Join us for GamersBay 8 on September 28 and 29, 2024, a premier gaming event set to take place in the vibrant heart of the Cayman Islands.

This year’s event promises to be bigger and better than ever, offering an immersive experience for gamers, influencers, and enthusiasts of all ages. Whether you’re a casual gamer, an esports competitor, or a fan of popular gaming personalities, GamersBay 8 has something exciting in store for you

An International flare with local taste

& One of the major highlights of GamersBay 8 is the presence of renowned guest influencers who have taken the gaming world by storm. This year, we are thrilled to welcome Beck Bro Jack, Anything Alexia, Austin John Plays, D. Piddy, Overtflow, and Sabrina Banks. These influential personalities will be attending the event in person, each hosting their own booths. Fans will have the exclusive opportunity to meet their favorite influencers, get autographs, and take memorable photos. It’s a unique chance to connect with the creators you love and see firsthand the passion they bring to the gaming community.

GamersBay 8 isn’t just about meeting influencers; it’s also a competitive playground for esports enthusiasts. This year, we are offering a staggering $10,000 in cash and prizes, attracting top talent from around the region. Competitions will be fierce and exhilarating, featuring popular titles such as FC24, Super Smash Bros, Fortnite, Naruto Storm 4, and NBA2K24. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or an aspiring champion, these tournaments provide the perfect stage to showcase your skills and compete for glory and substantial rewards.

Beyond the intense competition, GamersBay 8 celebrates the joy of gaming with plenty of opportunities for free play. Attendees can experience a vast array of consoles, both old and new, reliving nostalgic moments with classic games and discovering the latest in gaming technology. One of the standout features will be the VR (Virtual Reality) section, where gamers can immerse themselves in cutting-edge virtual experiences, pushing the boundaries of what gaming can offer.

In addition to the gaming and competitions, the event will be buzzing with numerous vendor booths, each offering exclusive items and exciting giveaways. From the latest gaming gear and merchandise to rare collectibles, there’s something for every gamer to add to their collection. The vendor area is also an excellent place to discover new and upcoming products in the gaming industry, providing a hands-on experience with the latest innovations.

Influncers who graced the event included BeckBro Jack; Karrigan Taylor, a cosplayer and modeler; WindyGirk a cosplayer & avid gamer; Overflow, a COD master with over 2million on Tik Tok.

Gamers, YouTubers, cosplayers and fans descended on the John Gray High School gymnasium for Gamers Bay 7 over the weekend of Sept 30 & Oct 01 2023.

Competitors went head-to-head on games like NBA2k24, 2v2 Rocket League, 2v2 Fortnite and eFootball on giant screens, for money and prizes that totaled more than $10,000.

A word from the organizers and co-owners

Organizers Daniel Scott & Lance Jefferson described those tournaments as “nothing but nail biting”.

They said the event is growing each year, and would continue to be enhanced with new elements added, like The Matrix joining this latest tournament and offering a chance to play virtual reality games.

“[We want] to give the spectators and competitors a really good experience. At the end of the day, that’s what we’re trying to do,” he said.

One of the aims of Gamers Bay, he said, was to create a platform for local gamers, “so when it comes to these competitions, moving on, if they want to compete internationally, they won’t be at a disadvantage. That’s one of the reasons for the Gamers Bay event.”

He added, “The other reason is, there’s really nothing to do in Cayman for our kids so this is an escape for them, and as you can see, there’s a great turnout.”

The two-day event was opened by Jefferson Saturday morning, along with Jevy and Lauren Moore.

Attending for the first time was US-based Caymanian Lauren Moore, who is a social and video producer and host for Crunchyroll, with more than 15,000 followers on Twitter and 10,000 on Instagram. She has spent over a decade working in the anime and gaming space.

In a brief speech last year, Ebanks, whose Ministry of Investment, Innovation and Social Development had helped fund this year’s convention, said he used to be a gamer, and that staying up late into the night playing the original Super Mario Brothers and other Nintendo and Atari games had prepared him for working long hours as a minister.

• Source – https://www.caymancompass.com/2023/10/03/gamers-unite-for-annual-video-gaming-tournament-and-convention/