In a significant development for the gaming industry, China’s National Press and Publication Administration (NPPA) has unveiled its list of approved online games for November 2025, showcasing a robust selection of 184 titles. This latest approval batch is particularly noteworthy, as it comprises six imported games alongside a remarkable 178 domestic creations, marking the highest number of Chinese-made games sanctioned in a single round in nearly five years.
Regulatory Milestones
As of November, the NPPA has granted a total of 1,624 game licenses throughout 2025, surpassing the total number issued for the entirety of 2024. This surge in approvals reflects a more favorable regulatory environment for game developers in China, signaling a potential renaissance for the domestic gaming sector.
Among the notable entries in this month’s approvals is Tencent’s PUBG Mobile, which has recently expanded its offerings with the introduction of a PC version. Originally launched in 2019, this mobile game, developed by Tencent’s Lightspeed Studios in collaboration with KRAFTON, immerses players in a counterterrorism-themed competitive shooting experience.
The NPPA’s latest decisions not only highlight the growing diversity of gaming options available to Chinese consumers but also underscore the increasing prominence of domestic developers in a landscape that has traditionally been dominated by foreign titles.
