Gaming
Jabali.ai levels up with AI game studio launch
MUMBAI: Move over, joysticks, it’s time for genius sticks. Jabali.ai has rolled out Jabali Studio, a groundbreaking AI-powered platform that turns anyone with a spark of imagination into a game creator. Whether you fancy yourself the next Hideo Kojima or just want to dabble in digital storytelling, this platform promises to make game creation as easy as playing one.
Launched on 29 October 2025 in Mumbai, Jabali Studio blends art and algorithm, allowing users to design, build, and publish 2D and 3D games without wrestling with lines of code. The platform’s mission? To make game-making a playground for everyone, from pro developers to first-time creators.
Built around the belief that “everyone can be a game maker,” Jabali Studio offers two creative routes: vibe code for those who like to think in logic and mechanics, and design mode for the visually driven storytellers. What’s more, it plays nice with leading AI systems like Openai, Gemini, Claude, and Grok: meaning creators can collaborate with their favourite digital co-pilot.
“Game creation has long been limited by the complexity of tools and the need for large technical teams,” said Jabali.ai founder and CEO Vatsal Bhardwaj. “Jabali Studio changes that by combining AI, creativity, and accessibility in one environment. This is a step towards a future where game development is open, intuitive, and limitless.”
The platform also boasts smart features such as self-healing projects that fix broken builds automatically, AI-powered debugging, and intelligent publishing to Jabali.ai. Users can even choose how hands-on they want their AI assistant to be, with modes like Autonomous, Collaborative, Cautious, or Creative.
Compatible with engines like Godot and Phaser (and soon Unity and Unreal), Jabali Studio gives creators complete source code access, ensuring they maintain ownership while learning and experimenting freely.
Backed by 5 million dollars in seed funding from Bitkraft Ventures, Sapphire Ventures, and the Sony Innovation Fund, Jabali.ai is staking its claim as a global pioneer in AI-driven game creation.
Gaming
Konami concludes successful eFootball India campaign
Campaign featuring Rinku Singh, Varun Chakravarthy and other stars boosts engagement ahead of FIFA World Cup 2026.
MUMBAI: When cricket meets football in the virtual world, even the biggest fans can’t help but score and Konami’s latest eFootball campaign in India has clearly hit the back of the net. Konami Digital Entertainment has successfully wrapped up its India campaign for eFootball, which brought together cricketers Rinku Singh and Varun Chakravarthy, actors Naslen Gafoor and Chandu Salim Kumar, and footballers Sahal Abdul Samad and Shubhasish Bose. The multi-star campaign generated strong excitement across gaming, football, and creator communities through social content, fan participation, and in-game engagement.
Building on the initial launch that featured a limited-time Lionel Messi card, the campaign united fan communities, lifestyle creators, football creators, and competitive eFootball influencers. It significantly expanded the game’s visibility and deepened engagement with fans across the country.
The campaign also saw thousands of entries submitted as part of its social media engagement challenge, reflecting high levels of community enthusiasm and active creator involvement.
Looking ahead, Konami plans to build on this momentum with more eFootball experiences for Indian fans as the FIFA World Cup 2026 approaches. With global attention on the tournament set to rise, India will remain a key market for deepening community engagement and bringing fans closer to the action.
In a country that lives and breathes sport, Konami has shown that mixing real-world stars with virtual thrills is a winning formula leaving fans eagerly waiting for the next goal.
