Mobile Gaming Market

India's E&M industry revenue to reach $47.2 billion by 2029: PwC report

PwC's Global E&M Outlook projects India's entertainment and media revenue at $35.3 billion in 2025, rising to $47.2 billion by 2029, driven by internet ads, OTT growth, gaming and live experiences

SC asks govt to file comprehensive reply on pleas against online gaming law

The Supreme Court on Tuesday asked the Centre to file a comprehensive reply on petitions challenging an online gaming law which prohibits "online money games", and bars banking services and advertising related to them. A bench of Justices J B Pardiwala and K V Viswanathan was informed that the Centre has filed its reply on the interim prayer made in the pleas. "We want the Additional Solicitor General appearing for the Union to file a comprehensive reply to the main petition itself," the bench said. It said copy of the reply be served in advance to the advocates appearing for the petitioners and if they want to file any rejoinder, they may do so at the earliest. The bench posted the matter for hearing on November 26. The Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Act, 2025 is the first central legislation banning real-money online gaming, including fantasy sports and e-sports played for stakes and has faced challenges before the Delhi, Karnataka and Madhya Pradesh high courts. Sen

Lok Sabha clears Bill to ban real-money gaming: Countdown begins

Cleared by the Union Cabinet on Tuesday, the Bill was introduced in the Lok Sabha earlier in day. Senior officials described it as a balanced measure, defending the government's decision to outlaw RMG

Gaming firms craft new strategies to cash in on gameplay, scale reach

At the heart of the monetisation game, companies are betting on two pillars: In-app purchases and revenue from advertising

Nazara Tech completes acquisition of UK-based Curve Games for ₹247 cr

Nazara Technologies acquires Curve Games in a ₹247 crore deal, aiming to expand into the $100 billion PC-console gaming market and enable global growth from India

Gameskraft to pause Pocket52 poker operations from May 30 for review

Gameskraft will suspend its online poker platform Pocket52 from May 30, citing a need to reassess long-term strategy, amid industry pressure from the 28% GST regime

Garena Free Fire Max: Redeem codes for May 8, win exclusive in-game rewards

Garena Free Fire Max redeem codes have been revealed for today. Follow this guide to redeem them.

Clash of Clans X WWE: Cody Rhodes, Rhea Ripley and more as game characters

Undisputed WWE Champion Cody Rhodes, Rhea Ripley, The Undertaker, Bianca Belair and other WWE Superstars will be coming to Clash of Clans as in-game characters

LinkedIn expands casual gaming lineup with release of 'Zip': How to play

Zip is accessible across multiple platforms, including LinkedIn's iOS and Android apps, as well as desktop and mobile browsers

Krafton rolls out BGMI 3.7 update with new map, weapons and more: Details

The BGMI 3.7 update is live now, and it brings a new map, new weapons and localised enhancements to cater to Indian players

Indus Battle Royale's update rolls out new modes, weapons: Check changelog

SuperGaming has rolled out a new update for the made in India game, Indus Battle Royale, to introduce a host of new features and modes

Launching new games in addition to BGMI is our top priority: Krafton India

Sohn speaks on the company's rationale behind investing in Cashfree, monetisation challenges in the Indian gaming segment and focus areas for 2025

Epic Games kicks off plan to add third-party games to own mobile store

Epic Games will launch a program to offer free games on its mobile store, starting with titles such as "Bloons TD 6" and "Dungeon of the Endless: Apogee"

Tech wrap Dec 4: OnePlus 13R, Vivo X200 series, Backbone One controller

OnePlus 13R expected specs. Vivo X200 series details. Backbone One gaming controller launched. Foldable iPhone in 2026. Samsung unveiling XR glasses in January. OnePlus Community sale

Backbone One gaming controller for Apple iPhone, Android launched in India

The Backbone One gaming controller starts at Rs 7769 and is available on Amazon. The controller is offered in a Black and a white colour with the latter designed in collaboration with Sony PlayStation

BGMI 3.5 update brings new game modes, features on Android and iOS: Details

The update includes the new Icemire Frontier mode, which transports players to a frozen, winter-themed battleground. There are also rideable animal vehicles, Dragon Battle and more

ROG Phone 9 Pro to resemble base model, but offer superior specs: Report

The ROG Phone 9 Pro could reportedly be equipped with a 50 MP Sony Lytia 700 primary camera sensor, along with a 13 MP ultrawide camera and a 32 MP telephoto camera

SuperGaming's Indus battle royale now available on Android, iOS: Know more

Indus Battle Royale is free to download from the Google Play Store on Android and the Apple App Store for iOS, but includes in-game purchases for additional content

EA's Codemasters is bringing Grid Legends video game to Android and iPhones

The Grid Legends Deluxe Edition video game is now available for pre-orders on both the Apple App Store and Google Play Store for Rs 999

India-based SuperGaming to launch Indus Battle Royale game on October 16

The Indus Battle Royale game will be available on both Android and iOS. According to its maker, the game is set in a futuristic landscape on planet Indus, featuring visuals inspired by ancient civilis