Top 6 Indian Male Gaming Creators Driving the UGC and Esports Boom

Gaming in India has evolved from a casual hobby into a structured digital economy. This shift has been driven by Gen Z audiences, affordable smartphones and widespread internet access. Mobile titles such as Battlegrounds Mobile India (BGMI), Free Fire and Call of Duty Mobile have built massive viewerships, while esports events like DreamHack India and Comic Con India have given user-generated content creators a central role in shaping gaming culture.

Gaming Content in India: From Pastime to Digital Industry

UGC gaming creators now influence playstyles, build communities and introduce new audiences and budding creators to competitive gaming. Their content formats range from live streams and tutorials to challenges and brand collaborations. As a result, brands have also entered the space, recognising gaming creators as effective partners for awareness and engagement, as seen in global campaigns like EA’s Apex Legends influencer-led launch. Below is a listicle of six Indian male gaming creators, their platforms, focus areas and professional journeys.

1. Rithik Jain & Jash Dhoka

Instagram: @twosidegamers with 1.2M followers
YouTube: TwoSideGamersYT with 13M subscribers

USPs:

• India’s first gaming duo
• Free Fire specialists
• Interactive live streams
• Entertaining challenges and content variety

About the creators:

Rithik Jain and Jash Dhoka run Two Side Gamers, one of India’s earliest and most recognisable gaming duo channels. Known primarily for Free Fire content, their appeal lies in humour, constant interaction with followers and collaborative gameplay. Their community, popularly referred to as the “TSG Army”, grew steadily due to consistent uploads and live engagement.

Started: 2018
Years of work: 7 years
Brand associations: Garena Free Fire, Red Bull, Samsung

2. Jonathan Amaral

Instagram: @ig_jonathangamin with 3.9M followers
YouTube: JONATHANGAMINGYT with 7.43M followers

USPs:

• Elite esports achievements
• Consistent top tournament performances
• Strong digital influence
• Technical and disciplined playstyle

About the creator:

Jonathan Amaral is a professional BGMI and PUBG Mobile player representing GodLike Esports. He is known for securing multiple MVP titles and setting national records, including high individual kill counts in major tournaments. His content reflects competitive discipline, clean mechanics and a professional approach that resonates with aspiring esports players.

Started: 2018
Years of work: 7 years
Brand associations: Red Bull, FanClash

3. Yash Soni

YouTube: Part of 1UpGamingvideos
Instagram: @soul_viper with 560K followers

USPs:

• Founding member of Team SouL
• Strategy and support specialist
• Versatile gaming content
• Strong presence within S8UL Esports

About the creator:

Yash Soni, known as Viper, is recognised for his calm gameplay, tactical thinking and team-oriented approach. As a founding member of Team SouL and a core creator at S8UL Esports, he has contributed significantly to the growth of PUBG Mobile and BGMI esports content in India. His content blends competitive insights with approachable explanations.

Started: 2019
Years of work: 6 years
Brand associations: Acer, Philips, Lenovo Legion

4. Sahil Rana

YouTube: sahilranavlogs channel for Vlogs with 1.41M subscribers
Instagram: @sahilrana with 3.3M followers

USPs:

• Leading Free Fire creator in India
• Multi-channel digital presence
• Mix of gaming, challenges and vlogs
• Consistent audience engagement

About the creator:

Sahil Rana, popularly known as AS Gaming, is known for his Free Fire gameplay combined with challenges, pranks and short vlogs. His friendly communication style and frequent interactions during live streams have helped him build a loyal audience. His content appeals strongly to younger gaming viewers across India.

Started: 2016
Years of work: 9 years

5. Raj Varma

Instagram: @snaxgaming with 1.1M followers
YouTube: SnaxGaming with 2.25M subscribers

USPs:

• High-level BGMI skills
• Recognised esports athlete
• Educational gameplay content
• Member of 8Bit Creatives

About the creator:

Raj Varma, known as Snax, is respected for his tactical BGMI gameplay and instructional content. Nicknamed the “DP King” for his command over the DP-28 weapon, he regularly shares tips, strategies and gameplay breakdowns. He is also a partner at 8Bit Creatives and frequently appears at esports events such as DreamHack India.

Started: 2018
Years of work: 7 years

6. Parv Singh 

Instagram: @soul_regaltos with 989K followers

USPs:

• Competitive esports experience
• Aggressive gameplay style
• Strong technical knowledge
• Consistent performance across titles

About the creator:

Parv Singh, known as Regaltos, is a prominent BGMI and PUBG Mobile creator associated with Team SouL and S8UL Esports. His content includes gameplay videos, tutorials and interactive live streams that focus on mechanics, positioning and match awareness. His technical clarity has helped him build a dedicated follower base.

Started: 2018
Years of work: 7 years