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NODWIN Gaming and JioStar Unveil OnePlus Android BGMS Season 4
NODWIN Gaming, South Asia’s leading gaming and esports company, announces the return of the OnePlus Android Battlegrounds Mobile India Masters Series (BGMS). Season 4 of India’s most-watched esports event is set to air live on Star Sports Khel and on JioHotstar from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM, starting August 18 to September 14. This marks the first time BGMS will be available on JioStar, promising an even bigger, bolder, and more inclusive tournament experience with a prize pool of ₹ 1,50,00,000
For the First Time: Multi-Cam Broadcasts
Elevating the viewing experience, BGMS Season 4 introduces a multi-cam broadcast setup for the first time ever. Viewers can now watch the action unfold from:
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1 Main Cam
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1 Dedicated Map Cam
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4 Top Team Cams, featuring one key player each
From next week, the player cams will spotlight standout performers, giving fans a closer look at the tournament’s rising stars.
Format: Bigger, Bolder, and More Inclusive
Season 4 introduces a dual-tier structure for the first time in BGMS history—bringing together the BGMS (Masters Series) and the newly launched BGCS (Challenger Series). This format allows aspiring teams to compete directly with pros, making BGMS 2025 the most accessible and inclusive edition yet.
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BGMS: 24 of India’s top BGMI teams will battle in a LAN setting for the championship title, broadcast live on Star Sports.
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BGCS: Serving as the official feeder league, BGCS will also feature 24 teams—2 from OnePlus Campus Dominate, 1 from TVS Raider Wicked Battles, 17 invited squads, and 4 all-women teams, marking a milestone for gender inclusivity in Indian esports.
Playoffs: Where Dreams Get Real
At the end of three weeks of BGCS action, the top 4 teams will progress to the playoff stage, where they will challenge the bottom 12 BGMS teams (those ranked 13–24 after the group stages). The Top 8 BGMS teams (Ranked 1–8) will advance directly to the Semifinals and they will be joined by the Top 8 teams from the Playoffs. These 16 teams will then compete in the Semifinals, leading into the BGMS Grand Finals. For the first time ever, amateur teams from BGCS have a real opportunity to win BGMS, redefining the competitive landscape of Indian mobile esports.
The tournament continues to push the envelope with its unique mechanics designed to reward strategy, risk, and aggression. The Powerplay, first introduced in Season 2, awards double points per finish during the first zone of a match, encouraging teams to engage early. Powerplay will be active across all days in BGMS and BGCS. The Impact Player feature, available on weekends (except the final week), lets each team designate one player whose finish points are doubled, adding a strategic edge to roster decisions. The Bounty System, introduced last year, returns this season with a daily run from August 21 to September 7 in BGMS, awarding an additional 10 points to any team that fully eliminates a designated “bounty team.” This high-risk, high-reward mechanic adds strategic depth and can dramatically swing the leaderboard. The Impact Player and Bounty system will be only active in BGMS.
Season 4 will also feature two back-to-back LAN events. The first, beginning around 12:00 PM , will host the earlier Challenger Series matches and qualifiers, followed by the master series matches from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM. This dual LAN setup aims to deepen the live audience experience and elevate the competition’s production value.
“BGMS has always been more than a tournament; it’s a cultural phenomenon,” said Akshat Rathee, Co-Founder and Managing Director of NODWIN Gaming. “This year, we’ve expanded the format to reflect the breadth of Indian gaming. From grassroots to greatness, from campus halls to national TV. This is BGMS like you’ve never seen before. We’re thrilled to welcome OnePlus, Android, TVS and Bisleri as partners as we push the envelope once again.”
Siddharth Sharma, Head – Audience Engagement, Viewership, and Monetization Initiatives – JioStar, said “BGMS continues to break new ground in Indian esports, and we at JioStar are proud to bring this cultural movement to screens across the country. This season’s expanded format, diverse participation, and high-quality gameplay exemplify the kind of dynamic, youth-driven content we aim to champion.”
Now in its fourth year on national television, BGMS remains India’s first-ever televised BGMI tournament and one of NODWIN Gaming’s flagship IPs. Season 3 recorded over 145.5 million views across platforms, continuing to redefine mobile esports in India. This season, BGMS raises the bar with a wider reach, greater scale, and deeper impact on India’s gaming ecosystem. Beyond crowning champions, the new revamped format of the tournament aims to create new opportunities for emerging talent from all segments of India’s growing esports community.
Season 4 will also feature two back-to-back LAN events. The first, beginning around 12:00 PM, will host the earlier Challenger Series matches and qualifiers, followed by the master series matches from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM. This dual LAN setup aims to deepen the live audience experience and elevate the competition’s production value.
Together, BGCS and BGMS will deliver x hours of elite BGMI competition, showcasing India’s top-tier esports talent across digital and television platforms.
With BGMS Season 4 just around the corner, as pro teams gear up and new players fight their way through qualifiers, BGMS Season 4 is set to be the most expansive, competitive, and inclusive edition yet.
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13 gambling company executives in appeal against ATG’s proposal to raise gambling tax in Sweden
BOS – The Swedish Trade Association for Online Gambling – is today submitting a letter to the government. The letter is signed by 13 gambling company executives and BOS’s secretary general. In the letter, the signatories urge the government not to support the gambling company ATG in their proposal to raise the general gambling tax in favour of a reduction in the tax on horse racing.
As a main argument, the signatories highlight the fact that the level of the gambling tax affects the proportion of consumers who choose to gamble on the legal licensed gambling market, and that too many consumers are already opting out of the safety of the licensed market with its extensive consumer protection.
“Horse betting has a channelisation rate of between 98-99 percent. Online casino, according to the most optimistic estimates, has a channelisation rate of between 72-82 percent. The higher the tax, the greater the risk that the consumer will choose unlicensed gambling, where neither gambling tax nor consumer protection exists. To then lower the gambling tax for horse betting, which already has a very strong channelisation, and raise it for online casino, which has a very weak channelisation, would be completely incomprehensible. At least for those who prioritize consumer protection,” says BOS Secretary General Gustaf Hoffstedt.
You can read the full letter here: Letter to Government on ATG gambling duty
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Momentum Series: A Crash Gaming collection crafted for emotions in your online casino
FBMDS proudly unveils the Momentum Series, a crash gaming collection built to deliver fast-paced thrills, immersive visuals, and strong retention for online casino operators worldwide with the Piñata Rush, Magical Garden and Arctic Jumper titles.
Designed “for emotions” and “born to captivate”, the Momentum Series includes three high-performing titles — Piñata Rush, Magical Garden, and Arctic Jumper — that redefine the crash genre with dynamic gameplay, deep personalization, and stunning 3D environments.
The Momentum Series was created to give players more control, excitement, and emotional connection while providing operators with games designed for longer sessions and better retention metrics. Each title combines intuitive gameplay with high volatility, 97%+ RTP, and a responsive, mobile-first design, ensuring performance across devices and browsers. Players can personalize their experience with auto bets, double bets, and auto cashouts, adapting each round to their individual risk strategy.
Piñata Rush offers a colorful, multiplayer crash gaming experience set in lively Mexican-inspired streets. Players can track others’ progress in real time and enjoy a community-driven atmosphere that keeps engagement levels high. With 97.06% RTP and features such as Multiplayer, Auto Play, Auto Cash-Out, and a configurable Max Bet from 100x to 1000x, this crash game provides vibrant entertainment across Android, iOS, Mac OS, and Windows.
Magical Garden immerses players in a lush 3D fantasy world where serenity meets suspense. This single-player experience blends calm and thrill through Auto Play and Auto Cash-Out functions, allowing personalized strategies and a Max Bet configurable from 100x to 1000x. With 97% RTP, it offers operators a high-performing product with wide cross-platform compatibility.
Arctic Jumper brings adrenaline to the frozen north with a fully 3D single-player experience. Its immersive visuals and smooth performance are enhanced by Auto Play, Auto Cash-Out, and customizable betting options that match each player’s risk profile. Operating at 97% RTP, this title delivers consistent engagement and retention potential for competitive markets.
“The Momentum Series represents FBMDS’ evolution into crash gaming — a genre built on emotion, timing, and control,” said Renato Almeida, Director at FBMDS. “With Piñata Rush, Magical Garden, and Arctic Jumper, we’re delivering fast, flexible, and emotionally charged experiences that empower both players and operators.”
FBMDS brings a winning portfolio of innovative iGaming solutions, blending tradition with cutting-edge technology to deliver engaging, reliable, and profitable gaming experiences for operators worldwide. With a focus on slots, table games, video bingo, and now crash games, FBMDS empowers partners to scale and succeed in competitive markets.
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Cozy Coast Launches Worldwide: Beach Adventure from InnoGames Now Available
- Sunny feel-good vibes for everyone: Cozy Coast now available for iOS and Android
- New trailer highlights entertaining storytelling, merge-2 puzzles, and diverse gameplay elements
- Upcoming updates with new events and challenges for long-lasting fun
A beach adventure with heart: InnoGames, one of Germany’s leading developers and publishers of mobile and browser games, today launches Cozy Coast worldwide, bringing sunny feel-good moments to smartphones and tablets. The game is now available for free on the App Store and Google Play Store. Players in selected regions have already explored the Mediterranean island of Calista and experienced the captivating story of the two protagonists Mia and Elara. The unique mix of merge-2 puzzles, exploration, and heartfelt moments is clearly resonating with players, earning 4.8 on the App Store and 4.6 on Google Play out of 5 stars.
With today’s launch, InnoGames expands the game’s language support. Alongside the existing languages German, English, and French, Cozy Coast is now also available in Italian, Polish, Portuguese, and Spanish.
New Features, More Events: Regular Updates for Lasting Fun
In Cozy Coast, players accompany best friends Mia and Elara on a journey across the picturesque Mediterranean island of Calista. For Mia, the island is filled with childhood memories, but its former charm has faded. Together, they set out to restore the island. The gameplay centers on merge-2 mechanics: By skillfully combining items, players fulfill the wishes of island residents, collect resources, and restore buildings to unlock new areas of Calista. Along their journey, Mia and Elara encounter interesting characters, discover secrets, and explore the environment.
Check out the trailer on youtube: youtube.com/watch?v=hpacBlPfio4
Since the initial launch of Cozy Coast in selected regions, the development team has steadily expanded the merge-2 adventure. Customizable portraits, 3D decoration events, special quests with unique rewards, and advanced challenges for experienced players ensure there’s always something new to discover. The holiday season has also arrived: players can earn daily rewards, including the festive avatar “Winter Elara”.
Key Features of Cozy Coast
- Merge items: Strategically combine items to create new and higher-value objects
- Restore the seaside promenade: Renovate abandoned buildings to unlock new areas
- Adventure in paradise: Follow best friends Mia and Elara as they discover hidden places and uncover the secrets of a corporation with questionable intentions
- Characters with personality: Meet fascinating characters. Every encounter comes with a story – sometimes touching, sometimes mysterious, but always full of emotion
- Fresh challenges every day: Participate in competitive, daily, weekly, and seasonal events like exploration quests, puzzle collections, decoration and special story-driven missions to receive exciting rewards and enjoy lasting gameplay
- A personal touch: Use portrait customization to bring individuality and personality to every adventure.
- Unwind in a Mediterranean setting: Experience stress-free gameplay paired with a captivating story of friendship, courage, and hope
- Free to play without restrictions: Available worldwide on iOS and Android (except in Russia and China)
Cozy Coast is available on the App Store for iOS and on Google Play for Android.
For the latest news about the game, visit the official website or follow Cozy Coast on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube.
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