Jio and KRAFTON Launch Mobile Plan For Indian Gamers

• Reliance Jio has partnered with KRAFTON India to launch India’s first telecom plan for mobile gamers, focused on BATTLEGROUNDS MOBILE INDIA (BGMI), which has over 200M downloads in the country.
• The ₹495 ($5.72) base plan includes 1.5GB/day plus 5GB monthly bonus data, while the ₹545 ($6.30) premium version offers unlimited 5G, 2GB/day 4G, and both have unlimited voice calling.
• Plans also come with exclusive in-game BGMI rewards like the Bard’s Journey Set and Desert Taskforce Mask, merging mobile data packages with gaming perks.

Reliance Jio Infocomm Ltd., India's largest wireless carrier, has struck a partnership with South Korean gaming company KRAFTON India to launch the country's first telecom plan specifically designed for mobile gamers, marking a significant shift in how carriers are targeting India's rapidly expanding digital entertainment market.

The collaboration centers around KRAFTON's popular battle royale game BATTLEGROUNDS MOBILE INDIA (BGMI), which has amassed over 200 million downloads since its launch in the country. The gaming-focused mobile plan, priced at 495 rupees ($5.72) monthly, combines traditional data services with in-game rewards and cloud gaming access.

The base plan offers 1.5 gigabytes of daily data plus an additional 5 GB monthly allowance, while a premium version priced at 545 rupees ($6.30) includes unlimited 5G connectivity and 2 GB of daily 4G data. Both 28-day plans feature unlimited voice calling and exclusive BGMI cosmetic items, including the Bard's Journey Set and Desert Taskforce Mask, typically purchased separately by players.

Perhaps most significantly, subscribers also gain access to JioGames Cloud, Jio's subscription-based gaming service that streams over 500 titles without requiring downloads. The cloud gaming component, which normally costs 398 rupees ($4.60) for 28 days when purchased independently, represents Jio's broader push into digital services beyond traditional connectivity.

India's mobile gaming market has experienced explosive growth, driven by affordable smartphones and expanding internet penetration. The country now ranks among the world's largest mobile gaming markets by user base, with battle royale and multiplayer games commanding particularly strong engagement among younger demographics.

"Our partnership with Jio is a strategic step towards unlocking the next generation of gamers of our country where mobile-first gaming is booming," said Seddharth Merrotra, Head of Business Development and Partnerships at KRAFTON India. "Jio's unmatched digital infrastructure combined with our immersive game content creates a powerful ecosystem where access, performance, and experience go hand in hand."

By bundling gaming services with connectivity, Jio aims to increase average revenue per user while building customer loyalty in a market where subscribers frequently switch carriers based on pricing alone.

For KRAFTON, the alliance provides direct access to Jio's massive subscriber base (which currently serves over 400 million customers) while offering new monetization opportunities beyond traditional in-app purchases. The gaming company has been working to establish stronger footholds in key Asian markets following regulatory challenges in some regions.

"Gaming is an integral part of India's digital lifestyle, and Jio is committed to enhancing that experience," a Jio spokesperson said in the release. "This partnership with BGMI sets a new benchmark in the industry."