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About KRAFTON
Industries
Gaming
Company Size
51-200
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
Seongnam-si, South Korea
Founded
2007
Overview
Krafton Inc. develops and publishes video games, focusing on creating engaging entertainment experiences for a wide audience, including casual gamers and eSports enthusiasts. Their games are available on multiple platforms such as PC, console, and mobile. Krafton generates revenue through game sales, in-game purchases, and licensing deals. One of their most popular titles is PUBG, which has attracted a large global following. The company emphasizes technology and innovation to improve gameplay and aims to foster creativity within its studios. Krafton's goal is to push the limits of gaming and connect people through shared entertainment.
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Krafton's partnership with Ironmace taps into the growing mobile gaming market.
- Investment in Nautilus Mobile and JetSynthesys expands Krafton's presence in fast-growing Indian market.
- Krafton's online showcase for inZOI builds anticipation and trust among potential players.
What critics are saying
- Legal disputes, like with Nexon, could impact game availability and revenue.
- Allegations of data breaches in India may damage consumer trust and affect user retention.
- Heavy investment in Indian startups poses financial risk if ventures don't yield expected returns.
What makes KRAFTON unique
- Krafton invests heavily in Indian gaming market, acquiring Nautilus Mobile for ₹118 crore.
- Launch of KRAFTON CREATOR NETWORK supports global gaming content creators, enhancing community engagement.
- Krafton's diverse game portfolio includes popular titles like PUBG, appealing to various gamer demographics.
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Funding
Total Funding
$4250M
Above
Industry Average
Funded Over
2 Rounds
Benefits
Hybrid Work Options
Growth & Insights and Company News
6 month growth
↑ 573%1 year growth
↑ 567%2 year growth
↑ 567%JetSynthesys announced a new investment round led by Krafton to support its global expansion, targeting markets like Japan, the US, the UK, MENA, and Southeast Asia. The round included NAFA Private Equity and existing investors like Pratithi Investments and Serum Institute. JetSynthesys aims to scale 20x in six years, leveraging IP-led innovation and strategic acquisitions. Krafton recently acquired a controlling stake in Nautilus Mobile for ₹118 crore and has invested over $200 million in Indian startups.
BGMI maker KRAFTON faces FIR over alleged data breach in India.
KRAFTON India has increased its stake in Nautilus Mobile to 75% with an investment of ₹118 crore (about $13.7 million). This marks KRAFTON's first controlling stake in an Indian company. The move follows a previous investment of $5.4 million in 2022. KRAFTON plans to invest an additional $150 million to $200 million in India to expand its presence. JetSynthesys will remain a significant minority investor in Nautilus.
As part of the festivities, Krafton has introduced the "Fortune Refiner" event, giving players an opportunity to try their fortune and win a range of special rewards.
Krafton launches Creator Network to support gaming content creators.
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About KRAFTON
Industries
Gaming
Company Size
51-200
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
Seongnam-si, South Korea
Founded
2007
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