Indonesia's gaming sensation Jagat shifts focus to public good amid vandalism backlash


A coin from viral game app Jagat is shown on Jan 16, 2025. The app has triggered treasure hunts in large cities across Indonesia as successful players can find coins placed in parks or sports stadiums and receive cash from the game company. (X/X)

JAKARTA: Following reports of widespread vandalism across Indonesia, viral location-sharing app Jagat has announced a major shift in the gameplay of its most attractive in-app feature and game, treasure hunt.

Jagat’s initial goal of helping users connect with friends and family has been overshadowed by the frenzy surrounding its new coin hunt feature, where players use their phones to track down hidden, bottle-cap-sized coins scattered in everyday locations.

Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!
Indonesia , gaming , Jagat , app , vandalism

Next In Aseanplus News

Galloping into the new year: Singapore Mint Lunar Fair opens at Chinatown Point Atrium
Asean News Headlines at 10pm on Thursday (Jan 1, 2026)
Female nail technician found dead in Mito, Japan with apparent stab wound to neck
Philippines raises Mayon Volcano alert level amid signs of increased unrest
Selangor PAS Youth supports Sanusi to lead Perikatan
BTS to make full comeback with new album in March after nearly four years
Brunei Ruler reaffirms commitment to economic resilience, national well-being
Negri Bersatu backs Abdul Hadi as next Perikatan chief
Thai fortune-teller predicts client’s bad luck, then gets arrested over stealing her phone
Dense fog disrupts flights across northern and eastern India, including New Delhi

Others Also Read