The online gaming industry has evolved from a niche entertainment sector into a global digital economy. Today, online games generate billions of dollars in revenue through subscriptions, in-game purchases, advertising, downloadable content, battle passes, virtual goods, and licensing. For entrepreneurs, however, one important question comes first: How much money do you actually need to establish an online games company? The answer varies enormously. A small independent studio

Introduction Every successful company reaches a point where growth requires more capital than founders, friends, or banks can provide. Building new factories, expanding internationally, acquiring competitors, investing in research and development, or paying down debt often requires hundreds of millions—or even billions—of dollars. One of the most powerful ways to raise this capital is by issuing shares to the public through an Initial Public Offering (IPO). However, many peop