Registrations for Cohort 3 of the KIGI Program open on September 20, 2025, aiming to boost India’s game development ecosystem.
KRAFTON India has officially announced the launch of Cohort 3 of the Krafton India Gaming Incubator (KIGI), continuing its mission to empower and support the next wave of Indian game developers. Starting September 20, 2025, aspiring developers and indie studios will be able to register on KRAFTON’s official website to be part of this gaming incubation program.
What is the KIGI Program?
Launched in 2023, KIGI was designed as a launchpad for homegrown game creators by providing them with funding, mentorship, and resources to test and scale their ideas. In just two years, the incubator has already supported 10 studios across two cohorts, helping them not only financially but also through access to global platforms and expert guidance.
The initiative has quickly grown into a national story of innovation, attracting ambitious developers from diverse regions, including Kolkata, Bangalore, Madurai, Nagaland, and Delhi, among others.
Success Stories from Previous Cohorts
The impact of the incubator is visible in the wide range of creative titles developed under its umbrella:
Cohort 1 (2023–2024):
- ReDimension Games (Nagaland): Sojourn Past, a stylized 2D action-adventure.
- Shura Games (Gurgaon): Spice Secrets, a culinary puzzle game.
- Dunali Games (New Delhi): Rookie Tales, a tactical deck-building RPG.
- Arjuna Studios (Bangalore): Gangster Carnival, a desi-themed battle royale.
Cohort 2 (2024–2025):
- Kleanup Games (Madurai): CHROMADI, a retro-inspired shoot ‘em up.
- Advaita Interactive (Kolkata): Inspectorium, a steampunk detective title.
- Singular Scheme (Mumbai): Frontier Paladin, an RPG-tower defense hybrid.
- Smash Head Studio (Bangalore): Cricket Rivals, a reimagined multiplayer cricket title.
- Unwind Games (Hyderabad): BaoBao’s Journey, a cozy puzzle game.
- Ginger Games (Delhi): Monkey Mayhem, a hybrid casual action-adventure.
These diverse creations showcase how KIGI nurtures originality while giving Indian developers the resources to compete on the world stage. Many of these games have already reached soft launch phases and attracted strong community attention.
KIGI Cohort 3 Registration Details
- Registration Opens: September 20, 2025
- Where to Apply: KRAFTON India Official Website under the KIGI Program section
- Eligibility: Open to Indian indie studios, student teams, and independent developers with innovative game ideas.
What KIGI Cohort 3 Brings?
With Cohort 3, KRAFTON aims to build on these successes, offering startups:
- Financial Assistance: Grants and investment support for early-stage development.
- Expert Mentorship: Guidance from global and Indian industry veterans.
- Technical Resources: Thanks to partnerships with Google Cloud, AWS, AccelByte, Lysto, AppMagic, and Liftoff’s GameRefinery, developers gain access to advanced AI tools, analytics, cloud infrastructure, and backend integration for scaling.
- Marketing & Global Platforms: Incubator games get exposure at major industry showcases, giving them visibility beyond India.
As Anuj Sahani, Head of KRAFTON India Incubator Program, put it: “With each cohort, KIGI is proving that world-class games can be built right here in India. We’ve created an ecosystem where creators get what they need to turn bold ideas into scalable, successful games.”
All in all, the announcement of Cohort 3 of the KIGI Program signals another big step for Indian gaming. With expanded partnerships, financial backing, and a proven track record of success, KIGI provides a solid launchpad for developers ready to turn creative ideas into industry-defining games.