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Naver, Kakao unions call for group-wide collective bargaining, urge rule changes

Unions at Naver and Kakao called on Oct. 1 for integrated collective bargaining that covers affiliated companies, urging the National Assembly and government to revise rules. They said parent companies influence affiliates\' management and working conditions but deny bargaining responsibility by citing separate corporate entities. The unions said Naver and Kakao rejected requests after the revised Trade Union and Labour Relations Adjustment Act took effect in March.

Games & Commerce

Wemade union formed, seeks job security

A KCTU-affiliated labour union has been formed at South Korean game company Wemade ahead of a planned change in its largest shareholder. The union said it will prepare for collective bargaining, seeking job security, improved working conditions and the continuation of key businesses. It cited growing anxiety among employees as Chairman Park Kwan-ho sells his entire stake. The union also raised concerns about management uncertainty linked to performance and WEMIX issues.

Games & Commerce

Game firms raise bar for new titles as development halts mount

Game companies are raising the threshold for investing in new titles, halting development if commercial prospects fall short even after years of work or public exposure. The trend is extending beyond development to post-launch decisions, as firms reassess whether to keep funding projects based on user numbers and profitability. Rising production and operating costs, multi-platform development and global ambitions are driving the shift, with companies reallocating staff and budgets to projects with higher expected returns.