The China Press and Publication Administration just released the final edition number in 2022.
A total of 512 game versions were released this year, 468 games in mainland and 44 imported games. The authorities announced a total of 84 game version numbers in the mainland and 44 imported game version numbers, new licensing activities after 548 days. Of course, the gaming community and game makers are very welcome for this move. On December 29, game stocks skyrocketed, many listed game companies opened with a gain of more than 5%.
Licensed NetEase racing game.
In addition to Chinese game studios, the Korean game industry is also excited about the year-end release of version numbers. This is the batch of Korean games with the most number of versions released to order since 2017.
Regarding the evaluation of Korean games, according to media reports, China has inherently conservative attitude towards version approval for Korean MMO games. But after much negotiation and the two sides understand each other better, Korean-style MMO games have version numbers to be released in the land of billions of people.
Some Korean analysts believe that China’s issuance of the import game license this time proves that the two sides have “belief in the development and effectiveness of the dialogue between the parties”.
China approved 84 domestic games along with 44 foreign games – a record number.
The approved key businesses and key game products include: Tencent, NetEase, Xindong, Thunder Interactive, Chaoxi Guangnian, Kuaishou, Xishanju, Palm Fun, Polk City, Yunchang Games… A total of 32 games are distributed. category is mobile, 8 PC games and console type PS4, Switch, Switch has 1 product each.
What boosts the spirit of the game production business to launch many more new titles in the future, maintaining game distribution ensures the company’s operations. Many foreign game studios will also hope more for product launches in the world’s most populous market.