The IUB Gaming Fest Season 2, held from February 4 to 6, 2024 at Independent University, Bangladesh (IUB) brought together gaming enthusiasts from IUB and over 100 educational institutions from across the country.

Four thrilling games, including Valorant, DOTA 2, EA FC 24, and Street Fighter 6, captivated the attention of over 1,500 participants and spectators. Prime Bank was the title sponsor of the event; Bangladesh Youth Development & Electronic Sports Association (BYDESA) was the associate partner.

In the finale, the prize-giving ceremony featured IUB Dance Club's performance, and bands End Faze and Odd Signature played energetic melodies. Content creator Anisul Islam Boby engaged with fans during a meet and greet, sharing thoughts and experiences.

Vice Chancellor Tanweer Hasan, PhD, and other esteemed dignitaries graced the ceremony. The VC commended the students, stating, “As we progress towards Vision 2041, gaming has a lot of potential in this country as a sector, commercial and otherwise. The female participation rate in this Fest is very much in sync with IUB’s strategies of women empowerment.”

Professor Dr. Saadia Binte Alam, Head of CSE, IUB expressed her admiration for the event, stating, “It was a remarkable event that showcased the skills and passion of our students in esports and gaming. Esports and gaming are closely related to the fields of computer science and engineering, offering opportunities for research, development, and entrepreneurship.”

Sanzar Adnan Alam, Senior Lecturer, CSE and the Faculty Advisor, IUB Esports Club, applauded the hard work of club members, the support of partners and sponsors, and the enthusiasm of participants and spectators. He said, “We hope to continue this tradition of celebrating esports and gaming culture at IUB and beyond. I am very proud of our students who organized and participated in this event, and I look forward to seeing more of their achievements in the future.”

The IUB Gaming Fest Season 2 garnered significant support from partners like Prime Bank, Akash DTH, Star Tech, MSI, Carnival Internet, BYDESA, and IEEE Computer Society IUB Student Branch. The IUB Esports Club expressed gratitude for their valuable contributions, emphasizing the importance of collaboration for the success of the event.