The 4th edition of Gamr X 4rce, one of Africa’s premier multi-title esports tournaments, lit up the Landmark Event Centre in Lagos, Nigeria on August 8, 2025. The event brought together elite gamers from across the continent, competing in some of the most popular competitive titles in the industry, while also celebrating African gaming culture in style.
The tournament drew participation from 13 African nations:
Nigeria, Somalia, Ghana, Côte d’Ivoire, South Africa, Zimbabwe, Madagascar, Mauritius, Sierra Leone, Angola, Kenya, Cameroon, and Namibia.
Adding to the event’s prestige, the Director General of the Lagos State Sports Commission, Mr Lekan Fatodu attended, delivering a welcome address and congratulating the winners, underscoring Lagos’ growing commitment to esports development.
Tournament Titles and Champions
The competition featured a diverse lineup of games, with both returning champions and fresh faces making their mark:
- Mortal Kombat 1: General Zod (Nigeria)
- Street Fighter 6: Apprentice (Nigeria) – dethroning multiple-time champion Chux
- Call of Duty Mobile (CODM): Team Sierra Seven (Nigeria)
- EAFC Women’s Division: GamerGirlNica (Ghana) – successfully defending her title
- EAFC Men’s Division: Imaji – the veteran making a triumphant comeback
The victories highlighted Nigeria’s continued dominance in multiple titles, while Ghana once again proved its pedigree in women’s EAFC competition.
A Pan-African Esports Gathering
More than just a tournament, Gamr X 4rce 2025 stood as a showcase of African esports potential. By attracting talent from West, East, Southern, and Central Africa, the event offered a rare continental platform for skill-sharing, networking, and cross-border competition.
From the fast-paced intensity of Street Fighter 6 to the tactical coordination in CODM, the tournament reflected the versatility and depth of Africa’s competitive gaming scene.
More Than Esports – A Celebration of Gaming Culture
The event also embraced the broader gaming and geek culture, with side activities including:
- Cosplay contests featuring popular game characters
- Local game showcases spotlighting African developers
- Table tennis matches blending physical and digital sport
- VR gaming displays offering immersive experiences for attendees
This cultural mix reinforced Game X 4rce’s role as not only an esports platform but also a hub for Africa’s growing gaming community.
Partners and Support
The success of Gamr X 4rce 2025 was made possible through partnerships with Spotify, Lagos State Government, Brilla FM, the French Embassy in Nigeria, Ballantine’s, Munch It, Pepsi, and Lenovo Intel. These collaborations demonstrate that both local and international brands are recognizing the value of esports as a platform for audience engagement and youth culture in Africa.
A Milestone for African Esports
With its combination of high-level competition, continental representation, and cultural celebration, Gamr X 4rce has cemented its place as a key fixture in the African esports calendar. It also underlines Nigeria’s growing role as a central hub for competitive gaming on the continent.
As esports continues to gain traction globally, African tournaments like Gamr X 4rce prove that the continent has the talent, infrastructure, and cultural energy to compete at the highest levels.