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  • Nazara goes full throttle, bags Curve Games in Rs 247 crore console conquest

    Nazara goes full throttle, bags Curve Games in Rs 247 crore console conquest

    MUMBAI: Nazara Technologies has fired its latest acquisition shot — and this time, it’s hit the UK. The homegrown gaming giant has snapped up 100 per cent of Curve Games, a renowned UK-based publisher of PC and console titles, in a Rs 247 crore (GBP 21.7 million) all-cash deal.

    The move turbocharges Nazara’s foray into the $100 billion global PC and console market, unlocking fresh access to new platforms, geographies, and genres. Curve, best known for indie blockbusters like Human Fall Flat, Bomber Crew, and The Ascent, has racked up more than 100 million downloads globally — and a tidy revenue of Rs 263.5 crore in calendar 2024.

    “This acquisition strengthens our ability to work with developers globally — and over time, also creates a pathway for Indian game developers to bring their games to global audiences across PC and console platforms. It aligns with our broader vision to contribute to India’s growing role in the global gaming ecosystem, echoing the emphasis from India’s leadership on making the country a hub for digital and creative industries.,” said Nazara chief executive Nitish Mittersain. 

    Curve posted an EBITDA of Rs 114.4 crore and a PBT of Rs 49.6 crore last year, making it a lucrative addition to Nazara’s already eclectic portfolio, which includes Kiddopia, Animal Jam, Sportskeeda, and World Cricket Championship.

    Curve’s executive chairman Stuart Dinsey was equally upbeat: “”Joining the Nazara family is an exciting new chapter for Curve. Nazara’s ecosystem, access to emerging markets and long-term orientation make them a strong strategic partner. We are aligned in our vision of building a leading global indie publishing platform, and we look forward to the next phase of growth together.”

    For Nazara, this isn’t just another acquisition — it’s a checkpoint cleared in its quest to become a truly global gaming force, one IP at a time. Game on.

  • Nazara’s Kiddopia teams up with Hasbro to bring PJ Masks heroes to early learning app

    Nazara’s Kiddopia teams up with Hasbro to bring PJ Masks heroes to early learning app

    MUMBAI: In a marriage of tiny heroes and tinier thumbs, Nazara Technologies’ award-winning educational platform Kiddopia has struck a deal with toy titan Hasbro to inject the wildly popular PJ Masks characters into its digital playground for pre-schoolers.

    The partnership will unleash a battalion of exclusive activities featuring the pint-sized nocturnal crusaders—Catboy, Owlette and Gekko—designed to blend entertainment with education in what promises to be a pedagogical romp for the under-five set.

    “We are thrilled to partner with Hasbro to bring PJ Masks to Kiddopia,” effused Kiddopia chief operating officer Dhaval Sheth. “Our mission is to make learning fun, and by integrating these beloved characters into our platform, we are creating an exciting new way for kids to explore, learn, and play.”

    The fresh content will include interactive mini-games bolstering early maths and literacy, creative storytelling adventures, and problem-solving challenges that champion teamwork—all wrapped in the irresistible PJ Masks universe that has children worldwide donning makeshift capes at bedtime.

    Hasbro senior vice president of business affairs Nick Mitchell  remarked: “PJ Masks has captivated young audiences worldwide, and we look forward to bringing these heroic adventures to the Kiddopia app. This partnership aligns perfectly with our goal of delivering engaging, high-quality play experiences across multiple platforms.”

    The digital heroics will commence later this year, available to all subscribers on both iOS and Android platforms.