From Mom To Mentor: The Unsung Heroes Behind India's Top Gamers

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From skeptical views to embracing the digital arena, the journey of gaming in India has seen significant shifts, largely influenced by the unsung heroes of the Esports world - the mothers.

The recent HP India Gaming Landscape Study 2023 sheds light on this transformation, revealing a growing acceptance among parents towards gaming as a hobby. A notable 42% of parents now view gaming positively, a sentiment buoyed by the industry's expansion.

Mothers, in particular, have played a pivotal role in nurturing country's top gamers and streamers. Naman Mathur, popularly known as Mortal, and his recent conversation with Prime Minister Narendra Modi underscores this change.

Mortal credits his success to his mother's unwavering belief in him. From running a tiffin service to support their family to encouraging Mortal's gaming aspirations, she exemplified resilience and support.

Her financial sacrifices, including purchasing Mortal's first iPad for gaming, laid the groundwork for his career. Today, Mortal's mother joins the gaming community herself, exploring games in her leisure time and celebrating her son's achievements.

Parv Singh, known as Regaltos, shares a similar story of maternal support against familial skepticism. His mother's faith in his gaming career and her defense against his father's disapproval played a crucial role in his journey.

Regaltos' success in the Esports arena, including representing India internationally, is a testament to his mother's enduring support.

For female gamers, the road is often tougher due to societal stereotypes. Ankkita Chauhan, alias AnkkitaC from S8UL, breaks this mold with her mother, a gamer herself, as her inspiration.

Their shared passion for games like Zuma and Insaniquarium laid the foundation for AnkkitaC's career. Her mother's enthusiasm for gaming, from PC classics to mobile games like Candy Crush, continues to inspire AnkkitaC.

Interestingly, WildBrain's "THE FAMILY MEDIAVERSE" report, based on research by Savanta, identifies co-gaming as a prominent trend, with mothers more likely to engage in video games with their children than fathers.

This highlights the evolving dynamics within families, pointing towards a broader acceptance and understanding of gaming as a shared and bonding activity.

These stories illuminate the crucial role mothers play in the gaming landscape. Their early support and belief in their children's passions have not only fostered successful careers but also helped shift societal perceptions of gaming. As the industry grows, so does the recognition of these supportive figures behind India's top gamers.

Source: Media Release