Pawan Kumar

How did you venture into the online gaming space? Which online games do you play regularly? What gaming platforms do you primarily use? (PC, console, mobile) How many hours do you typically spend gaming each week?
There was a phase in my life where I went into depression and locked myself in a room. During that time, I installed PUBG on my phone and started playing. Over time, I became immersed in it without realizing how much time had passed. I stream games for 4 hours daily, and over 30 hours weekly are dedicated to streaming.
For how many years have you been playing online games?
3 years
What are your educational qualifications?
Graduate
What skills do you think are required to play online games?
I play games for fun. For me, if you are enjoying the game, that itself is your skill.
Does playing online game form part of your daily life? is it a part of your livelihood?
I am a government official in the Department of Cooperation, Government of Punjab. This job is for my family. After work, I do streaming. It is my dream to become a well-known streamer, gamer, and content creator.
What are your preferred kind of online games? What factors do you consider before putting money into any online game?
I prefer online games that feel realistic and engaging with other players. I like games that connect us.
What skills are required to succeed in an online gaming tournament?
A good team and a good team leader.
Have you ever experienced financial fraud or scams related to online gaming? What measures do you think should be implemented to prevent financial exploitation in online gaming?
No
Community Engagement: Do you actively participate in gaming communities or forums? How important do you think community engagement is for the online gaming community?
I have never had the chance to participate.
What do you think about addiction and dependency on online gaming?
I donā€™t know much about addiction, but anything in excess is harmful. Everything should be done within limits and at the right time.
Are you aware of the existing laws and regulations related to online gaming in your country? Do you think there should be more regulations to protect gamers' rights and safety online?
No, I donā€™t know.
If there is one thing about the online gaming industry you can convey to the government, what would it be?
The government should treat online gamers the same as other sports players and provide them with opportunities so they can make India proud in esports as well.
Are there any tournaments you have won or gaming achievements you would like to share with us?
I had a long journey with Rooter Esports as part of Sigma Gaming. I streamed there for almost 3 years and gained over 188k followers. However, they removed me, saying my content wasnā€™t good enough and my audience wasnā€™t growing. They also gave me less payment. After that, I started my gaming journey on YouTube and Instagram.

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