Krafton India has announced the second cohort of its ambitious Krafton India Gaming Incubator (KIGI) program. The initiative promises to be a game-changer for aspiring game developers as it is designed to nurture and support budding game developers in India. Launched in Oct 2023, it offers financial backing and expert mentorship, providing participants with the…
Last month, Krafton, the developer behind PUBG, surprised the gaming world by acquiring Tango Gameworks from Microsoft. While many saw this as Krafton’s first major step into the Japanese market, CEO Changhan “CH” Kim shared a different perspective. In an interview with Game Developer, Kim revealed that the primary motivation for the acquisition was to…
Krafton’s upcoming life simulation game, InZOI, has been the talk of the town among gamers for its lifelike characters and beautifully crafted world. Recently, the developer conducted a limited demo of InZOI’s character studio, which received an overwhelming response on Steam. Over 5,000 gamers were tuning in daily, with a peak of over 18,000 on…
KRAFTON’s upcoming life simulation game, inZOI, is setting the stage for a dynamic gaming experience by allowing modders to customize characters and expand its world through user-generated content (UGC). This move aims to make inZOI a strong competitor to its well-established rival, The Sims 4, even before its official release. To help achieve this, KRAFTON has partnered…
KRAFTON, the South Korean video game giant known for popular titles like PUBG and BGMI, has a plan to establish a Research and Development (R&D) facility in India by next year. Sean Hyunil Sohn, the head of KRAFTON’s India business, announced that this new facility will work on developing games tailored to Indian culture. While the exact location is…
Tango Gameworks, the Japanese studio behind critically acclaimed titles like Hi-Fi Rush and The Evil Within, has been given a new lease on life. Krafton, the publisher known for hits like PUBG (PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds), has now acquired Tango Gameworks and its IP HI-FI Rush from Microsoft. Earlier this year, Microsoft had planned to close Tango Gameworks as part of its…
South Korean video game giant Krafton Inc., widely known for its hit games “PUBG” and “BGMI,” has announced a substantial investment of $150 million in India. This investment will be channeled through strategic partnerships, acquisitions, and startup incubation models. Krafton’s Global CEO, CH Kim, recently made his fourth visit to India, where he addressed the press and emphasized the importance…
As the world’s attention turns to the City of Light for the 2024 Paris Olympics, Korea is seizing the opportunity to showcase its booming gaming industry alongside its rich culture. They established their cultural center, known as Korea House, at the Maison de la Chimie in the 7th arrondissement of Paris. This is a collaboration between the Ministry…
Krafton India, the South Korean company behind popular games like PUBG and BGMI, has announced a partnership with the Paralympic Committee of India for the upcoming Paris Paralympics 2024. This move shows Krafton’s dedication to helping Indian talent grow, not just in esports but in traditional sports too. Last year, Krafton promised to invest over $150 million in Indian talent. They’re not…
PUBG, a popular battle royale game by Krafton, recently teamed up with NewJeans, a young K-pop girl group featuring five members: Minji, Hanni, Danielle, Haerin, and Hyein. The idea was exciting – players could use NewJeans characters in the game and wear costumes inspired by the group’s stage outfits. However, things quickly took a turn for the…
