Basketball Video Games Development Business

Basketball Video Games Development Business Success Stories [2024]

Pat Walls

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Updated: October 7th, 2024

Do you have a knack for games and a passion for sports? Starting a basketball video game development business might be for you. This business revolves around creating immersive and engaging basketball games for various platforms—from consoles to mobile devices.

The interest in basketball translates well into the gaming arena, offering an exciting way to capture the energy and strategy of the sport. From designing realistic gameplay mechanics to coding intricate details and testing for bugs, this venture involves a mix of creativity and technical skills.

A competitive edge is necessary. The market is vibrant, but with the right team, tools, and approach, your game could stand out among fans and players. If you've always dreamt of merging your love for basketball with technology, it’s time to consider the courtside of game development.

In this list, you'll find real-world basketball video games development business success stories and very profitable examples of starting a basketball video games development business that makes money.

1. Chibi Dinos ($12M/year)

Sean Kelly, the co-founder of Chibi Dinos NFT, came up with the idea to create a play-to-earn NFT community that combines basketball, collectibles, and dinosaurs. Inspired by his previous experience in the NFT industry and his passion for basketball, Sean partnered with his girlfriend to create Chibi Dinos. The project quickly gained traction, with the presale and public sale selling out in record time and generating $2.4 million in revenue.

How much money it makes: $12M/year
How much did it cost to start: $100K
How many people on the team: 10

I Launched An NFT Project That Made $1M

Chibi Dinos NFT, a play-to-earn NFT community co-founded by 25-year-old Sean Kelly, earned $2.4M in revenue during its initial sale, reinvesting 60% of its earnings into staffing and marketing while earning $2,005.0453th in secondary sales on OpenSea, thanks to tapping into Twitter users as part of its marketing strategy.

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