Indian Gaming Network STAN Hits 12 Mn Downloads
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Stan which is an India-based gaming community network, just topped 12 million downloads, with over 2 million new players joining in June 2024 alone. This growth establishes the Indian gaming network as a notable player in the gaming business, comparable to half of Twitch's and a fifth of Discord's global growth over the same time period.
According to a Sensor Tower analysis, Stan has grown faster than other Indian gaming platforms. Since November 2023, the app has constantly been in the top five on the Google Play Store, rising to the top spot in mid-June 2024. The platform has a customer satisfaction rating of 4.7 stars, indicating active user participation.
Stan provides a platform for gamers to engage with content providers and one another, resulting in a community of more than 12 million players. The platform works with more than 200 games, leveraging its large user base to support and improve gameplay. Co-founder Parth Chadha reacted to the milestone, saying, "Crossing 2 million new users in a month and reaching 12 million downloads demonstrates the value we provide. We are committed to assisting gamers and artists and are preparing future enhancements."
The site contains features such as Stan Clubs, which allow micro and nano designers to communicate with their audience. Stan intends to keep evolving, with future updates aiming at boosting user engagement and monetisation prospects for producers.
Stan also supports game developers with go-to-market strategy and user testing. The platform provides companies with tools and data for connecting with the gaming community, promoting player connections and rewarding contributions that improve the overall gaming experience.