WinZO unveils the second season of its flagship initiative, the Bharat Tech Triumph Program (BTTP). This program, dedicated to exporting made-in-India technology, champions homegrown startups by providing vital growth resources such as global exposure, cross-country networks, mentorship, and access to Foreign Direct Investment (FDI). Following the success of its edition, BTTP Season 2 is set to elevate India’s interactive entertainment industry onto the stage.
BTTP Season 2 invites game developers, studios, and startups, with an emphasis on impact-driven gaming companies in domains such as climate change, health and wellness, education and training, and Indian culture-driven content. The previous edition attracted over 200 Indian game development studios, with 10 selected to represent India at the prestigious Game Developer Conference in San Francisco. The games, inspired by Indian epics and cultural heritage, garnered international acclaim and explored export opportunities in foreign markets.
By providing a global platform, WinZO aims to empower Indian developers, foster bilateral business relations, and promote collaboration and innovation on an international scale. The initiative celebrates the rich talent within the gaming community, reflecting WinZO’s core values of innovation and inclusivity on a global scale.
“Cultivating a robust ecosystem of local cultural and impact-driven games is paramount for India’s growth trajectory. Not only do these companies play a crucial role in addressing pressing societal challenges, but they also harness the power of gaming to educate, inspire, and drive positive change. WinZO’s Bharat Tech Triumph Program stands at the forefront of this endeavour, providing a platform for impact-driven games to flourish and find new markets across the world,” Paavan Nanda, co-founder, WinZO, said.
The winners of BTTP Season 2 will have a sponsored opportunity to showcase their games and gaming technology at Gamescom LATAM (Brazil) within the India Pavilion. Scheduled from June 26 to 30, 2024, in São Paulo, Brazil, Gamescom LATAM provides a platform for industry leaders to unveil special announcements, launch projects, and showcase trends.
Eligibility for the BTTP contest extends to developers, studios, and startups creating mobile games, gaming-related technology, or supporting products. Companies at any stage of development, web 2.0 and web 3.0 (blockchain) companies building products for the gaming industry, and Indian-registered companies are also eligible to participate. The judging criteria, overseen by industry veterans including Suresh K Reddy, ambassador of India to Brazil, and Rohit Kumar Singh, former secretary to the Government of India, will focus on the product, pitch, team, and diversity across game genres, technologies, and target audiences.
“Bharat Tech Triumph program is a groundbreaking initiative propelling Indian game developers onto the global stage. This program not only showcases India’s exceptional talent in the global arena but also fosters invaluable connections with counterparts in Brazil. LATAM is a large digital superpower, and I believe the opportunities are rich for our companies, especially in the field of the gaming industry. With India’s government support for the AVGC XR ecosystem, the opportunities for our companies are boundless,” Suresh K Reddy, added.