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Red Desert, Aion 2 lift Korean game makers\' first-quarter outlook

Major South Korean game companies are flagging unusual first-quarter earnings improvements, a period typically considered an off-season. Pearl Abyss and NCSOFT are expected to post sharply stronger results from early momentum in new titles Red Desert and Aion 2, respectively. Krafton and Netmarble are seen benefiting from steady performance of existing intellectual property, while Nexon projects double-digit top-line growth based on company guidance.

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Korean game makers seek breakthrough on consoles as mobile growth slows

South Korean game companies are increasingly turning to consoles as growth in mobile games slows. A Korea Creative Content Agency report showed console game exports rose 15.1 percent in 2024 to $213.76 million, the fastest growth among platforms, while PC game exports fell. Recent sales successes, including Pearl Abyss’ Crimson Desert, have reinforced the shift. Companies are expanding multi-platform lineups, though revenue structures and long development cycles pose challenges.

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Krafton\'s PUBG Mobile holds Catch! Teenieping collaboration

Krafton said on Sunday that its PUBG Mobile will run a collaboration with SAMG Entertainment\'s intellectual property Catch! Teenieping through early May. Based on Season 6 \"Princess Catch! Teenieping\", the tie-up brings characters and world elements into in-game content. Players can join in-game events to earn rewards, including background music, profiles and frames, with additional events tied to theme and classic modes.