Gaming
STAN surpasses 12 million downloads
Mumbai : STAN has reached a record download figure of over 12 Million + users. Furthermore, more than 2 million new users joined STAN in June 2024 alone, which makes it one of the key players in the gaming sector. This new user acquisition is as significant as half of Twitch’s and a quarter of Discord’s global growth in the same period.
A Sensor Tower report reveals that STAN is showing high growth rates that have exceeded all other Indian gaming platforms, indicating the platform’s increasing market leadership. The app has been occupying the place among top 5 applications in Google Play Store since November of 2023 and even topped the list in mid of June 2024. With an impressively high value of satisfaction and engagement, STAN has a 4.7-star rating.
Specifically, STAN’s platform allows gamers to interact and engage with content creators, and is fostering a community of more than 12 million gamers. The platform focuses on the creation of genuine connections between individuals with similar interests, which makes the app a global companion for gaming. Through partnerships, STAN works with over 200 games and partners, using its considerable community presence to improve the game-play.
Mr. Parth Chadha, Co-Founder of STAN, spoke regarding the achievement, “We are more than thrilled to have crossed 2 million new users in a month and achieve 12 million downloads. It’s a testament to the value we offer to our community. We are committed to offering the platform for gamers and creators, and these figures prove our commitment. We are excited about the future and our continued role in shaping the gaming landscape”
STAN has a very unique approach toward the user interactions and has features like STAN Clubs which enable micro and nano creators to easily interact with their followers. The platform aims to continuously evolve and already has more features planned for upcoming updates in regard to interactions between creators and gamers as well as monetization aspects.
STAN’s commitment to providing a dynamic and supportive environment is poised to have a significant impact on the Indian gaming sector. By providing a platform that focuses on creator empowerment, the platform is democratizing creation and distribution of content as more people will be able to enter into the gaming industry and share the benefits of it. It facilitates friendships and gaming groups, helping players find like-minded individuals, and reward them for their contributions, enhancing their experience.
Additionally, STAN supports developers with effective go-to-market strategies and user testing for game refinement, while offering brands access to a global gaming community, tools for monetizable communities, and actionable insights for strategic decisions.
Gaming
Roblox appoints Sunil Rao as India managing director to drive growth
Former AWS leader to lead creator ecosystem, partnerships and local strategy
MUMBAI: Roblox has appointed Sunil Rao as managing director for India, as the company looks to deepen its footprint in one of its fastest-growing markets.
Rao, who will join in May, will serve as the senior-most representative for Roblox in India, leading local strategy, partnerships and day-to-day operations. His mandate includes strengthening the platform’s presence, supporting the creator ecosystem and aligning India’s market needs with global priorities.
A key focus area will be nurturing India’s growing community of developers and creators, enabling local studios to leverage Roblox’s tools for scaling and monetisation. Globally, the platform’s creator community earned over $1.5 billion in 2025, underlining the economic potential of user-generated content ecosystems.
“Roblox is at the forefront of enabling a new generation of creators and games. India’s scale, creativity, and entrepreneurial energy present a massive opportunity,” said Rao. “I’m excited to build a vibrant and inclusive ecosystem that empowers developers and creators across the country. Ensuring child safety and aligning closely with India’s regulatory framework will be among my top priorities.”
Welcoming the appointment, Roblox vice president international Zhen Fang said India represents a high-potential market for the company. “Sunil brings deep expertise in building operations across diverse markets, and his passion for community-centric platforms makes him the ideal leader to drive our next chapter of growth in the country.”
Rao brings over two decades of experience across technology platforms, venture capital and developer ecosystems. He was previously part of the leadership team at Amazon Web Services, where he led strategy and corporate business development across Asia-Pacific and Japan. He also served as a partner at Lightspeed Venture Partners, working closely with startups and founders.
Earlier in his career, Rao played a key role in building developer ecosystems at Symbian, Nokia and Google, contributing to the growth of major mobile and internet platforms.
With India’s large youth population and rapidly evolving digital landscape, Roblox’s latest leadership move signals a sharper focus on long-term growth, local relevance and creator-led innovation in the market.
