In the high-stakes world of gaming, levelling up isn’t just for players. India’s top-tier game development studio, SuperGaming, just secured a powerful boost, raising $15 million in Series B funding. Led by investors Skycatcher and Steadview Capital, this funding propels SuperGaming’s valuation to a cool $100 million. But can this Indian game studio truly compete on the global stage? Investors seem to think so.
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Big Names, Bigger Bets
The impressive round attracted heavyweight strategic investors like a16z Speedrun, Bandai Namco 021 Fund, GFR Fund, IVC Japan, and Neowiz. Not to be left behind, notable Web3 investors including Polygon Ventures, Sandeep Nailwal, and Decentralised.co also joined the party. SuperGaming’s diverse backing underscores global confidence in its vision and execution.
Ed Fries, Co-Founder of Xbox and a key investor, praised SuperGaming’s knack for delivering tangible results: “In a market crowded with demos, SuperGaming has shipped games, proving execution and deep understanding of hyperlocal markets like India.”
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A Power-Up Called SuperPlatform
At the heart of SuperGaming’s growth lies SuperPlatform, a robust SaaS solution crafted with Google Cloud. SuperPlatform facilitates AI-assisted game development, monetisation tools, and advanced analytics, helping developers build and scale multiplayer games even on lower-end devices. This platform positions SuperGaming not just as a game creator but also as an essential backbone for emerging global developers.
Global Ambitions Start with Latin America
The fresh capital is earmarked to expand SuperGaming’s marquee title, “Indus Battle Royale,” internationally, starting with Latin America in collaboration with esports giant LOUD.GG. LATAM’s vibrant gaming community makes it the perfect springboard for global dominance.
Bandai Namco 021 Fund investor Natsuhiro Maruyama emphasised this strategic partnership, highlighting the synergy between Bandai’s global IP expertise and SuperGaming’s nuanced understanding of local gaming ecosystems.
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India’s Gaming Moment
Roby John, CEO and Co-Founder of SuperGaming, remarked, “India is shifting from merely consuming games to actively shaping gaming innovation. This investment accelerates that transformation.” Indeed, SuperGaming’s Indus Battle Royale already boasts accolades, including Google Play’s “Best Made in India” award for 2024, reinforcing its capacity to produce globally competitive titles.
Navigating Web3 Waters
SuperGaming isn’t just playing safe; it’s pushing boundaries in the evolving Web3 gaming landscape. Early experiments like “Tower Conquest: Metaverse Edition” provided valuable insights, and now, through strategic partnerships with B3 GameChain, SuperGaming aims to integrate blockchain-based experiences for players worldwide seamlessly.
Powering the Future
As SuperGaming leverages its new funds to expand globally and deepen investments in technology, one thing is clear: India’s gaming scene is no longer just playing catch-up; it’s setting benchmarks. For gamers and developers alike, this means more exciting, innovative gaming experiences on the horizon.
In my view, SuperGaming isn’t just another studio riding the gaming wave. It’s a visionary player actively rewriting the global gaming narrative from the heart of India. Time to watch this space, because this game is just getting started.
