Zerodha's Nikhil Kamath on why gaming 'isn't just a hobby anymore': Serious career option

Nikhil Kamath's post received reactions from many users who agreed that gaming is not just a hobby any longer. Here's what they said

Zerodha co-founder Nikhil Kamath asserted that gaming is a “serious career option” and not just a hobby as he urged everyone to give the industry the pertinence that it deserves. He wrote on LinkedIn, “This isn't just a hobby anymore but a serious career option that deserves validation from parents and institutions alike. What worked in the last 20 years will likely not work in the next 20. Interactive forms of entertainment are increasingly taking market share, let's all give the gaming industry the importance it deserves.”

Zerodha co-founder Nikhil Kamath talked about the potential in gaming industry and said that it has become a serious career option now.

Users reacted to Zerodha co-founder's post as many agreed that gaming is not just a hobby any longer.

One user wrote, “Absolutely, Nikhil Kamath! The gaming industry is evolving rapidly and offers incredible career opportunities. It's time for broader recognition and support for this thriving field. Let's continue to champion its significance together.”

Another concurred, “Besides entertainment, gaming industry is the future of marketing where you can attract prospects to your website and help them push down to the funnel.”

Earlier as well, Nikhil Kamath had reflected on the gaming industry and said that the rate of its growth in population below the age of 20 was "crazy". Gaming and other e-sports will grow at a much faster pace than old-school content, he had said in 2023.