From Gilli-Danda To VR Headsets: How Indore’s Gen Z Is Redefining The Way We Play
Indore (Madhya Pradesh): Once upon a time, a game meant dusty knees, a wooden stick, a handful of marbles and a gang of friends shouting from the street. Today, it can mean putting on a VR headset, grabbing a controller and suddenly finding yourself on a roller coaster, flying over mountains or fighting zombies in a world that does not actually exist. For generations before Gen Z, games such as…
Indore, Madhya Pradesh witnessed a transition from traditional games like marbles and gilli-danda to virtual reality (VR) experiences, as part of Gen Z redefining the way they play. Once, games were played on dusty streets with minimal resources, but now, youngsters turn to VR headsets and controllers for a more immersive experience.
Shrinking open spaces and packed schedules have driven young people towards games that require little physical effort, promising adrenaline instead. Mobile gaming introduced them to popular titles like Subway Surfers and Candy Crush, which eventually led to gaming on PCs and consoles. Today, VR offers a more realistic experience, allowing players to feel as if they are part of the game.
At various gaming zones in Indore, VR experiences are gaining popularity, with prices ranging from Rs 50 to Rs 300. For many, VR provides a quick escape from the monotony of daily life, allowing them to momentarily forget their surroundings and immerse themselves in a new world.
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