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Nexon
AddedFeb 13, 2024
UpdatedJul 7, 2026
Nexon

Nexon

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Nexon Co., Ltd., a Japanese firm, develops and services online games for PC and mobile, also offering game consulting.

HQ
Tokyo, Tokyo, JP
Founded
2002
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Nexon Co., Ltd., founded on December 26, 1994, in Seoul, South Korea by Kim Jung-ju, is a prominent Japanese video game developer headquartered in Minato-ku, Tokyo. The company specializes in developing and servicing online games for PC and mobile devices and also provides consulting services related to online games. Nexon's core mission is to innovate and pioneer in the gaming industry, creating immersive and engaging experiences for gamers worldwide. Their market focus spans across Japan and other global regions, catering to a diverse gaming audience.

Notable figures associated with Nexon include Junghun Lee, the President and CEO, and Shiro Uemura, the CFO. The company is publicly traded on the Tokyo Stock Exchange under the ticker TYO: 3659. Nexon has achieved significant financial success, with a revenue of ¥274.5 billion and an operating income of ¥91.5 billion in 2021. The company's impact on the gaming industry is substantial, as it continues to deliver popular and innovative gaming experiences, solidifying its position as a leader in the online gaming sector.

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Nexon - Quick Facts

Who are Nexon's competitors?

Companies similar to Nexon include Nexon Korea, Ncsoft, Com2Us and Netmarble.

When was Nexon founded?

Nexon was founded in 2002.

Where is Nexon's headquarters located?

Nexon's headquarters is located in Tokyo, Tokyo, JP.

How much has Nexon raised to-date?

As of Mar 11, 2022, Nexon has raised a total of $4.8B (USD).

How many employees does Nexon have?

Nexon has 7,067 employees as of Feb 6, 2024.

Nexon - Classification

Ownership
  • Public
Technology
  • Software
Geographic Exposure
  • Global
Revenue
  • Recurring
  • Software
  • Transactional
Customer
  • Consumers
Main Product
  • Video Games
Tags
  • SaaS
NAICS
  • 513200Software Publishers
  • 510000Information
  • 513000Publishing Industries
  • 513210Software Publishers
SIC
  • 7300Business Services
  • 7370Computer Programming, Data Processing, And Other Computer Related
  • 7372Prepackaged Software
Show 8 more industry codes
NAICS
  • 513100Newspaper, Periodical, Book, and Directory Publishers
  • 513130Book Publishers
SIC
  • 2700Printing, Publishing, And Allied Industries
  • 2730Books
  • 2731Books: Publishing, Or Publishing And Printing
  • 2740Miscellaneous Publishing
  • 7310Advertising
  • 7313Radio, Television, And Publishers' Advertising Representatives