In a bold action on Tuesday, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) conducted surprise raids at 11 locations connected to popular online gaming firms WinZO and Gamezkraft. These raids took place in five locations in Bengaluru, four in Delhi, and two in Gurugram (Haryana), sources revealed. The ED's Bengaluru zonal office is leading the hunt as part of a fresh money laundering probe. The investigations focus on WinZO app and Gamezkraft's pocket52.com, two known gaming platforms. Officials also visited corporate offices and homes of key executives like CEOs, COOs, and CFOs. The gaming giants were not available for comment. According to police First Information Reports (FIRs) lodged by players, these companies “manipulated” their game algorithms, putting gamers at a disadvantage. The ED suspects the promoters own crypto wallets, hinting that illegal money might be flowing through cryptocurrencies. Adding fuel to the fire, the Indian government recently banned real money online gaming through new legislation. This crackdown sends a loud message and keeps the pressure on the booming but controversial gaming business in India. What will happen next to these gaming platforms is something all eyes are now watching closely.