Ginger Games, a new gaming studio backed by Krafton India and industry veterans from Yahoo, Zynga, SuperGaming, Activision, and Jio Games, has launched with a focus on creating scalable, long-lasting IPs. Their debut title, Monkey Mayhem, is a satirical rogue-lite auto-battler for mobile platforms, currently in beta with a planned soft launch in January 2026. The studio emphasizes player retention, monetization, and innovative gameplay, supported by mentorship from Krafton and strategic advisors like Fernanda Romano and Anurag Khurana. Ginger aims to set new standards in hybrid-casual gaming by developing deep meta-systems and live operations to ensure sustained engagement. Meanwhile, the Indian gaming sector is witnessing significant developments: Gameskraft reaffirms compliance with new gaming regulations; NODWIN Gaming is reviving esports events like BGMS Season 4, backed by major brands including OnePlus and Android; Sony sold its stake in the Evolution Championship Series to NODWIN, signaling strategic shifts in esports investments. Dream11 is winding down its real-money gaming operations amid new legislation, while initiatives like WinZO and SEPC are promoting export of Indian gaming IP and technology. The E-Gaming Federation appointed Gaurav Shangari as Director of Policy Communication & Outreach to strengthen industry self-regulation. Other notable updates include leadership changes at Z Media, the appointment of Kriti Sanon as UNFPA India’s Honorary Ambassador for Gender Equality, and various industry events and discussions on AI, branding, and regulatory compliance. Overall, the gaming industry continues to grow through innovative studio launches, strategic investments, regulatory adaptations, and expanding global outreach, reflecting a dynamic and evolving landscape.