IT Park Uzbekistan and Neowiz Discuss Expanding Cooperation in GameDev

The parties discussed opportunities for Neowiz to enter the Uzbekistan and Central Asian markets, conditions for operating in the country, obtaining IT Park member status and accessing available tax incentives, as well as prospects for cooperation with local GameDev companies and expansion into CIS markets.

Representatives of Neowiz noted that the company is considering Uzbekistan in two main areas: as a regional platform for operating across CIS markets and as a country with potential to attract Russian-speaking GameDev and IT specialists. The company expressed interest in receiving additional information about the local market and technology ecosystem.

IT Park Uzbekistan presented the opportunities available to foreign IT companies, including the conditions for obtaining IT Park member status, existing tax incentives, and support measures. Particular attention was also given to the potential use of Uzbekistan as a platform for further expansion into Central Asian and CIS markets.

The company also expressed interest in identifying local partners and game publishers in Uzbekistan and the wider region. IT Park Uzbekistan confirmed its readiness to facilitate connections with relevant market participants and explore potential formats of cooperation.

Following the meeting, the parties agreed to continue their engagement. IT Park Uzbekistan will provide Neowiz with additional information on the local GameDev ecosystem, companies, and potential areas of cooperation, as well as support the establishment of contacts with local partners and publishers.

Neowiz representatives were also introduced to the Enterprise Uzbekistan platform as one of the tools for further exploring business opportunities in the country.

Cooperation with international GameDev companies could contribute to the development of the local gaming industry, expand international connections for Uzbek developers, and create additional opportunities for the export of digital products.

Neowiz Corporation is a South Korean technology company founded in 1997 and headquartered in Seongnam. The company specializes in developing and publishing video games for PC, consoles, and mobile platforms. It employs around 900 people, generates approximately $320 million in annual revenue, and derives more than half of its revenue from international markets.