GXR x Sunburn
Gaming x Music
Year:
2023
Timeframe:
1 day
Tools:
Category:
Gaming, Music
Where Esports Met Music: Galaxy Racer x Sunburn
In an industry-first move, I led the collaboration between Galaxy Racer and Sunburn Festival, India’s largest music event, to bridge the worlds of esports and EDM culture. This wasn’t just a brand partnership — it was a statement of intent: to position gaming as a core part of youth entertainment. From ideation to execution, I directed a multi-touchpoint campaign that brought gaming zones, live competitions, and influencer-led content to the heart of a mainstream music festival. The result? A cultural crossover that engaged millions, sparked online virality, and repositioned Galaxy Racer as more than an esports org — as a youth culture powerhouse.
Problem
In India, esports and music events operated in separate silos despite overlapping youth audiences. Esports lacked cultural crossover moments, while festivals lacked the gaming dimension that dominates Gen Z entertainment
Solution
I spearheaded the Galaxy Racer x Sunburn collaboration to integrate gaming into mainstream entertainment. From curated activations and influencer crossovers to digital storytelling and stage presence, we turned a music festival into a cultural convergence point — where gaming fans saw themselves represented