China’s National Press and Publication Administration (NPPA) approved 184 online games for November 2025, setting a record for the year. This batch includes six imported titles alongside 178 domestically developed games, marking the largest single approval of Chinese-made games in nearly five years. By November, the NPPA had granted 1,624 game licences for the year, surpassing the total for 2024.
Game Titles and Companies
The latest approvals feature a significant range of domestic games, highlighting China's booming gaming sector. Among the notable developments, Tencent has announced a PC version of its hit mobile game PUBG Mobile. Initially launched in 2019 by Tencent's Lightspeed Studios in collaboration with KRAFTON, it focuses on competitive shooting with counterterrorism themes.
Industry Impact
The surge in game approvals this year suggests a relaxation of regulatory constraints once curtailing the industry. Increased domestic development approvals signal industry growth and a potential lifting of revenue and engagement metrics. Analysts anticipate long-term impacts on the gaming market, including talent development and international competitiveness.
Overall, the increased issuance of game licences emphasizes the NPPA's supportive stance towards energizing the national gaming industry.
