KRAFTON Announces First Ever Road To Valor: Empires Open Championship

The tournament features a prize pool of 10 Lakhs

by Shrutee K

New Delhi, May , 2023: KRAFTON, Inc., the South Korean video game developer has today announced the first Road To Valor: Empires Open Championship with a total prize pool of INR 10 lakhs. Strategy gaming in India has witnessed a surge in emerging talent, and this tournament aims to provide a platform for players to refine their skills and make a mark in the world of Esports.

Speaking on the recent developments, Sean Hyunil Sohn, CEO of KRAFTON, Inc. India, said, “We are thrilled to announce the Road To Valor: Empires Open Championship and the launch of KRAFTON INDIA ESPORTS channels. We believe India has a strong talent pool in strategy gaming, and we hope this tournament provides a platform for all aspiring players in this segment. India has always been an important market for us, and we are committed to nurturing the Esports ecosystem in the country.”

Road To Valor: Empires Open Championship is set to commence in June. Dates and additional details regarding the tournament will be announced soon.

In addition to the tournament announcement, KRAFTON has unveiled dedicated Esports channels as part of its ongoing commitment to fostering the growth of the Esports ecosystem in the country. The KRAFTON INDIA ESPORTS YouTube Channel will serve as a hub for all Esports enthusiasts, offering engaging content, thrilling competitions, and updates on KRAFTON’s Esports events.

For the latest information, please visit Road To Valor: Empires official Instagram Page and KRAFTON India Esports YouTube Page.

About KRAFTON, Inc.: Based out of South Korea, KRAFTON, Inc. is committed to discovering and globally publishing games that deliver a uniquely fun experience with global production studios known for distinctive creatives. Founded in 2007, KRAFTON consists of PUBG STUDIOS, Bluehole Studio, RisingWings, Striking Distance Studios, Dreamotion, Unknown Worlds, 5minlab, Neon Giant and KRAFTON Montréal Studio, each trying to innovate the enjoyment of games through continuously embracing challenges and new technologies, expanding our platforms and services to win the hearts of more fans.

KRAFTON is responsible for premier entertainment properties, including BATTLEGROUNDS MOBILE INDIA (BGMI), Road To Valor: Empires, PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS, The Callisto Protocol, NEW STATE MOBILE, Moonbreaker, TERA and ELYON. With a passionate and determined team worldwide, KRAFTON is a technology-driven company that boasts world-class capabilities as it seeks to expand its areas of business beyond games to multimedia entertainment and deep learning. KRAFTON, Inc. is committed to enhancing the start-up ecosystem in India; and so far, the company has invested over $100 million in several Indian startups in the field of interactive entertainment, gaming, Esports and technology.

For more information, visit www.krafton.com