India’s homegrown shooter FAU-G: Domination is back in the spotlight with the launch of the FAU-G Bharat League (FBL) 2.0 – a new kind of esports tournament that blends competition with career growth.
SurveyDeveloped by nCore Games in partnership with Leverage and NODWIN Gaming, FBL 2.0 introduces a massive ₹50 lakh prize pool, a global learning component, and an open invitation for players across India to prove their skill. Here are five things you should know about this next-generation gaming event.
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India’s first esports and upskilling platform
FBL 2.0 takes a unique approach to esports. Instead of focusing purely on high-stakes matches, it’s designed as an upskilling and learning platform for players who want to turn their passion into a pathway for personal growth.
The tournament is built around FAU-G: Domination, a modern military shooter that celebrates teamwork, tactical play, and homegrown innovation. In line with India’s Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Act, 2025 (PROGA), the competition is free to enter and based purely on skill, not chance, ensuring a fair and transparent esports experience.
Soaring prize pool
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The first FAU-G Bharat League in 2021 featured a modest ₹3 lakh prize pool. This time, the stakes are dramatically higher, with ₹50 lakh up for grabs.
Players will compete in four divisions – Silver, Gold, Platinum, and Titan – ensuring that both casual and professional gamers have a level playing field. Winners across all tiers will receive rewards, while the Titan League finalists will battle for the national championship title of FAU-G Bharat League 2.0 Champion.
This expanded prize pool and tiered structure reflect how the Indian esports scene is maturing, giving more players, especially from smaller towns, the chance to compete at scale.
The grand prize
FBL 2.0 stands out for what it offers beyond the screen. Thanks to Leverage, top winners will receive an all-expenses-paid trip to London to visit some of the world’s best universities that specialise in game design and creative arts.
The tour will include institutions like Teesside University London, University of East London, University of Hertfordshire, and Coventry University, alongside behind-the-scenes visits to global game studios.
This prize aims to give Indian players exposure to how games are built at a professional level, and inspire them to pursue careers in game development, production, and esports management.
Building careers with champions
FBL 2.0 is as much about self-improvement as it is about competition. In addition to prize money, players can earn access to career counselling, English language training (for IELTS, TOEFL, and PTE), and fitness and wellness programs powered by GOQii.
Participants will also gain exclusive in-game rewards and mentorship opportunities within FAU-G: Domination. This blend of gaming, education, and health reflects a larger push to build a responsible esports culture, one where young players grow holistically, both on and off the battlefield.
Multiple stages and communities
FBL 2.0 is designed to grow from the ground up. The tournament will include grassroots state-level qualifiers, leading to national finals and, eventually, international participation in the future.
Players will be able to register and compete directly through the FAU-G: Domination app once the update goes live. The matches will be structured around fair matchmaking and skill-based progression, allowing even first-time competitors to climb the ranks through dedication and practice.
Each tier, from Silver to Titan, offers unique gameplay challenges, exclusive in-game events, and community-driven leaderboards. With its mix of competitive depth and accessibility, FBL 2.0 aims to bring together India’s vast gaming community, from urban esports veterans to small-town players making their debut on the national stage.
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