ awards will be presented to recognize outstanding contributions by gaming creators. Among the top creators expected to participate are Elvish Yadav, Mortal, Ashish Chanchlani, Round2Hell, Asim Riaz, Total Gaming, Gyan Gaming, and many more.
To enhance the fan experience, STAN has partnered with Bingo as the official snacking partner of STANfest 2024. Fans will be able to enjoy the event’s activities while indulging in their favorite snacks.
STAN has already established itself as a leading player in India’s gaming ecosystem, with over 15 million downloads within the first two years of its launch. The platform has formed strategic partnerships with more than 200 games and brands, positioning itself as a key player in shaping the creator economy and enhancing the user experience.
Akanksha Dhamija, COO of Zupee, expressed excitement about the partnership, saying, “As a category creator in skill-based gaming, we are thrilled to partner with STANfest 2024. This collaboration aligns with our mission to support and contribute to the growth of India’s gaming ecosystem. We are excited to be part of this historic gathering of fans, creators, and brands.”
Attendance at STANfest 2024 is free, but fans are required to register through the STAN app to secure their spots. This offers fans a golden opportunity to meet their favorite creators and experience an unforgettable day filled with exciting performances, networking opportunities, and a celebration of gaming culture.
STAN is determined to deliver a one-of-a-kind experience that celebrates the vibrant gaming community in India, solidifying its position as the ultimate platform for creators, fans, and brands to connect and engage.
As STANfest 2024 draws near, the excitement continues to build. With a star-studded line-up of creators, groundbreaking performances, and an array of thrilling activities, the event promises to be a game-changer for India’s gaming and creator communities. Stay tuned for updates as the largest gaming fest in India gets ready to kick off in Lucknow.
