Sunburn Festival 2025 has partnered with Revenant Esports to unveil “Game The Beat,” India’s first large-scale music and gaming crossover. Scheduled for December 19–21 in Mumbai, the event will blend EDM performances with esports arenas and creator-led content, aiming to engage over 50 million fans across digital and live platforms.
Sunburn Festival Levels Up with Revenant Esports in a Cultural First
In a groundbreaking move, Sunburn Festival 2025, Asia’s premier electronic dance music (EDM) event, has joined forces with Revenant Esports (RNTX) to launch “Game The Beat”, India’s first-ever music and gaming crossover. The collaboration marks a new chapter in experiential entertainment, merging the high-energy worlds of live music and competitive gaming.
The event will take place from December 19 to 21, 2025, at Infiniti Bay, Sewri, Mumbai, and promises to redefine how fans engage with digital and live culture.
Key Highlights from the Collaboration:
India’s First Music-Gaming Crossover
“Game The Beat” will feature interactive gaming zones, live EDM performances, and creator-led showcases, creating a multi-sensory experience for attendees.
Revenant XSpark as Gaming Partner
Revenant XSpark, a division of Revenant Esports, will curate the gaming content, including esports tournaments, streamer meetups, and immersive tech activations.
Massive Audience Reach
The initiative aims to engage over 50 million fans across digital platforms and on-ground experiences, tapping into India’s booming youth and gaming demographics.
Creator-Led Content Strategy
Popular gaming influencers and music artists will collaborate on live streams, social media campaigns, and interactive fan sessions, bridging the gap between virtual and real-world entertainment.
Cultural Integration of EDM and Esports
The event seeks to normalize gaming as mainstream culture, much like EDM has evolved in India over the past decade.
Strategic Vision for Future Events
Organizers hint at expanding the format to other cities and festivals, potentially creating a new genre of hybrid entertainment events.
This fusion of beats and bytes signals a bold step toward next-gen entertainment, where music festivals become platforms for digital expression and esports gain cultural legitimacy.
Sources: Outlook Respawn, InsideSport