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For six incredible years, DreamHack India has redefined what it means to celebrate gaming, from epic esports battles to retro revivals, cosplay, and creative chaos. This year, Hyderabad Comic Con X DreamHack India levels up the experience once again with six iconic activities that capture the spirit of every gamer, creator, and fan. Whether you’re here to compete, chill, or collect, there’s something for everyone under one massive roof. The mega three-day event will take place from October 31 to November 2, 2025, giving fans the ultimate festival of gaming, comics, cosplay, and fandom culture.
1. KO Fight Nights
Step into the arena at KO Fight Nights, where three legendary titles, Tekken 8, Street Fighter 6, and Super Smash Bros collide for an all-out battle of skill, speed, and style. Tekken 8 headlines with a massive ₹3,60,000 prize pool, ensuring rivalries and high-stakes drama. Street Fighter 6 brings back the arcade spirit with ₹5,000 up for grabs each day across three days of fierce competition, while Super Smash Bros delivers crossover chaos with a ₹75,000 prize pool for the top four finishers. From fiery combos to clutch finishes, this is where legends are made.
This year, the Tekken 8 tournament at DreamHack Hyderabad is officially recognized as a DOJO event under the Tekken World Tour (TWT) 2025. Participants will earn Dojo Points, the official global ranking points that contribute to their TWT 2025 Global Leaderboard standings.
2. Chess at DreamHack – The Ultimate Mind Game
It’s not just about fast fingers, it’s about faster thinking. Chess at DreamHack brings together strategic brilliance and cold-blooded precision with a ₹5,00,000 prize pool, split between Rapid (₹3,00,000) and Blitz (₹2,00,000). The crowd goes quiet, the clock ticks down, and every move matters. It’s mental warfare at its most thrilling.
3. Android PANFEST Battle Royale Showdown
The battlegrounds are heating up at the Comic Con Grounds! Android PANFEST returns intense lobbies across Erangel and Miramar, where squads will battle it out for glory, pride, and exclusive Comic Con merchandise. Expect high-octane clutches, zone chaos, and highlight moments as India’s favorite battle royale takes center stage once again.
4. Retro & Table Top – Old School Cool Meets Real Stakes
Welcome to One Retro Zone, where nostalgia meets competition. Relive the classics from Pac-Man, Contra, and Tetris to timeless board games like Ludo, UNO, Monopoly, and Carrom all with ₹10,000 prize pools up for grabs. It’s not just about fun; it’s about bragging rights, laughter, and that old-school magic that made us fall in love with gaming in the first place.
5. BYOD – Bring Your Own Device
A DreamHack classic that defines the global experience BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) is where the real community spirit comes alive. Bring your mobile phones, PC, console, or laptop, plug in, and join the 72-hour LAN party that has become the heart of DreamHack.
Don’t have a setup? No problem, simply buy an add-on option to rent a PC on-ground and jump right into the action. It’s gaming in its purest form: your rig, your squad, your rules.
6. Cosplay & Merch Madness
At Hyderabad Comic Con X DreamHack India, it’s all about expressing yourself and celebrating the fandoms you love. Step into the spotlight at the Cosplay Competition, where fans transform into their favorite heroes, villains, and icons with ₹30,000 up for grabs each day. On the final day, the stage heats up for the Indian Championship of Cosplay (ICC), featuring the city’s best cosplayers competing for a ₹50,000 prize pool and a shot at national glory.
Then, dive into the vibrant Merch Market, packed with limited-edition collectibles, gaming gear, apparel, and fandom treasures. Whether you’re cosplaying as a champion or shopping like one, this is where creativity, community, and culture collide.
As DreamHack India celebrates six glorious years, it continues to be more than just a festival, it’s a movement. From esports and retro nostalgia to cosplay, merch, and BYOD camaraderie, Hyderabad Comic Con X DreamHack India is a tribute to the gamers who made it all possible.
Six years. Six ways to play. One unforgettable celebration.
Tickets for DreamHack x Hyderabad Comic Con 2025 are now live on District App, official DreamHack and Comic Con India websites.
Follow @NodwinGaming, @DreamHack_in, and @ComicConIndia on social media for more updates.
