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Korean game makers diversify growth beyond mobile MMORPGs to PC, console and overseas

South Korean game makers are expanding growth beyond mobile MMORPGs into overseas markets, PC and console, and casual genres. Pearl Abyss and Krafton posted sharp gains as global PC and console titles lifted sales. Netmarble, NC and Nexon added overseas, platform and genre revenues while maintaining core franchises. Kakao Games and Devsisters pursued diversification but reported quarterly losses, highlighting that rising sales do not automatically translate into higher profit.

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Devsisters posts Q2 operating loss of 16 billion won, seeks rebound with new CookieRun title

Devsisters said it posted second-quarter revenue of 52.7 billion won and an operating loss of 16.0 billion won, with a net loss of 15.0 billion won. Sales fell as live games entered a restructuring phase, though losses narrowed slightly from the previous quarter amid management reforms. The company said one-off costs included higher labor expenses and previously agreed marketing spending. It plans tighter cost controls from the third quarter and aims to recover with new CookieRun titles and IP business expansion.

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Game IPs move off-screen as physical trading cards roll out

Game companies that grew around online and mobile titles are expanding into physical trading card games, aiming to extend use of their intellectual property beyond screen time and attract collectors and offline users. Krafton is preparing a PUBG: Battlegrounds card game with Cardmonster, while Riot Games will launch its LoL-themed Riftbound in South Korea in September. The article also outlines standalone and IP-alliance models and says long-term success depends on building a player ecosystem.