<ul><li><keyword id="11197652" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="battlegrounds-mobile-india" source="Orion">Battlegrounds Mobile India</keyword> players can now win Dune-themed rewards.</li><li>The new crossover is live in the EvoGround mode, and it will continue until November 11.</li><li>There’s a Dune-themed pan and parachute up for grabs in this new crossover.</li></ul>Battlegrounds Mobile India (<keyword id="11923507" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="bgmi" source="Orion">BGMI</keyword>) is getting a new crossover with the popular movie, Dune. Krafton has introduced new Dune-themed rewards in the EvoGround mode. This is the second movie crossover for <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/apps/news/battlegrounds-mobile-india-ios-version-is-now-available-for-download/articleshow/85419990.cms">BGMI</a> after Godzilla vs Kong for which Krafton introduced a Titans: Last Stand mode. The Dune-themed experience is now live in BGMI and it will continue until November 11. To win Dune-themed rewards, BGMI players will have to complete in-game challenges. The rewards include 50 RP, Dune-themed pan and parachute. You can get 50 RP after playing EvoGround mode for five times. The Dune pan will be unlocked for three days after playing EvoGround 10 times. As for the Dune parachute, it will be unlocked permanently after you play EvoGround 20 times. This isn’t a major crossover like the Gozilla vs Kong crossover but Dune fans can experience a little bit of the movie in BGMI. Speaking of which, Dune has become Warner Brothers’ biggest box office opening this year with $40.1 million earnings in the first three days. A sequel of the movie based on the science fiction novel by Frank Herbert has also been confirmed for 2023. <div type="javascript" title="Facebook" contenttype="Video"><cdata><![CDATA[<iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/video.php?height=314&href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FBattlegroundsMobileIN%2Fvideos%2F626407985201085%2F&show_text=false&width=560&t=0" width="560" height="314" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="true" allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowFullScreen="true"></iframe>]]></cdata></div> The BGMI x Dune crossover will be active until November 11. As for the Titans: Last Stand mode which is a PvE mode in BGMI, you can play this too and until November 16. Here, you get to join forces with Kong and Godzilla to defeat the Mechagodzilla. Krafton is also offering bonus UC and new Lucky Spin rewards to BGMI on the occasion of Diwali. SEE ALSO: <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/news/intel-has-launched-its-12th-generation-processors-and-here-we-have-a-look-at-all-the-major-upgrades-and-how-they-fare-with-its-predecessor-/slidelist/87329539.cms" data-type="tilCustomLink">Intel 12th gen vs Intel 11th gen processors: Major changes, speed, efficiency, price and more</a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/apps/news/how-to-add-links-to-instagram-stories-with-link-sticker/articleshow/87327625.cms" data-type="tilCustomLink">Instagram now lets everyone add links to Stories — here’s how to use it</a>

Battlegrounds Mobile India gets Dune-themed rewards in new crossover

<ul><li>The official version of Battlegrounds Mobile India is now available for download.</li><li>Early access users can update to the official version and claim the rewards that Krafton had promised.</li><li>The iOS version of Battlegrounds Mobile India is still not available, so iOS users will have to wait.</li></ul>The popular battle royale game Battlegrounds Mobile India has been officially launched in India. This comes after Krafton, the South Korean video game developer, rolled out early access back in June, allowing enthusiasts to test the game. Battlegrounds Mobile India is an India-specific version of PUBG Mobile, which was banned in India along with dozens of other Chinese apps and games. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="How to update to the official Battlegrounds Mobile India version" comment="subhead" text="How to update to the official Battlegrounds Mobile India version">How to update to the official Battlegrounds Mobile India version</cmsannotation> Users who have already downloaded the early access version of Battlegrounds Mobile India can upgrade to the official version by updating the game through the Google Play store. It is worth noting that currently, only the Android version of the game is available. The iOS version is expected to roll out in the coming weeks, but official information in this regard is not available right now. Here’s how Android users can update to the official version: <ul><li>If you have already downloaded the early access version, open the Play Store app on your device and update the game.</li><li>If you haven’t downloaded the game yet, but registered for early access, visit the <a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.pubg.imobile">Battlegrounds Mobile India page</a> and download the game.</li></ul><cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="What are the Battlegrounds Mobile India rewards?" comment="subhead" text="What are the Battlegrounds Mobile India rewards?">What are the Battlegrounds Mobile India rewards?</cmsannotation> During the initial days, Krafton had promised the following rewards to users who had pre-registered for early access to the game. Here’s what was promised: <ul><li>Sign-up bonus – 1 supply crate.</li><li>1 million downloads – 2 supply crate coupons.</li><li>5 million downloads – 1 classic crate coupon.</li><li>10 million downloads – Constable set.</li></ul>Eventually, Krafton received over 40 million registrations. As such, in addition to the above, users will receive the Recon skin, Recon outfit, Celebration Expert title and free 300 AG in-game currency. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="How to claim Battlegrounds Mobile India rewards?" comment="subhead" text="How to claim Battlegrounds Mobile India rewards?">How to claim Battlegrounds Mobile India rewards?</cmsannotation> Krafton had promised several rewards for early access users. Here’s how to claim your bounty: <ol><li>Update the game to the official version, using the steps mentioned above.</li><li>Once updated, open the game and click on the “Events” button below the Royal Pass section.</li><li>Go to the “Recommended” section and claim the rewards available for your account.</li></ol>SEE ALSO: <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/apps/news/battlegrounds-mobile-india-download-link-early-access-registration/articleshow/83597180.cms">Battlegrounds Mobile India beta now available, early access rolling out – download and registration links here</a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/news/how-store-your-covid-card-on-your-android-device/articleshow/84013999.cms">Google now lets you store Covid vaccine certificates and test info on Android device</a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/mobile/news/ios-15-public-beta-rolling-out-how-to-install-on-iphone/articleshow/84010290.cms">First iOS 15 public beta with Focus mode, FaceTime improvements and more now rolling out – here’s how to install it on your iPhone</a>

Battlegrounds Mobile India launched officially – here’s how to update, claim rewards and more

<ul><li><keyword id="11213261" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="battlegrounds-mobile" source="Orion">Battlegrounds Mobile</keyword> India was delisted from the <keyword id="6369511" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="google-play-store" source="Orion">Google Play Store</keyword> and the Apple App store.</li><li>The game has reportedly been banned under Section 69A of the IT Act.</li><li>Here’s everything we know so far about the game’s ban in the country.</li></ul>Battlegrounds Mobile India (<keyword id="11923507" type="General" weightage="100" keywordseo="bgmi" source="Orion">BGMI</keyword>) was launched in India after the popular battle royale game <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/apps/news/india-bans-pubg-wechat-and-118-other-mobile-applications/articleshow/77890776.cms">PUBG Mobile</a> was banned in the country, along with several other Chinese apps. BGMI has now been <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/news/battlegrounds-mobile-india-delisted-from-google-play-store-and-apple-app-store-in-india/articleshow/93195450.cms">banned</a> in India, just a year after it was <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/apps/news/battlegrounds-mobile-india-official-download-link-how-to-update-bgmi-rewards/articleshow/84058116.cms">launched</a> in the country. BGMI was delisted from the Google Play Store and the Apple App Store, causing a huge storm on social media as the game has a large player base in the country, with over 100 million registered users. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Has BGMI been banned in India?" comment="subhead" text="Has BGMI been banned in India?">Has BGMI been banned in India?</cmsannotation> Google and Apple have confirmed that BGMI was delisted from their stores in accordance with an order from the Indian government. "On receipt of the order, following the established process, we have notified the affected developer and have blocked access to the app that remained available on the Play Store in India," said a Google spokesperson. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Why was BGMI banned in India?" comment="subhead" text="Why was BGMI banned in India?">Why was BGMI banned in India?</cmsannotation> While the Indian government has not revealed why it has banned BGMI, a <a href="https://www.reuters.com/world/india/india-used-it-law-takedown-provision-block-krafton-game-source-2022-07-29/">report</a> by Reuters has revealed that the government has banned BGMI under Section 69A of the IT Act, the same provision used to ban PUBG Mobile. The Section 69A empowers the government to block public access to websites and apps in the interest of national security. Even before its release, BGMI had come under criticism after it was found <a href="https://in.ign.com/battlegrounds-mobile-india/161057/news/battlegrounds-mobile-india-data-china-server-android-apk-download">sharing data</a> with Chinese servers. Krafton, the game developer, had <a href="https://in.ign.com/battlegrounds-mobile-india/161168/news/battlegrounds-mobile-india-data-china-server-krafton-fix">claimed</a> that it was aware of the issue and was working on resolving it. Chinese tech giant Tencent also has a 13.5% stake in Krafton. Tencent was the developer of PUBG Mobile, first released in China. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Can you still play BGMI in India?" comment="subhead" text="Can you still play BGMI in India?">Can you still play BGMI in India?</cmsannotation> While BGMI has been delisted from the Play Store and the App Store, users who already have the game on their devices can still play it. Some users have reported that they have faced server issues, but it looks like the game is mostly working fine. You should be able to play the game as long as the servers are live. Krafton is reportedly trying to resolve the issue with the government, so you should be able to play the game for some time without any issues. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Will BGMI be unbanned in India?" comment="subhead" text="Will BGMI be unbanned in India?">Will BGMI be unbanned in India?</cmsannotation> As the government has not released a statement on the ban, it’s hard to tell if it is a permanent ban or just a temporary suspension to ensure compliance with Indian laws. However, if we remember the 2020 ban on PUBG Mobile, the government did not revoke the ban. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="The BGMI eSports scene in India" comment="subhead" text="The BGMI eSports scene in India">The BGMI eSports scene in India</cmsannotation> BGMI was emerging as a popular eSports game in India, with groups like Nodwin Gaming, Elo Sports, and Red Bull conducting tournaments with huge rewards. 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BGMI ban in India – why was the game banned, is the game still working, and everything you need to know

Telecom giant <keyword id="2003276" type="General" weightage="100" keywordseo="jio" source="Orion">Jio</keyword> and chip maker MediaTek have joined hands to launch 'Gaming Masters 2.0', an e-sports event with one of the most popular game titles called <keyword id="11197652" type="General" weightage="80" keywordseo="battlegrounds-mobile-india" source="Orion">Battlegrounds Mobile India</keyword> (<keyword id="11923507" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="bgmi" source="Orion">BGMI</keyword>), targeted at new and existing online gaming enthusiasts and the professional gamers in the country. After a successful run in the first season with 'Free Fire' earlier this year, which attracted over 14,000 team registrations, the second season of 'Gaming Masters' is set to commence with prize pool of Rs 12.5 lakh on November 23. 'Gaming Masters 2.0' will feature Krafton's hit battle royale game title, BGMI India, which will be made available to both Jio and non-Jio users via the JioGames platform, according to industry insiders. There will be a 'Play &amp; Win Daily' series where gamers can participate every day, get rewarded, and also stand a chance to compete with professional teams for the ultimate championship. Jio recently launched its new smartphone JioPhone Next. The 5.45-inch JioPhone Next that houses Pragati OS, an optimised version of Android, has a multi-touch HD+ screen, a 13MP camera at the rear and an 8MP front camera. The device with 2GB RAM and 32GB internal storage offers Corning Gorilla Glass 3 with anti-fingerprint coating. The internal storage can be expanded up to 512 GB. It houses a Qualcomm Snapdragon chip called QM-215 (quad-core up to 1.3 Ghz). There will be a 3,500mAh battery and 2 Dual-SIM Nano slots, along with a 3.5mm audio jack. The device offers easy access and consume content in 10 languages. SEE ALSO: <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/apps/news/pubg-new-state-now-available-how-to-play-whats-new-and-everything-you-need-to-know/articleshow/87639212.cms">PUBG: New State now available – how to play, what’s new and everything you need to know</a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/apps/news/battleground-mobile-india-players-can-compete-in-the-asian-games-2022/articleshow/87603914.cms">Battlegrounds Mobile India players can compete in the Asian Games 2022</a>

Jio and MediaTek announce Battlegrounds Mobile India tournament with ₹12.5 lakh prize pool

<ul><li>Krafton has added two new modes to <keyword id="11197652" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Battlegrounds-Mobile-India" source="Orion">Battlegrounds Mobile India</keyword>.</li><li>The two modes are – Payload 2.0 and Infection.</li><li>The two modes will be available till November 15.</li></ul>Popular battle royale game Battlegrounds Mobile India has received a new update that has brought the much-awaited Payload 2.0 mode to the game. It is similar to the Payload 2.0 mode on PUBG Mobile that was announced last month. The Payload 2.0 mode is a slightly tweaked version of the Payload mode that was announced earlier. It brings armored cars, helicopters and super weapons, adding more excitement to the gameplay. In addition to new vehicles and cars, the update also brings a revival system that can be used to bring back your fallen teammates. The new mode can be found in the EvoGround tab in the game. Krafton, the game’s developer, has also added an Infection mode that pits humans against zombies. The mode consists of three rounds and players get to play either as zombies or as humans. While zombies can reach level three and become “Zombie King”, humans can become heroes if only three players are alive. It is to be noted that both the modes are time-limited and will be available till November 15. Krafton will likely add other modes once these are removed. In an earlier update in October, Krafton had introduced Vikendi, Metro Royale: Reunion, Runic Power and Survive Till Dawn modes to the game. Players can currently log in and receive rewards as part of the game’s Diwali celebrations through in-game events. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="PUBG: New State" comment="subhead" text="PUBG: New State">PUBG: New State</cmsannotation> Krafton is all set to launch PUBG: New State, the company’s latest battle royale game. The game will be launched worldwide on November 11 and pre-registrations for the game are live for both Android and iOS users. Android and iOS users can pre-register for the game from the <a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.pubg.newstate&amp;hl=en">Play Store</a> and <a href="https://apps.apple.com/app/id1542727626?mt=8">App Store</a>. SEE ALSO: <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/apps/news/pubg-new-state-with-pc-like-gameplay-will-officially-launch-on-november-11/articleshow/87201901.cms">PUBG: New State with ‘PC-like’ gameplay will officially launch on November 11</a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/news/battlegrounds-mobile-india-gets-dune-themed-rewards-in-new-crossover/articleshow/87335922.cms">Battlegrounds Mobile India gets Dune-themed rewards in new crossover</a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/stock-market/news/pubg-maker-kraftons-shares-tumble-20-after-listing-debut/articleshow/85201908.cms">PUBG maker Krafton’s shares tumble 20% after listing debut, analysts blame ‘expensive valuation’</a>

Battlegrounds Mobile India update brings Payload 2.0, Infection mode

<ul><li><keyword id="11197652" type="COMPANY" weightage="20" keywordseo="battlegrounds-mobile-india">Battlegrounds Mobile India</keyword> for iPhones and iPads is now available for download.</li><li>The popular battle royale game was initially expected to be available in a limited beta from August 20th.</li><li>Check out the minimum requirements and BGMI milestone rewards below.</li></ul><keyword id="11213261" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="20" keywordseo="battlegrounds-mobile">Battlegrounds Mobile</keyword> India for iOS is finally available for download. The highly anticipated iOS release has been rumoured for a long time now, and BGMI fans with iPhones and iPads can finally download it on their devices. A <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/apps/news/battlegrounds-mobile-india-ios-version-expected-to-launch-on-august-20/articleshow/85208861.cms">previous report</a> had suggested that the <keyword id="11810806" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="20" keywordseo="bgmi-ios">BGMI iOS</keyword> release is expected on August 20, but the official release ended up happening two days earlier. <keyword id="10155974" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="20" keywordseo="krafton">Krafton</keyword> had also <a href="https://www.facebook.com/BattlegroundsMobileIN/photos/a.129873432255157/347839760458522">teased</a> the launch of the game on its Facebook page. Battlegrounds Mobile India is an India-specific version of <keyword id="6409600" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="20" keywordseo="PUBG-MOBILE">PUBG Mobile</keyword>, which was banned in India along with dozens of other Chinese apps and games. It was also expected that Krafton would release the game in beta to select users, but as of now, users can download it without enrolling in the beta channel. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="BGMI iOS – download and minimum requirements" comment="subhead" text="BGMI iOS – download and minimum requirements">BGMI iOS – download and minimum requirements</cmsannotation> Battlegrounds Mobile India for iOS can be downloaded on iPhones and iPads from the <a href="https://apps.apple.com/in/app/battlegrounds-mobile-india/id1526436837">App Store here</a>. Krafton has listed the following minimum requirements for the BGMI iOS version: <ul><li>iPhone: iOS 11 or later.</li><li>iPad: iOS 11 or later.</li><li>Download size: 1.9GB.</li></ul>Apart from this, Krafton has also announced that there will be a maintenance break for the authentication system for iOS. What this means is that players with their accounts linked to Apple ID will not be able to login to the game. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="BGMI milestone rewards" comment="subhead" text="BGMI milestone rewards">BGMI milestone rewards</cmsannotation> Krafton also announced Battlegrounds Mobile India milestone rewards for users on crossing the 50 million downloads number. Here’s what users can get: <ul><li>48 million downloads – three supply crate coupons</li><li>49 million downloads – three classic crate coupons</li><li>50 million downloads – permanent galaxy messenger set</li></ul>To claim these rewards, follow these steps: <ul><li>Open BGMI and go to Lobby.</li><li>Click on the Events section.</li><li>Now, click on the Milestone event to get your free reward.</li></ul>SEE ALSO: <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/stock-market/news/pubg-maker-kraftons-shares-tumble-20-after-listing-debut/articleshow/85201908.cms">PUBG maker Krafton’s shares tumble 20% after listing debut, analysts blame ‘expensive valuation’</a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/gadgets/news/battlegrounds-mobile-india-announces-a-pool-prize-of-1-crore-for-its-first-esports-tournament/articleshow/84435668.cms">Battlegrounds Mobile India announces a pool prize of ₹1 crore for its first esports tournament</a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/apps/news/pubg-mobile-battlegrounds-mobile-india-1-5-update-download-changelog-tesla-model-y/articleshow/84373727.cms">You can now drive the Tesla Model Y in Battlegrounds Mobile India</a>

Battlegrounds Mobile India iOS version is now available for download

<ul><li><keyword id="11197652" type="COMPANY" weightage="20" keywordseo="battlegrounds-mobile-india">Battlegrounds Mobile India</keyword> 1.5 update is now rolling out.</li><li>The big announcement of the update is the <keyword id="107096" type="COMPANY" weightage="20" keywordseo="Tesla">Tesla</keyword> partnership, which lets you drive a Tesla Model Y car in the game.</li><li>You can also watch how the Model Y is manufactured from start to finish.</li><li><keyword id="10155974" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="20" keywordseo="krafton">Krafton</keyword> has also added Mission Ignition mode in Erangel, a new weapon and more.</li></ul>After <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/apps/news/how-to-watch-battlegrounds-mobile-india-launch-party-on-july-8/articleshow/84199369.cms">celebrating its launch party</a> on July 8 and 9, Krafton has updated <keyword id="11213261" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="20" keywordseo="battlegrounds-mobile">Battlegrounds Mobile</keyword> India with an interesting new addition – the Tesla Model Y car and Gigafactory. This is a part of Krafton’s partnership with Elon Musk’s Tesla, giving you a first-person view of the electric car maker’s latest model. The Battlegrounds Mobile India 1.5 update includes a lot of other new additions and tweaks, but the Tesla partnership is the highlight. Although Tesla cars are still not available in India, you can experience the interiors of the Tesla Model Y with a first-person view. As an added bonus, you can also experience the auto-pilot feature that is available in Tesla’s cars. If that is not enough, you can also watch the Model Y being manufactured from start to finish by entering the Gigafactory in the game. A Gigafactory is Tesla’s manufacturing hub that handles the end-to-end processing of producing a car, including batteries and everything else that goes into it. Apart from this, a self-driving Tesla Semi truck also spawns sporadically on roads. Players can attack the Semi to loot supply boxes when you need them. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Here’s everything that’s new in the Battlegrounds Mobile India 1.5 update" comment="subhead" text="Here’s everything that’s new in the Battlegrounds Mobile India 1.5 update">Here’s everything that’s new in the Battlegrounds Mobile India 1.5 update</cmsannotation> <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Mission Ignition mode in Erangel" comment="subhead" text="Mission Ignition mode in Erangel">Mission Ignition mode in Erangel</cmsannotation> The new Mission Ignition mode will have six major places on the Erangel map which will be transformed into research and energy facilities. You will be able to use tactics to manipulate the game by adding combat features like patrol robots and information collectors. You can also use the automatic Hyperline to transport yourself. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Royale Pass system is here" comment="subhead" text="Royale Pass system is here"><keyword id="7045807" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="20" keywordseo="Royale-Pass">Royale Pass</keyword> system is here</cmsannotation> Krafton has brought the royale pass system to Battlegrounds Mobile India, called the RPM1 for the inaugural month. Each Royale Pass Month lasts for a month, priced at a cost of 360UC, with the highest rank achievable limited to 50. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="MG3 light machine gun added" comment="subhead" text="MG3 light machine gun added">MG3 light machine gun added</cmsannotation> Krafton has added a new weapon, called the MG3. It is a light machine gun that can take up to a 6X scope and no other attachments. It can be obtained by airdrops while playing classic maps apart from Karakin. The M249, which was previously airdropped, will now appear directly on the map for loot. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Free sand bottle exchanges" comment="subhead" text="Free sand bottle exchanges">Free sand bottle exchanges</cmsannotation> The BGMI 1.5 update adds sand bottles as free events in the Events section. Players can complete challenges to earn sand bottles, which can then be exchanged for prizes. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Gyroscope sensitivity can now be changed" comment="subhead" text="Gyroscope sensitivity can now be changed">Gyroscope sensitivity can now be changed</cmsannotation> For the first time in the game, gyroscope sensitivity can be changed. Apart from this, Third Person Perspective (TPP) camera angles can be tuned, and ammo indicators allow for more finesse in strategy. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Clan Clash battles every fortnight" comment="subhead" text="Clan Clash battles every fortnight">Clan Clash battles every fortnight</cmsannotation> With Clan Clash, clans can fight against each other in a fortnightly battle and get Clan Points. Krafton has implemented a system to ensure clans with similar activity levels are pitted against each other, to make sure the competition is healthy. SEE ALSO: <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/apps/news/how-to-watch-battlegrounds-mobile-india-launch-party-on-july-8/articleshow/84199369.cms">Battlegrounds Mobile India launch party starts July 8, ₹6 lakh prize money up for grabs</a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/apps/news/battlegrounds-mobile-india-official-download-link-how-to-update-bgmi-rewards/articleshow/84058116.cms">Battlegrounds Mobile India launched officially – here’s how to update, claim rewards and more</a>

You can now drive the Tesla Model Y in Battlegrounds Mobile India

<ul><li><keyword id="11197652" type="COMPANY" weightage="20" keywordseo="battlegrounds-mobile-india">Battlegrounds Mobile India</keyword> (BGMI) is celebrating its launch by throwing a virtual party on July 8 and July 9.</li><li>The virtual launch party will see 18 teams, led by <keyword id="6409600" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="20" keywordseo="PUBG-MOBILE">PUBG Mobile</keyword> veterans like Dynamo, GodNixon and others.</li><li>A total prize pool of ₹6 lakh is up for grabs on the two days.</li><li>Krafton has also extended the deadline of transferring data from PUBG Mobile to <keyword id="11213261" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="20" keywordseo="battlegrounds-mobile">Battlegrounds Mobile</keyword> India to July 9.</li></ul>The popular battle royale game Battlegrounds Mobile India is celebrating its launch with a virtual party on July 8 and July 9. 18 teams will be fighting each other over the course of two days, with the total prize pool fixed at ₹6 lakh. The Battlegrounds Mobile India launch party will include several PUBG Mobile streamers like Dynamo, Mortal, GodNixon and K18, in addition to Ghatak, Shreeman Legend among others. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="How to watch Battlegrounds Mobile India launch party" comment="subhead" text="How to watch Battlegrounds Mobile India launch party">How to watch Battlegrounds Mobile India launch party</cmsannotation> Even if you’re not a part of the 18 teams set to battle each other, you can still attend the launch party virtually. All the matches will be streamed live on Battlegrounds Mobile India’s <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCe31NPEeRGO0hcznx6Tdb-g">YouTube</a> and <a href="https://www.facebook.com/BattlegroundsMobileIN/">Facebook</a> channels. Battlegrounds Mobile India is an India-specific version of PUBG Mobile, which was banned in India along with dozens of other Chinese apps and games. This comes after Krafton, the South Korean video game developer, rolled out early access back in June, allowing enthusiasts to test the game. The game was <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/apps/news/battlegrounds-mobile-india-official-download-link-how-to-update-bgmi-rewards/articleshow/84058116.cms">launched on July 2</a>. Early access users were offered rewards, too, which are: <ul><li>Sign-up bonus – 1 supply crate.</li><li>1 million downloads – 2 supply crate coupons.</li><li>5 million downloads – 1 classic crate coupon.</li><li>10 million downloads – Constable set.</li></ul>Eventually, Krafton received over 40 million registrations. As such, in addition to the above, users will receive the Recon skin, Recon outfit, Celebration Expert title and free 300 AG in-game currency. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="PUBG Mobile data transfer dates extended" comment="subhead" text="PUBG Mobile data transfer dates extended">PUBG Mobile data transfer dates extended</cmsannotation> Krafton has extended the dates for transferring data from PUBG Mobile to Battlegrounds Mobile India to July 9, from the July 6 deadline set initially. Users who have still not transferred their data from PUBG Mobile to Battlegrounds Mobile India can do so by following these steps: <ul><li>Login to Battlegrounds Mobile India using your Facebook, Twitter or Google account.</li><li>Customise your in-game character.</li><li>Now, you will be asked if you reside in India. Tap yes.</li><li>The Account Data Transfer message will now popup on your screen. If you want to transfer your PUBG Mobile data to BGMI, tap yes.</li><li>Now login using the same account which you used for PUBG Mobile.</li><li>Once done, tap on yes to initiate the data transfer to BGMI.</li></ul>SEE ALSO: <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/apps/news/battlegrounds-mobile-india-official-download-link-how-to-update-bgmi-rewards/articleshow/84058116.cms">Battlegrounds Mobile India launched officially – here’s how to update, claim rewards and more</a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/apps/news/battlegrounds-mobile-india-download-link-early-access-registration/articleshow/83597180.cms">Battlegrounds Mobile India beta now available, early access rolling out – download and registration links here</a>

Battlegrounds Mobile India launch party starts July 8, ₹6 lakh prize money up for grabs

<ul><li>Krafton has launched its latest battle royale game, PUBG: New State.</li><li>The game currently offers three maps – Troi, Erangel 2051 and Station (Beta).</li><li>Here are our initial impressions after playing a few games.</li></ul> Krafton has finally released the much-awaited battle royale game <a>PUBG: New State</a>. During the initial launch, players faced some server issues, resulting in a delayed launch. However, it has still crossed one million downloads in 24 hours. The gameplay during the first day was buggy and we also noticed some crashes. However, Krafton has now pushed a small update that has removed these bugs. Pre-registration rewards <div type="image" title="photo_2021-11-11_12-34-21" msid="87668137" hostid="261" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;PUBG: New State pre-registeration rewards.&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div> As promised, users who had pre-registered for the game have received in-game rewards, including a car skin, profile frame and medals. Graphic settings Users can select the graphics quality and frame rate based on their device and personal preference. Krafton is currently allowing users to choose up to “Ultra” graphics and “Max” frame rate. An option for “Extreme” is shown for both the settings but is currently not supported. Gameplay If you are coming from PUBG: Mobile or Battlegrounds Mobile India (BGMI), it will take some time for you to get used to the game. While not much has changed in terms of combat mechanics, the sensitivity and handling may require some getting used to. One of the major changes to the game includes the addition of trunks to vehicles. Vehicle trunk allows players to store items in their vehicle, allowing them to free up storage in their bag. <div type="image" title="trunk" msid="87668171" hostid="261" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;UAZ Trunk.&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div> The UAZ, for example, has a capacity of 500, allowing you to store a lot of items without worrying about running out of bag space. Do note that these items will be destroyed if the vehicle is destroyed. Drone Store <div type="image" title="Drone 1" msid="87668187" hostid="261" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Drone Store.&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div> The Drone Store is a new addition that allows you to purchase items that get delivered by a drone. You can select the item and then select a location near you to get it delivered by spending Drone Credits which can be found throughout the game. <div type="image" title="Drone 2" msid="87668206" hostid="261" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Scout Drone bring delivered.&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div> The main highlight of the Drone Store is the Green Flare Gun. It can be used to bring back dead teammates. All you need to do is equip the gun and fire it in the air. The revived players will then return to the game. Another important item that you can get from the Drone Store is the Scout Drone which can be used to monitor or scout areas before you attack. Maps Troi Troi is the flagship map in the game. It is set in 2051 and is filled with modern architecture and improved aesthetics. You will also have access to a new electric car, the Volta and a tram. <div type="image" title="troi" msid="87668229" hostid="261" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Troi.&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div> Some of the key areas in this map include Bay Area, Mesa, Loganville, Alamo, City Park and Exhibition Hall. The map also includes some buildings that have bulletproof glass, allowing you to trick players into revealing their location without getting damaged. Erangel 2051 <div type="image" title="Erangel 1" msid="87668247" hostid="261" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Erangel 2051&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div> Erangel 2051 is similar to the traditional Erangel that you can find in PUBG: Mobile or BGMI. Krafton has only added visual changes to Erangel 2051. The buildings now feature a modernized design while retaining the earlier layout. Station (Beta) <div type="image" title="Station" msid="87668264" hostid="261" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Station (Beta).&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div> The Station map is suitable for users looking for a fast-paced team deathmatch experience. It is a 10-minute round and the first team to reach 40 kills in this time wins the game. There’s not much you have to do in this mode apart from shooting as you already have weapons with you and don’t need to search for them. 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PUBG: New State — Here are our initial impressions about the new battle royale game

<ul><li>PUBG: New State is now available for Android users in India.</li><li>Apple users may have to wait a little longer to get the game.</li><li>Here are our initial impressions about the game.</li></ul>In an early morning surprise for Android users, Krafton’s new battle royale game PUBG: New State is now available to download in India from the Play Store. The game was initially supposed to be live from 9:30 am for both Play Store and App Store. PUBG: New State is a futuristic battle royale game that is set in 2051 and is claimed to offer a similar gaming experience that PUBG: Battlegrounds offers on PC and consoles. The company has highlighted that the gunplay and game mechanics will be on par with the PC version. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="How to download PUBG: New State" comment="subhead" text="How to download PUBG: New State">How to download PUBG: New State</cmsannotation> PUBG: New State can be downloaded from the<a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.pubg.newstate&amp;hl=en"> Play Store</a> and the<a href="https://apps.apple.com/app/id1542727626?mt=8"> App Store</a>. Currently, the app is available only for Android users and is expected to be available for Apple users soon. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="PUBG: New State system requirements" comment="subhead" text="PUBG: New State system requirements">PUBG: New State system requirements</cmsannotation> As per Krafton, PUBG: New State Android users with 2GB RAM or more running on Android 6.0 and above will be able to play the game. Coming to iOS, iPhone 6S and above devices running on iOS 13 and above will be able to run the game. Once you download the game, you will be required to download a small file of around 230 mb. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Initial impressions" comment="subhead" text="Initial impressions">Initial impressions</cmsannotation> The game is finally live after almost a 2-hour delay due to<a href="https://twitter.com/PUBG_NEWSTATE/status/1458653234801745922"> server issues</a>. Once you start the game, you have the option to sign in either as a guest or using your Facebook or Google account. Once you sign in, you can select your nickname and create a character. <div type="image" title="photo_2021-11-11_12-34-25" msid="87642903" hostid="261" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;PUBG: New State maps.&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div> The game is currently offering three maps – Troi, Erangel 2051, Station (Beta). Users also have access to a training ground, which allows them to try out the weapons in the game and improve their aim. As promised, users who pre-registered for the game have received the following in-game rewards: <div type="image" title="Rewards" msid="87642885" hostid="261" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;In-game rewards.&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div> <ul><li>Takion TR1 car skin</li><li>New State icon profile</li><li>New State profile frame</li><li>Ten Chicken medals</li></ul>Users can select the graphics quality and frame rate based on their device and requirement. Krafton is currently allowing users to choose up to “Ultra” graphics and “Max” frame rate. An option for “Extreme” is shown for both the settings but is currently not supported. <div type="image" title="photo_2021-11-11_12-34-27 (2)" msid="87643617" hostid="261" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Electric car in PUBG: New State.&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div> As the game is set in the future, players will be able to access modern cars, including electric vehicles in the game. <div type="image" title="photo_2021-11-11_13-06-23" msid="87643629" hostid="261" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;PUBG: New State Drone Store.&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div> Another change that we noticed is the introduction of a “Drone Store” that allows users to purchase various items including Flare guns, a Scout Drone, Med Kit, Deployable Shield and more. SEE ALSO: <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/news/pubg-new-state-vs-bgmi-whats-changed-in-the-upcoming-game/slidelist/87505004.cms">PUBG New State vs BGMI: What’s changed in the upcoming game?</a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/apps/news/battleground-mobile-india-players-can-compete-in-the-asian-games-2022/articleshow/87603914.cms">Battlegrounds Mobile India players can compete in the Asian Games 2022</a>

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<ul><li>In our last feature from the series where we crystal-gazed into 2022 and brought to you some key trends that will impact the industry, we speak to experts from the Indian <keyword id="6357332" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="gaming" source="Orion">gaming</keyword> industry.</li><li>They share their thoughts of a few big trends that will dominate the industry in 2022.</li></ul>As we enter 2022, we can only look back and wonder at the meteoric rise online gaming has seen in India in the past two years. While gaming had been witnessing growth, albeit a relatively slow one, before the lockdown, it was during the locked-at-home phase that many across the country not only discovered the joys of gaming, but also realised they could make a healthy living out of it. If most reports coming out in the last one year are to be believed, India will see an even faster growth for the industry in the next few years, and now Bharat is joining in this growth. A recent report by <keyword id="7087972" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="mobile-premier-league" source="Orion">Mobile Premier League</keyword> (MPL), an <keyword id="2440542" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="esports" source="Orion">esports</keyword> and skill gaming platform revealed that India’s tier-III cities and towns have witnessed a significant rise in the number of online gamers in 2021. The top 30 of them reported up to 170% more gamers compared to 2020. Some of the small towns have more than 100% to up to 200% growth in online gamers. Another report by Sequoia India and BCG said that while the gaming industry in India is currently smaller than that of the US and China and is 1% of the global gaming market, it is generating $1.5B revenue and is expected to triple to over $5 billion by 2025 on the back of the ‘mobile first’ phenomenon. This massive growth has also led to a new breed of influencers who are being followed by hundreds of thousands of engaged audiences. YouTube’s recently released list of top Indian creators on its platform featured 5 gamers. And things are just about starting to get heated. To understand where this highly dynamic industry is headed in this next year, we reached out to a few prominent voices from the industry and this is what they had to say: Lokesh Suji, Director, Esports Federation of India &amp; Vice President of the Asian Esports Federation (AESF) <img src="https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/2o5JDUEajW_Hz0p3pb8kXjBdWO0bNm3PF2DQs_VJE-2zHo1fScs-_8FNX8Ww18AGr1HCfUqoG-Qog2cpj1vFUiQNqMLAwCI97m4R-EZqfApQKQVx7Hc9gIbj5OWmvw" /> India was a sleeping giant till Covid-19 happened, and now we have established ourselves as a market that cannot be ignored; Stakeholders like the brands, investors, authorities and so on, were just sitting on the fence and observing. But with a market of at least 450 million online gamers, the potential of video games and esports cannot be ignored. The year 2021, has been the inflection point for video games in India. While esports evolves itself into various business models, Non-fungible token (NFT) will be one big trend to watch out for in 2022. Video Games is the best use case for NFTs, customization of the skins, virtual avatars, in-game items/rewards etc. all this already exists in video games (so-called metaverse) and is now starting to be converted into NFTs. One of the key drivers for the meteoric growth of Video Games has been live streaming and esports, and such content creators and/IP holders will eventually look at converting the best of gameplays/streaks/moments into NFTs, which not only help increase monetization for content creators, video game developers etc. but also be a catalyst in terms of retention of fans and users respectively. Anirudh Pandita, Founder, <keyword id="820765" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Loco" source="Orion">Loco</keyword> <img src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/70cXrBapyAye1gwweY9e2BKa2ptmzXGSnungZpVUHi47ouu2yYeWfJJaZ1G5qS3U95n0uCk5_kSn1LwPYDXlf_wh64rk1FcwQc6GchmaBjPMuHjl6CdOZOel4AL04A" /> Gaming has now arrived as a truly mainstream entertainment experience and has become the primary source of entertainment for India’s young generation. 2021 saw the rise of esports and game streaming, and 2022 will see this multiply. In 2021, we saw the arrival of BGMI which all Indian fans were waiting for and in 2022, we will see multiple big publishers release games for India. In 2021, we saw esports go to new heights and we will see continued growth in the sector in the next year as prize money as well as number of games will increase. Game streaming saw the entry of hundreds of thousands of new streamers and millions of viewers, and this trend should accelerate in 2022, with individual streams rivaling those of major traditional sports. Lastly, with blockchain providing interesting use cases, we expect to see interesting new use cases come out to help creators and consumers. We, at Loco, have always aimed at paving the way for gaming to go from a niche hobby to a mainstream national interest- which the year 2021 has helped realize. We are confident that with this, India will cement its place on the global gaming map in 2022. Abhishek Aggarwal, Co-Founder &amp; CEO, <keyword id="12415204" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="trinity-gaming" source="Orion">Trinity Gaming</keyword> <img src="https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/6Bi9ki7sKwARXOAoZ4nlFOWPiq1X6vkN0dI_J1JMV-YG3CKXs7HpXSdL_8GNAJZnABASG_cYWDqwOEMY5wFZpJJyqqbSs_nryv7EWqMSkNrufVvUO3VGpNfhmZJ8PQ" /> The gaming industry is progressing, taking complete advantage of the latest developments in technology, software, better internet services, gadgets, cloud technology and more. In the Indian scenario, there is an explosive growth of gamers in this booming industry with creative and engaging content being an important aspect of the system. With more games introduced and with more people joining the pool, more brands are shifting their focus on marketing their brands through these young creators who have an enormous fan following across the age group of 15-30 which is the most targeted audience in advertising terms for both endemic and non-endemic brands. Gaming content has begun to penetrate the Tier II, Tier III locations, and beyond, giving vernacular content creators a chance to grow. With Hindi &amp; Tamil being the two most popular languages in streaming in India, it will surely gain more prominence in the coming time. More people will watch game streaming. Audiences tend to admire their creators and feel more connected to them due to their high level of engagement. The future of gaming beholds a lot and a stronger and classified gaming ecosystem is on the rise. Tarun Gupta, Founder, <keyword id="10820861" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="ultimate-battle" source="Orion">Ultimate Battle</keyword> <img src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/XbXYWPEP4wbPeE1leZheGRhsdoQBnsIpkwgpJtiTs_LLjaVkyyDRgXVP0O_Sfc_n0zcKVoy9M5F67tbwXRr1qZC51xz0pnlPa9eP5E46F_sDVeJMRZt6RVujpYrFlw" /> Games and gaming content are highly engaging and we're seeing a huge spike in average and concurrent viewership for gaming content. The consumers are very dynamic and their attention span size has decreased noticeably in GenZ. We see short gaming video content to witness a never seen before hype in the gaming community. The mobile gaming market is expanding in tier 2 and tier 3 cities and we'll witness a rise in engagement in games, viewership, and content creation. Young gamers will play engaging games, consume fast-paced engaging content, and want to socialize with gamers often simultaneously. This will lead to more virtual world socialization among the young generation and higher consumption of gaming content. As such, 2022 will usher higher inclination by brands into the gaming industry to target the young age group of 18 to 25. With many startups and organizations focusing on gaming and esports, we'll see a spike in Esports events and team IPs being created. This will boost the gaming ecosystem in India and open multiple opportunities in careers for gamers and IT professionals. Roland Landers, CEO, <keyword id="3634002" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="All-India-Gaming-Federation" source="Orion">All India Gaming Federation</keyword> <img src="https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/S9wUZmcg0NBS1zvsPcAOZx1tSrxnt1l1so5rhRSISX7Hb6XKam22jaOEk1qw_K3BNUdpLMtdnwifozrOpamy8X3YvZFfY_XJb1dZ5t6PiWj_SfFcF-wwYWEXEwNqfw" /> The Indian gaming industry along with the M&amp;E segment has now become one of the fastest growing sectors in India with around 7.3 Bn downloads in recent years. It has emerged as an important avenue due to a multitude of favorable factors such as young and tech-savvy population, affordable availability of feature-packed smartphones, better internet connectivity, and an overall technological development. The move has also accelerated the growth of multi gaming format in the online gaming space. The Indian gaming industry is expected to reach 3 billion by 2025 and is now projected to grow faster than the global online gaming segment. The industry currently employs 40,000 people in direct jobs and by 2024 the online skill gaming industry is expected to employ around 2 lakh people. This growth will further lead to revenue generation for the country, driven by ease of payment, better security and instant withdrawal of winnings etc. As the regulatory landscape is also evolving and positive judgments are expected from many states, we as an industry leader look forward to an exciting year for this sunrise sector. With its exponential growth, the gaming industry will also attract international investors to invest in the Indian market. Sameer Barde, CEO - E Gaming Federation <div type="image" title="IMG-20220110-WA0005" msid="88826278" hostid="261"></div> Online gaming will become increasingly mainstream and find acceptance as a source of entertainment in 2022. This year, we anticipate a growth rate of over 35 % for the sector as a whole. However, for this to happen, we hope to see government stakeholders accepting the need for regulation to protect the player and industry interests. Increasing monetization and adoption of new-age technology including blockchain and NFTs in the gaming ecosystem will be seen. We expect a larger number of players moving from free-to-play to paying-to-play, in-game purchases, and skill gaming. Industry players will develop new and exciting games for users based on traditional games and Indian themes, keeping the PM’s vision in mind. Additionally, e-Sports being a medal sport in the forthcoming Asian Games in September will result in a significant increase both in terms of acceptance and interest. All in all, we at EGF are excited and believe that this will be a bellwether year for the entire industry. Bhavin Pandya, CEO and Co-Founder, <keyword id="8913431" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Games24x7" source="Orion">Games24x7</keyword> <img src="https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-bsq_cLSJGoynF3E6GqcjKgrdCDrYK692K2fDOLXkFpmxNMyHEryqbSL9U0_b_ldCmFQ1AKwQuNnA4l57n31wDCIlVvWVgvtNPEdGbBSfXSnk9jO0wsonBI8tPF2qw" /> The Indian online skill gaming industry is poised for tremendous growth. With the right support particularly in the form of progressive policy structures, gaming can spur a second software revolution in India. As of today, this industry offers direct employment to almost 50,000 people. It is also a major source of taxation for the exchequer. In addition, the sector has multiplier benefits for several other domains including fintech, banking, semiconductors, animation, and other aspects of Information Technology. The sector has witnessed significant investments from marquee international investors and accounts of several Unicorns. With the right encouragement and support, India can emerge as a global pioneer in gaming technology. Ankur Singh, CEO and Founder, Witzeal <img src="https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-lGegMvnQfIAV9CqZVV-djcWMxl87f5zeFL35URnlj94kSvYBB0v9-6Vn7AiKdQk9aGVOtlTxmtcxlrwG-2GXdHwQ_cdNCNKXIuV53MQ5Yz7VZdiKY_hwksDuO-aiA" /> We believe that the gaming sector will continue to expand with the high end adoption of AI and data science to understand and provide users experiences they wish for. Future of gaming will likely be based upon newer technologies like Blockchain and its active usage would prove fruitful in the years to come. Another key trend to look forward to is the penetration of gaming in rural areas because the penetration of internet and smartphones is on a gradual rise. Yashash Agarwal, Co-Founder and CEO, <keyword id="3212361" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Gamezop" source="Orion">Gamezop</keyword> <div type="image" title="RIC_8498" msid="88758667" hostid="261"></div> Blockchain gaming is shaping up to be a very interesting space. We are already seeing very interesting games emerge with blockchain and NFTs at the heart of all the action. Games like Axie Infinity have popularized the Play to Earn mechanic and they have been able to scale engagement as well as monetization to huge numbers. Take it one step further and we see that decentralization is fundamentally changing how companies operate: all the way from raising money, to day-to-day governance. This is most notable in DAOs (Decentralized Autonomous Organisations), which follow a bottom-up, community-driven management style. We are excited to see the blockchain gaming projects that emerge from India! Vaibhav Odhekar, COO &amp; Co-Founder, <keyword id="2734866" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="POKKT" source="Orion">POKKT</keyword> <img src="https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/i11Qvtw-09JumIPGs-FlCDgh0OOC8GMV07t-JV9_aAVM5KWVK11g0jf9etWSWZCzDdnGIeeAXUwUNej2D11AWlfH2ALOJOU9REvJp_A3b6QL5Hxlh5VfFtd5SCK23A" /> The gaming industry is constantly evolving, and its popularity will continue to rise. In the last three years, the sector has welcomed 500 million new gamers globally. New technological breakthroughs such as virtual reality have provided another dimension towards entertainment in this domain. For many young folks, the industry has also become a viable career option. Talking about the trends- The audience will continue to diversify in the coming years. So, instead of a male/female audience bias, we'll have a nearly 50-50 gender split, with a lot more older people joining the online gaming space. India is expected to create more global content. Although the percentage is extremely low right now, as more high-quality content is created in India, the trend will improve. Also, e-Sports as a category will grow in popularity. In 2022, there will be a significant increase in the number of movies released worldwide. So, the biggest trend we anticipate to see is a lot more games based on movie franchises. Gaming has its own history of adapting films and gamers are enthralled by such games. Video games are a vast medium that covers a wide variety of genres and experiences that can only be experienced in games, along with contributions from a population from all over the world. Even while many modern games are inspired by movies, they are nevertheless unique in their own way and we expect them to expand in the coming years.

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