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Indian gaming companies enter big league with rising monetisation, global acquisitions

Economic Times

Economic Times · 2m ago

Indian gaming companies enter big league with rising monetisation, global acquisitions

India's gaming industry is thriving, with rising monetisation and global interest in local gaming IPs and talent. Companies like Nazara Technologies are expanding through acquisitions, while investors like Krafton explore Indian gaming opportunities. Non-real money games are gaining traction, with revenue from midcore games increasing. AI is democratizing game development but may heighten monetisation challenges. Despite a recent dip in venture capital, the market holds promise similar to China’s 2008 gaming boom, with growing global recognition.

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Economic Times

Economic Times · 3m ago

Indian gaming companies facing tougher challenges compared to China: Salone Sehgal of VC fund Lumikai

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Nazara eyes ₹1,000 crore game studio revenue with ₹830 crore acquisition plan

Livemint

Livemint · 1y ago

Nazara eyes ₹1,000 crore game studio revenue with ₹830 crore acquisition plan

Indian gaming company, Nazara Technologies, plans to increase its game development division's annual revenue from INR 350 crore in FY23 to INR 1,000 crore by FY25. The company aims to achieve this target by utilizing a fund of INR 850 crore allocated for mergers and acquisitions. Nazara's acquisition strategy involves targeting both Indian and global gaming platforms and scaling up the acquired gaming IP. The company's focus will be on strengthening the gaming vertical, with its game studio business expected to contribute significantly to revenue growth.

South Korea’s Krafton, others invest in JetSynthesys

VCCircle

VCCircle · 2m ago

South Korea’s Krafton, others invest in JetSynthesys

South Korean digital entertainment firm Krafton has invested an undisclosed amount in JetSynthesys, an Indian digital entertainment company focused on video gaming and e-sports. JetSynthesys aims for 20x revenue growth over six years, intending to expand internationally while strengthening its Indian operations. The company plans to utilize the funds for targeted acquisitions and organic growth. Krafton, known for significant Indian investments, is enhancing its global gaming and digital entertainment portfolio with this move.

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Online poker platform Spartan Poker lays off 125 people after 28% GST blow

Money Control

Money Control · 1y ago

Online poker platform Spartan Poker lays off 125 people after 28% GST blow

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Economic Times · 1y ago

Double whammy coming for already struggling real gaming companies

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Nazara Partners ONDC To Launch In-Game Shopping Platform

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Top Online Gaming Start-Ups of India

VCCircle

VCCircle · 1y ago

Top Online Gaming Start-Ups of India

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