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Krafton
AddedFeb 15, 2024
UpdatedJun 28, 2026
Krafton

Krafton

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Krafton: South Korean developer and publisher of fantasy video games for PC and mobile devices.

HQ
Seongnam, Gyeonggi, KR
Founded
2007
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Krafton Inc., founded on November 5, 2018, is a South Korean video game developer and publisher headquartered in Bundang-gu, Seongnam. The company focuses on creating fantasy video games for PC and mobile devices. Krafton's core mission is to deliver immersive and engaging gaming experiences, with a vision to lead the global gaming industry. Their portfolio includes popular titles developed by their subsidiaries, such as Bluehole Studio and PUBG Studio, catering to a diverse market of gamers worldwide.

Notable figures associated with Krafton include CEO Kim Chang-han and Chairman Chang Byung-gyu. The company is publicly traded on the Korea Exchange under the ticker KRX: 259960. Significant investors include Tencent/Image Frame Investment and the National Pension Service. Krafton has achieved substantial financial success, with a net income of ₩556 billion and total assets amounting to ₩1.7 trillion. With over 3,100 employees, Krafton has made a significant impact on the gaming industry, particularly through the global success of its subsidiary's game, PUBG.

Krafton - M & A Snapshot

Open M & A

  • PUBG

    Acquired by Krafton • Undisclosed • Jan 1, 2021

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Krafton - Quick Facts

Who are Krafton's competitors?

Companies similar to Krafton include Bluehole, Kakao Games, Smilegate and PUBG.

When was Krafton founded?

Krafton was founded in 2007.

Where is Krafton's headquarters located?

Krafton's headquarters is located in Seongnam, Gyeonggi, KR.

How much has Krafton raised to-date?

As of Aug 10, 2021, Krafton has raised a total of $93.9B (USD).

How many employees does Krafton have?

Krafton has 3,100 employees as of Feb 6, 2024.

Krafton - Classification

Ownership
  • Public
Technology
  • Software
Geographic Exposure
  • Global
Revenue
  • Software
  • Transactional
Customer
  • Consumers
Main Product
  • Video Games
Tags
  • eSports
NAICS
  • 513200Software Publishers
  • 510000Information
  • 513000Publishing Industries
  • 513210Software Publishers
SIC
  • 7300Business Services
  • 7370Computer Programming, Data Processing, And Other Computer Related
  • 7372Prepackaged Software
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SIC
  • 7310Advertising
  • 7313Radio, Television, And Publishers' Advertising Representatives