Krafton Rolls Out Battlin, First All‑India Tournament Hub for Competitive Gaming

KRAFTON, the South‑Korean developer behind PUBG, announced the launch of Battlin, a new platform designed to bring together India’s fragmented competitive‑gaming scene. Unveiled in Hyderabad on Oct. 17, Battlin promises a single hub where players can discover upcoming tournaments, sign up, track their performance and receive rewards that are recorded transparently on the system. The service rolls out initially with Battlegrounds Mobile India (BGMI), giving Indian squads a dedicated space to compete without having to navigate multiple third‑party sites. By centralising tournament data and payouts, Krafton hopes to encourage more grassroots participation and give sponsors a reliable way to reach the country’s rapidly growing esports audience. For the South‑Asian diaspora, the platform signals a more organized pathway for Indian gamers to showcase talent and potentially attract international attention. It also offers a clear earnings model that could make professional gaming a viable career option for players outside the traditional metro hubs. As India’s esports market continues its upward trajectory, Battlin could become the backbone for future regional leagues and cross‑border collaborations.