10 Gaming Events to Look Forward to in Q4 2025

As 2025 enters its final stretch, Nigeria’s gaming scene is packed with activities that highlight creativity, competition, and community. From developer conferences to university tournaments and national leagues, the closing quarter of the year has something for everyone.

Here are 10 gaming events to look forward to this Q4 

1. Rebound Evolution — October 18, 2025

Venue: Rowe Park, Yaba, Lagos

Rebound Evolution brings basketball and gaming culture together in one energetic experience. Expect full-court battles, NBA2K matchups, half-court shots, and free throw contests, all happening at Rowe Park.

Organized by GameEvo and powered by Bet9ja, the event brings street culture and gaming together in a refreshing way that celebrates both competition and fun.

2. Rush Point Watch Party — National Free Fire League (October 25, 2025)

Venue: 28/30 Folagoro Street, Shomolu, Lagos
Time: 12 PM – 5 PM

Fans of Free Fire can gather at the Rush Point Watch Party to catch all the live action of the National Free Fire League. It’s a relaxed, community-style watch event that keeps the excitement of mobile esports alive in Lagos.

3. AMSUL Petabyte × Nexal Gaming Esports Competition— November 1, 2025

Venue: Block 1 Car Park
Time: 10 AM

A collaboration between AMSUL, Petabyte, and Nexal Games, this event mixes gaming and student culture in a lively setting. Participants will compete in FIFA, Mortal Kombat, and Call of Duty, with a trade fair and suya hangout to close the day.

Theme: “Awareness × Esports: Because medicine, too, knows how to play.”

4. Engy Campus Clutch: Lagos State University — November 6–8, 2025

Venue: Arcade Chamber, LASU Arcade Centre
Prize Pool: ₦600k

The Engy Campus Clutch continues its university tour with a stop at LASU. The three-day event combines tournaments, educational sessions, and product showcases designed to grow gaming culture among students and create room for collaboration between campuses and the wider industry.

5. GameJam+ Nigeria 10th Edition — November 7–9, 2025

Register Online: platform.gamejamplus.com

GameJam+ celebrates its 10th edition this year. Developers, artists, and designers will come together to build original games within 48 hours.

Recognized by the International Game Developers Association (IGDA), the event continues to support young creators and studios looking to explore new ideas and grow within the gaming industry.

6. Video Game Expo Nigeria — November 12–15, 2025

Venue: Landmark Event Centre, Lagos

The Video Game Expo Nigeria (VGEN) has become a key annual event for developers, creators, and gaming enthusiasts. This year’s edition features keynote talks, panel sessions, tournaments, art showcases, and exhibitions that focus on African storytelling, innovation, and inclusivity.

Video Game Expo Nigeria remains a space for learning, networking, and creative exchange across the African gaming community.

7. 10N8E Campus GameFest — University of Benin, November 14–15, 2025

Venue: ASUU Hall, University of Benin

At 10N8E Campus GameFest, students will compete across titles such as Free Fire, Call of Duty Mobile, EAFC, PUBG Mobile, Street Fighter, and Just Dance.

The event also provides a chance for students to connect with peers, showcase talent, and experience the growing impact of campus esports in Nigeria.

8. National Free Fire League Finals — November 15, 2025

Venue: Tolulope Odugbemi Hall, University of Lagos
Time: 12 PM | Maps: All Six | Format: 12 Final Teams

The National Free Fire League Finals brings together 12 of the best teams from across Nigeria for six rounds of high-level gameplay. The event will take place at the University of Lagos, with live streaming available for fans everywhere.

9. Corporate Tournament & Esports Championship (CTEC 2025) — December 10–13, 2025

Venue: MKO Abiola International Stadium, Abeokuta
Prize Pool: ₦10 million

The CTEC 2025 is Nigeria’s first large-scale corporate esports tournament organized by Petabyte Esports Company Limited. It brings together companies, startups, MSMEs, and government agencies for four days of gaming and innovation.

With a ₦10 million prize pool, CTEC encourages both competition and collaboration between professionals and digital creators.
Visit: Petabyte Esports for more information

10. MaliyoCON 2025 — December 11, 2025

Venue: Lagos, Nigeria
Registration: maliyo.com/conference

MaliyoCON 2025 marks a new chapter for Africa’s game developers. Hosted by Maliyo Games, it’s the first developer-led mobile games conference on the continent.

Attendees can expect discussions, showcases, and networking sessions featuring developers, CEOs, innovators, and investors. The focus is on sharing knowledge, discovering talent, and building stronger connections within Africa’s game development ecosystem.