KRAFTON and EA reportedly in the race to develop ICC’s official mobile cricket game

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  • ICC aims to launch an official mobile cricket game to boost digital revenues.
  • Krafton, EA Sports, Dream11, and Nazara among the companies showing strong interest.

It appears that the International Cricket Council (ICC) is picking up speed with their intentions to create a mobile cricket game. Following an initial call for proposals in June, the international cricket organization has managed to catch the attention of some major players within the gaming sector.

ICC aims to create a top-tier cricket experience on mobile

According to reports from The Economic Times, it appears that KRAFTON, EA Sports, Dream11, Nazara Technologies, JetSynthesys, and MPL are potential contenders for a partnership with the ICC to develop an exciting new cricket game. If successful, this could potentially become a massive hit among cricket enthusiasts.

The concept of this game is straightforward: it aims to provide an exceptional mobile gaming experience that caters to the vast global fan base of cricket, particularly in countries like India, where the mobile gaming industry exceeds a staggering $3.8 billion. Given the signs of deceleration in traditional broadcast revenue growth, the International Cricket Council (ICC) is actively seeking innovative digital prospects.

The End of the Expression of Interest (EOI) period has now concluded on June 27, 2025, with a shortlist of potential candidates to be announced shortly. These chosen parties will proceed to the subsequent stage, which involves a formal bidding process where they’ll submit comprehensive plans, budget estimates, and artistic concepts. However, it’s important to note that this journey isn’t without obstacles.

In the world of cricket games, popular titles such as WCC3, Dream Cricket (developed by Dream11 creators), and Real Cricket currently rule the market, with more games being added to the mix. To make its game stand out from the rest, the International Cricket Council’s offering will require more than just an official label; it needs genuine innovation, refinement, and a polished experience.

Although there’s great talent surrounding the project, its potential is undeniably high. Neither KRAFTON nor EA currently offer a cricket game, making this an exceptional chance to broaden their player base. With the right development team, this ICC mobile game could revolutionize the way fans engage with cricket, and we eagerly anticipate the introduction of innovative new game modes too.

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2025-07-16 21:11