Game Licenses Approved for 109 Video Gaming Titles in September as Wukong Fever Surges
Exciting Game Approvals in September
Game licenses for 109 video gaming titles have been approved in September, demonstrating the rising excitement around Black Myth: Wukong. This batch includes intriguing new titles from Tencent and NetEase, signifying a robust market in China's gaming sector. This announcement reflects China's ongoing effort to rejuvenate the video gaming industry post-2021 regulations.
Details of the September Batch
- Tencent's game 'Shou', short on details but marked as an important addition.
- NetEase's RPG 'Over Field', showcasing the diverse genres gaining approval.
- Seasun Games' 'Jianxiaqingyuan Ling', contributing to the mobile gaming space.
Impact of Black Myth: Wukong
Since its release, Black Myth: Wukong has been a landmark success, being recognized as China’s first AAA game. Following its launch, revenue surged by 21%, signaling an optimistic outlook for the industry. With sales surpassing 20 million units, it has ignited conversations regarding China’s gaming license issuance processes and potential easing of regulations for AAA titles.
The Future of Gaming in China
With a total of 959 domestic titles licensed in the first nine months of this year, analysts anticipate that Black Myth's success may lead to the NPPA increasing future game approvals. There's a buzz around the possibility of more AAA masterpieces development in China, especially encouraging single-player titles.
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