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Business Upturn
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Business Upturn
KRAFTON India Strengthens Investment Portfolio by Backing Hyperlocal Community App Leader Shuru
About KRAFTON, Inc. Headquartered in South Korea, KRAFTON, Inc. is dedicated to discovering and publishing captivating games that offer fun and unique experiences. Established in 2007, KRAFTON is home to globally renowned developers that include PUBG STUDIOS, Striking Distance Studios, Unknown Worlds, VECTOR NORTH, Neon Giant, KRAFTON Montréal Studio, Bluehole Studio, RisingWings, 5minlab, Dreamotion, ReLU Games, Flyway Games, Tango Gameworks and inZOI Studio. Each studio strives to continuously take on new challenges and leverage innovative technologies. Their goal is to win over more fans by broadening KRAFTON's platforms and services. With a passionate and driven team across the globe, KRAFTON is a tech-forward company that possesses world-class capabilities and is set on expanding its business horizons to encompass multimedia entertainment and deep learning. For more information, visit About KRAFTON India In India, KRAFTON is responsible for premier mobile games, including BATTLEGROUNDS MOBILE INDIA (BGMI), which has surpassed 200 million downloads, Bullet Echo India, Road To Valor: Empires, and CookieRun India, among others. Committed to enhancing the start-up ecosystem in India, KRAFTON has invested over $200 million in several Indian startups across interactive entertainment, gaming, Esports, and technology, since 2021. KRAFTON actively supports India's game development ecosystem through its KRAFTON India Gaming Incubator (KIGI) while strengthening the Esports ecosystem with flagship events like the BATTLEGROUNDS MOBILE INDIA SERIES (BGIS) and BATTLEGROUNDS MOBILE INDIA PRO SERIES (BMPS). For more information, visit About Shuru Shuru is a location-based social networking platform headquartered in Indore, Madhya Pradesh, designed to digitally empower communities by fostering local connections. With a vision to create a robust network of over 400 million users, Shuru aims to bridge the gap between citizens and their surroundings, enabling real-world change from the ground up. The platform allows users to share updates, support local businesses, and address civic issues, thereby building stronger communities through local connection and collaboration. Founded by Mayank Bhangadia and Harsh Chhabra, Shuru leverages their extensive experience in community-driven platforms. Mayank, an IIT Delhi alumnus, is renowned for creating Roposo, a short video app that garnered 100 million users in India before its acquisition by InMobi's Glance. Harsh, with over a decade of experience, led product development at Roposo and founded GoParento, a parenting community platform. Shuru has attracted investment from prominent entities such as Omidyar Network India, Kunal Bahl, Rohit Bansal, Eximius Ventures, Shastra VC, and Pankaj Agarwal. The platform has successfully engaged over 10 million users across more than 600 cities and 8,000 sub-districts in India, making it a vital tool for local businesses, influencers, and citizens seeking to make a positive impact in their communities. For more information, visit Submit your press release Disclaimer: The above press release comes to you under an arrangement with Business Wire. Business Upturn takes no editorial responsibility for the same.
Business Upturn
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Business Upturn
BGMI Drops Latest Redeem Codes on 21st May 2025
About KRAFTON, Inc. Headquartered in South Korea, KRAFTON, Inc. is dedicated to discovering and publishing captivating games that offer fun and unique experiences. Established in 2007, KRAFTON is home to globally re-nowned developers that include PUBG STUDIOS, Striking Distance Studios, Unknown Worlds, VECTOR NORTH, Neon Giant, KRAFTON Montréal Studio, Bluehole Studio, RisingWings, 5minlab, Dreamotion, ReLU Games, Flyway Games, Tango Gameworks and inZOI Studio. Each studio strives to continuously take on new challenges and leverage innovative technologies. Their goal is to win over more fans by broadening KRAFTON's platforms and services. With a passionate and driven team across the globe, KRAFTON is a tech-forward company that possesses world-class capabilities and is set on expanding its business horizons to encompass multimedia entertainment and deep learning. For more information, visit About KRAFTON India In India, KRAFTON is responsible for premier mobile games, including BATTLEGROUNDS MOBILE INDIA (BGMI), which has surpassed 200 million downloads, Bullet Echo India, Road To Valor: Empires, and CookieRun India, among others. Committed to enhancing the start-up ecosystem in India, KRAFTON has invested over $200 million in several Indian startups across interactive entertainment, gaming, Esports, and technology, since 2021. KRAFTON actively supports India's game development ecosystem through its KRAFTON India Gaming Incubator (KIGI) while strengthening the Esports ecosystem with flagship events like the BATTLEGROUNDS MOBILE INDIA SERIES (BGIS) and BATTLEGROUNDS MOBILE INDIA PRO SERIES (BMPS). For more information, visit Submit your press release Disclaimer: The above press release comes to you under an arrangement with Business Wire. Business Upturn takes no editorial responsibility for the same.
Saudi Gazette
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Saudi Gazette
PUBG Nations Cup 2025 sees major expansion with 24 national teams
The ES TIMES — KRAFTON has officially revealed the return of the PUBG Nations Cup (PNC) 2025. This year, the tournament will see a significant expansion, with 24 national teams participating, up from the previous edition's 16, reflecting a clear ambition to deliver a more intense and competitive edition. The fifth edition of this international event will be held in late July at the Olympic Handball Gymnasium in Seoul, South Korea, marking a significant development for one of the most popular tournaments in PUBG history. Last year's edition was held at the KyungHee Grand Peace Hall, also in Seoul, where South Korea won the title after defeating the United States, taking home the largest share of a total prize pool of $548,932 (DZD 72,769,719.51, equivalent to SR 2,059,722.96). This figure includes a base prize pool of $300,000 (39,769,800.00 DZD, equivalent to SR1,125,671.10), in addition to community contributions through 30% of PNC 2024 skin sales. According to Esports Charts, the 2024 edition reached 510,997 viewers at its peak, making it the third most-watched event in PUBG Esports history. In the 2025 edition, South Korea returns as the defending champions, alongside 15 teams from previous editions. Denmark and India return after an absence, while France, Poland, Spain, the Philippines, Sweden, and Malaysia are entering the tournament for the first time. Full list of participating teams: Americas: • Argentina, Brazil, Canada, United States Asia: • South Korea, China, Chinese Taipei, India, Japan Europe: • Denmark, France, Germany, Norway, Poland, Spain, Sweden, Turkey, United Kingdom APAC: • Australia, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Thailand, Vietnam The final team rosters are still under wraps. Players are typically selected through a vote among PUBG pros in each region, although selection methods may vary from region to region. KRAFTON also hinted at changes to the tournament's structure, including a revised schedule beyond the traditional three-day format. Additional details regarding the new format, ticket sales, and live audience experiences will be revealed soon. As with previous editions, PUBG Nations Cup 2025 will include a Fanfest, offering exclusive activities and experiences for PUBG fans attending the event live. Sami Belhamra – Esports and Gaming writer
Business Wire
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Business Wire
KRAFTON to Launch Abyss of Dungeons in Southeast Asia and Latin America in June
SEOUL, South Korea--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- KRAFTON, Inc. announced that its upcoming mobile title Abyss of Dungeons, developed by Bluehole Studio, will launch in four countries including Indonesia, Thailand, Brazil, and Mexico on June 11 (Wed.). 'We believe the new title Abyss of Dungeons better conveys the game's identity, genre-specific characteristics, and unique atmosphere to players. We will continue listening to player feedback and strive to reflect it within the game.' Share The new game title Abyss of Dungeons refers to the deep and dark dungeons that serve as the game's setting, symbolizing its core gameplay — exploring the unknown and fiercely fighting to survive. KRAFTON plans to gradually roll out the new name and logo across the game in the June update. Abyss of Dungeons began its soft launch in the U.S. and Canada in February this year. Since then, KRAFTON has maintained close communication with North American players, implementing their feedback to introduce a range of new features — including a PvP Arena Mode, PvE Boss Gauntlet, Soulstone system, and the Stat Tree system that enhances character growth based on level progression. These updates have received a positive response from the community. Driven by continued engagement with players and a commitment to delivering a more polished gameplay experience and higher service quality, KRAFTON decided to expand the soft launch service of Abyss of Dungeons to Indonesia, Thailand, Brazil, and Mexico. Joonseok Ahn, Executive Producer of Abyss of Dungeons, said, 'We believe the new title Abyss of Dungeons better conveys the game's identity, genre-specific characteristics, and unique atmosphere to players. We will continue listening to player feedback and strive to reflect it within the game.' Abyss of Dungeons is an extraction RPG focused on the thrill of escape, combining the survival elements of battle royale with the exploration-driven gameplay of dungeon crawlers. Drawing on KRAFTON's extensive experience in the global mobile gaming market, the game has been optimized for mobile platforms with intuitive controls tailored for mobile users. Abyss of Dungeons is currently available for global pre-registration. For more information, please visit the official social media channels: YouTube, X and TikTok.
Yahoo
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
KRAFTON to Launch Abyss of Dungeons in Southeast Asia and Latin America in June
To launch on June 11 in Thailand, Indonesia, Brazil, and Mexico New content, including PvP Arena and Boss Raid added based on player feedback SEOUL, South Korea, May 14, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--KRAFTON, Inc. announced that its upcoming mobile title Abyss of Dungeons, developed by Bluehole Studio, will launch in four countries including Thailand, Indonesia, Brazil, and Mexico on June 11 (Wed.). The new game title Abyss of Dungeons refers to the deep and dark dungeons that serve as the game's setting, symbolizing its core gameplay — exploring the unknown and fiercely fighting to survive. KRAFTON plans to gradually roll out the new name and logo across the game in the June update. Abyss of Dungeons began its soft launch in the U.S. and Canada in February this year. Since then, KRAFTON has maintained close communication with North American players, implementing their feedback to introduce a range of new features — including a PvP Arena Mode, PvE Boss Gauntlet, Soulstone system, and the Stat Tree system that enhances character growth based on level progression. These updates have received a positive response from the community. Driven by continued engagement with players and a commitment to delivering a more polished gameplay experience and higher service quality, KRAFTON decided to expand the soft launch service of Abyss of Dungeons to Thailand, Indonesia, Brazil, and Mexico. Joonseok Ahn, Executive Producer of Abyss of Dungeons, said, "We believe the new title Abyss of Dungeons better conveys the game's identity, genre-specific characteristics, and unique atmosphere to players. We will continue listening to player feedback and strive to reflect it within the game." Abyss of Dungeons is an extraction RPG focused on the thrill of escape, combining the survival elements of battle royale with the exploration-driven gameplay of dungeon crawlers. Drawing on KRAFTON's extensive experience in the global mobile gaming market, the game has been optimized for mobile platforms with intuitive controls tailored for mobile users. Abyss of Dungeons is currently available for global pre-registration. For more information, please visit the official social media channels: YouTube, X and TikTok. View source version on Contacts KRAFTON, Jihyun
