JetSynthesys‘ Nautilus Mobile, known for its Real Cricket series, has partnered with the Indian Premier League (IPL) team, Mumbai Indians (MI).
This unprecedented cooperation ushered in a new, fully licensed mobile cricket simulation game featuring the explosive presence of MI players and their famous team images.
Starting August 25, 2024, Real Cricket fans will get an opportunity to play with the five-time IPL winners’ cricketers in an exclusive mobile game. The game will feature players from the 2024 team, including Hardik Pandya, Rohit Sharma, Jasprit Bumrah, Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Varma, Gerald Coetzee, Nehal Wadhera, and others, providing a realistic and enjoyable experience for cricket fans worldwide. This agreement will incorporate the team’s official emblems, outfits, and more, making the game more authentic.
Rajan Navani, Founder and CEO of JetSynthesys, commented, “Teaming up with the Mumbai Indians represents a major step forward for Real Cricket and aligns with our broader goals for the Indian esports sector. Collaborating with one of the most renowned teams is a pivotal moment for our player base and reinforces our goal of establishing Real Cricket as India’s premier esport export. This partnership underscores our dedication to innovation and our enthusiasm for cricket, and we’re eager to witness its impact on the future of mobile gaming.”
Anuj Mankar, Founder & CEO of JetSynthesys’ Nautilus Mobile, said, “We’re excited to welcome the Mumbai Indians into the Real Cricket universe. Coming from Mumbai myself, it has always been a dream to partner with them. Our goal has always been to deliver the most authentic cricket simulation experience and partnering with one of T20’s top teams sets a new standard in mobile cricket gaming. This collaboration will not only enhance the game’s appeal but also offer fans the opportunity to recreate amazing experiences by becoming the world’s most successful premier league team in the world.”
The Mumbai Indians Spokesperson said, “Mumbai Indians continues to be one of the most loved cricket teams in the world and with Real Cricket, it will help us engage with a new, young and diverse audience. The opportunity to build a strong brand is immense and we will continue to explore opportunities that will drive participation and engage with MI all through the year.”
Following its release in 2014, the Real Cricket series has been an internet sensation with over 350 million downloads, one million active daily downloads globally, and 6.8 million monthly active users. This enables the player to play basic matches, competitions, and even career modes, making the game an expansive and engaging product for cricket fans worldwide.
Similarly, the brand recently partnered with Rajasthan Royals (RR) and Lucknow Super Giants (LSG).