Gaming cos exit real money gaming following new legislation

MUMBAI: Hit by increased scrutiny and regulation, India’s online gaming industry is undergoing decisive change. Following the passage of the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill, 2025, several startups have discontinued their real money gaming (RMG) operations.

Fantasy sports giant Dream11 announced the suspension of its cash contests. In a message to users, Dream11 said: “As per ‘The Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill, 2025’, cash games and contests will be discontinued on Dream11.”