Krafton acquires India's Nautilus Mobile to expand global sports game portfolio

SEOUL, March 28 (Yonhap) -- South Korean gaming giant Krafton Inc. said Friday it has acquired a controlling stake in India-based game studio Nautilus Mobile for US$13.75 million.

Founded in 2013, Nautilus Mobile is best known for developing Real Cricket, a popular mobile sports game based on India's national pastime.

The series has surpassed 250 million cumulative downloads and has partnered with teams from the Indian Premier League (IPL), cementing its position as a leading cricket game franchise in the Indian market.

Krafton said it aims to combine Nautilus Mobile's expertise in sports game development with its own global publishing capabilities and technological strengths to generate synergies and expand into broader markets.

"The acquisition aligns with Krafton's long-term vision of nurturing India into a global game development hub. Through close collaboration with Nautilus Mobile, we aim to deliver world-class gaming experiences that resonate with users in India and beyond," Son Hyun-il, head of Krafton India, said.

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