Snigdhashis Banerjee

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?
I have been playing games online from a long time I use to play in friv.com many types of games also not only online us to play lot of pc games like maxpayne , hitman , prince of persia , gta vice city , road rash , counter strike .etc , then playstation was released where we use to play fifa and use to play tournaments and then slowly mobile game came to craze and COC came from where we made clans and did war started grinding and all of a sudden PUBG mobile released and my friends started playing and we got addicted to the game and we started playing it regularly , 6hrs a day almost we use to play chill have fun grind.
For how many years have you been playing online games?
14 years
What are your educational qualifications?
Currently persuing BBA last year
What skills do you think are required to play online games?
Sharp thinking and Quick reflexes
Does playing online game form part of your daily life? is it a part of your livelihood?
No
What are your preferred kind of online games? What factors do you consider before putting money into any online game?
I only put money on scrims or tournament where we have the possibility to win through our hardwork it's not a gamble it's where you out case your skills and experience and win money through online game .
What skills are required to succeed in an online gaming tournament?
Strategy , reflex , game sense
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?
I think there should be govt verified or krafton verified tournament so that everything goes smoothly and you don't fall in any kind of scams like there are so many orgs and tournament organisations who have scamed prize pool and hosted the tournament like they did not give the prize pool only . If there are any major action taken by some legal procedures then this scams will also stop and people will be more interested and dedicated towards there grind .
Community Engagement: Do you actively participate in gaming communities or forums? How important do you think community engagement is for the online gaming community?
It is really important as it's one of the actively leading industry and there are people who are actually investing corers to build an amazing gaming environment as per my thinking the more community engagement is better for people to know an acknowledge that what is gaming industry why is it important and it has a stable career.
What do you think about addiction and dependency on online gaming?
Addiction and dependency on online gaming can become problematic when it negatively impacts daily life, relationships, and responsibilities. While gaming can offer entertainment and community, excessive time spent playing can lead to neglect of work, studies, and physical health. Recognizing signs like inability to stop playing, prioritizing gaming over other tasks, and experiencing withdrawal symptoms is important for addressing the issue. A balanced approach, including setting boundaries and seeking support, is key to managing gaming habits.
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?
Sorry I don't know
If there is one thing about the online gaming industry you can convey to the government, what would it be?
Trust online gaming industry as many people are trying to represent India through online gaming environment , also they should show more interest as it's one of the actively growing industry.
Are there any tournaments you have won or gaming achievements you would like to share with us?
I have played bgis 2 times , I went to bgis round 2 in 2023 and bgis round 1 in 2024 , we unfortunately couldn't qualify for other round but this time we are back with more discipline and dedication towards the tournament .

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