The dynamic world of gaming is ripe with both immense opportunity and formidable challenges, especially in emerging markets like India. While many international investors and entrepreneurs initially overlooked India's potential, Nitish Mittersain uniquely envisioned building a thriving industry from the ground up despite limited infrastructure, low monetization, and evolving regulatory landscapes.

Defying expectations through strategic pivots, global thinking, and innovation, his company, Nazara Technologies, leveraged telco partnerships and navigated economic busts to achieve legendary success. Along the way, Nitish has transformed his childhood passion into India's only publicly listed gaming empire, demonstrating unconventional and adaptable strategies crucial for any entrepreneur scaling in uncertain terrains.

CHAPTERS:

00:00 - Nazara Snapshot: India’s Public Gaming Powerhouse

00:49 - Early Gaming Spark: Atari SeaQuest & Lifelong Passion

01:26 - Founding Nazara at 19 with Family Backing

04:10 - Betting Early on India’s Gaming Potential

07:48 - Pivotal Moments in Nazara’s Journey

14:43 - “Friends of Nazara” M&A + Profit-First Discipline

24:06 - Nazara’s Dual Strategy in Home and International Markets

27:39 - Real-Money Gaming: GST Shock, PokerBaazi Bet, Awaiting Supreme Court Clarity

33:15 - Offline Social Gaming to Counter Loneliness (Funky Monkey)

38:55 - Founder Wisdom: 3Ps - Passion, Perseverance, Positivity

🔗 CONNECT WITH NITISH MITTERSAIN:

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mittersain/

• Nazara Technologies: https://www.nazara.com/

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