Embracing the Year of the Fire Horse – FunPlus’s Path to 2026

Insights from FunPlus co-founder and CEO, Andy Zhong

 

Hello everyone, and welcome back to our exclusive “Insiders Info” interview series, where we share with you unique insights into FunPlus, FunPlus People, and our Games!

As we embark on the Year of the Fire Horse, we have the pleasure of sitting down with Andy, FunPlus CEO.

We’ll delve into how the qualities of freedom, strength, and innovation will shape the company’s future and its commitment to players.

Read on to discover Andy’s insights for  2026!

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Andy Zhong, co-founder and CEO of FunPlus

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The Year of the Fire Horse is rich with symbolism in Chinese culture. What does this year mean to you personally and professionally?

To me, the Year of the Fire Horse carries energy, ambition, and the instinct to push toward a farther horizon.

So personally, this year is about leading with ambition, but also with clarity. It is about building teams that can charge into hard problems, adapt quickly, and turn change into advantage.

At FunPlus, that means pushing harder on innovation, embracing AI not as a trend but as a real operating capability, and creating an environment where entrepreneurial talent can run fast and build boldly.

The Chinese Year of the Fire Horse symbolizes freedom, strength, energy, independence, and success—qualities that align closely with FunPlus’s values. How do you plan to incorporate the spirit of the Horse into your leadership?

At FunPlus, this means staying entrepreneurial, embracing change early, pushing harder on innovation and AI, and continuing to build a culture that rewards courage, speed, accountability, and imagination.

If we can carry that spirit well, then the Year of the Horse will not just be a symbol for us. It will become a way of leading and a way of winning.

What are your predictions for FunPlus in 2026, and what message do you have for our fans as we embrace the Year of the Fire Horse? 

Everything we do begins with you, dear players and fans! Your passion, your feedback, and your loyalty are what push us to dream bigger and build better.

As we embrace the Year of the Fire Horse, I hope you feel the same spirit that inspires us:

  • Freedom.
  • Strength.
  • Energy.
  • Independence.
  • And the willingness to chase something extraordinary.

We are entering this year with ambition, but also with gratitude. We know trust is earned game by game, update by update, and moment by moment.

Looking ahead to 2026, expect FunPlus to continuously challenge itself and to raise the bar on the experiences we create. To our fans and readers, anticipate a year filled with exciting new releases, innovative gameplay, and deeper community engagement. We are committed to delivering unforgettable experiences and fostering a sense of belonging within our gaming worlds.

We are thrilled to share this journey with you and look forward to what lies ahead.

Be sure to follow Aniimo and Nightholme for exciting updates and developments, and keep an eye out for more updates and surprises in the rest of our portfolio—we can’t wait to share what’s next in our journey!

 

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Year of the Fire Horse – FunPlus 2026

 

And that’s a wrap on our conversation with Andy Zhong.

Thank you for joining us, and a special thank you to Andy for sharing his valuable insights.

FunPlus is gearing up for an exciting adventure in the Year of the Fire Horse. With a strong focus on our players and a vision full of innovation and community spirit, FunPlus is ready to create new connections and enhance the gaming experiences.

Stay tuned!

 

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Studio Ellipsis, a FunPlus studio, focuses on world-building, intellectual property (IP) development, and cross-platform game innovation for the audiences of tomorrow. Founded by Alex Amancio, the studio is located in Lisbon, Portugal. It combines experienced industry professionals with emerging talent, promoting collaboration across teams in Europe and Asia to leverage diverse perspectives and craft fresh and original transmedia entertainment experiences.

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FunPlus is one of the largest privately held companies in all of gaming. Founded in 2010, it is a global creator of interactive entertainment experiences powered by technology, with cross-platform game development and IP creation at its core.

FunPlus is an organization that fosters top industry talent, with around 2,000 team members based in offices and studios across three continents. These talented creative teams are well-known for developing hugely popular cross-platform titles, including:

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