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LightFury Games raises 11 million to build AAA mobile cricket game eCricket
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Published on 24 April 2026
Pro cricketers, Unreal Engine 5, and real-time AI commentary
LightFury Games has secured $11 million in pre-Series A funding to develop eCricket, its debut AAA mobile title built on Unreal Engine 5. Backed by Blume Ventures and others, with leading Indian and international cricketers as strategic investors, the game will support real-time multiplayer, AI commentary, and esports events. The push comes as India’s new online gaming rules take shape.
- LightFury raises $11 million for its AAA mobile debut eCricket
- Built on Unreal Engine 5 with strategic batting and bowling systems
- Includes real-time multiplayer and AI commentary plus esports tournaments
- Cricket stars join as strategic investors amid India’s evolving gaming rules
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