Unknown Worlds

Krafton 1Q26 Investor Presentation

Krafton’s 1Q26 investor presentation outlines a period of record-breaking financial performance driven by the global expansion of the PUBG intellectual property and strategic investments in new content platforms.

• Krafton achieved record 1Q26 financial results with KRW 1.4 trillion in revenue, a 57% year-over-year increase, and KRW 561.6 billion in operating profit.
• The PUBG franchise drove primary growth, exceeding KRW 1 trillion in quarterly revenue for the first time through enhanced monetization and global marketing.
• Krafton is diversifying its portfolio by developing the life-simulation title inZOI as a UGC platform featuring AI-driven modding tools and multiplayer functionality.

KRAFTON Investor Relations: February 2026

KRAFTON’s February 2026 investor update outlines a strategic focus on scaling the PUBG intellectual property (IP) while diversifying its portfolio through new title development and targeted acquisitions.

• KRAFTON aims to reach KRW 7 trillion in annual revenue and double its corporate value within five years by scaling the PUBG IP and diversifying its portfolio.
• Annual revenue for 2025 grew 22.8% year-over-year to KRW 3.3 trillion, though operating profit fell 10.8% to KRW 1.05 trillion due to increased investment in production and personnel.
• The company has committed to a shareholder return policy for 2026–2028 totaling over KRW 1 trillion in buybacks and dividends, a 44% increase over the prior three-year period.

KRAFTON 4Q21 & FY2021 Earnings Results

The 2021 fiscal year results for KRAFTON, Inc. reflect a period of strategic transition and expansion, characterized by a 12.9% year-over-year revenue increase to KRW 1,886.3 billion.

• KRAFTON reported a 12.9% year-over-year revenue increase to KRW 1,886.3 billion for fiscal year 2021, though operating profit fell 17.3% to KRW 639.6 billion.
• Operating costs surged by 39.1% in 2021, primarily due to increased personnel, marketing, and share-based payment expenses.
• The company is transitioning its core PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS title to a free-to-play model and has expanded its studio portfolio through the acquisition of Unknown Worlds.

KRAFTON 3Q21 Earnings Release

KRAFTON’s third-quarter 2021 earnings release details a period of significant financial growth and strategic expansion, driven by the successful launch of Battlegrounds Mobile India (BGMI) and the continued performance of its core PUBG intellectual property.

• KRAFTON achieved record-high 3Q21 revenue of KRW 521.9 billion, a 42.3% year-over-year increase, with net profit rising 62.1% to KRW 178.3 billion.
• The mobile segment served as the primary revenue driver at KRW 380.5 billion, fueled by the successful launch of Battlegrounds Mobile India (BGMI) and ongoing PUBG Mobile updates.
• PC segment revenue grew 111.7% year-over-year to KRW 129.5 billion, supported by the introduction of new content such as the TAEGO map.

Krafton Separate Financial Statements: 2025

Krafton, Inc. demonstrated robust financial health and operational growth throughout the 2025 fiscal year, as confirmed by an unmodified audit opinion from KPMG Samjong.

• Krafton reported total revenue of ₩2.89 trillion for 2025, with 83.31% of earnings derived from the Asian market.
• Annual profit declined to ₩735.15 billion, resulting in basic earnings per share of ₩16,386.
• The company maintains a strong balance sheet with ₩8.16 trillion in total assets, ₩7.26 trillion in equity, and a conservative debt-to-equity ratio of 12.34%.

KRAFTON, Inc. Separate Financial Statements: 2024

KRAFTON, Inc. demonstrated robust financial expansion throughout the 2024 fiscal year, characterized by significant growth in both revenue and profitability.

Krafton Consolidated Financial Statements: 2023

Krafton demonstrated robust financial health throughout the 2023 fiscal year, characterized by sustained revenue growth and a strengthened balance sheet.

Krafton, Inc. Separate Financial Statements: 2023

Krafton, Inc. demonstrated strong financial growth during the 2023 fiscal year, characterized by a significant increase in net profit to approximately KRW 728 billion, up from KRW 487 billion in 2022.

• Krafton, Inc. reported a significant increase in 2023 net profit to KRW 728 billion, up from KRW 487 billion in 2022, on total revenue of KRW 1.84 trillion.
• The company’s revenue is heavily concentrated in the Asian market, which accounted for over 87% of total earnings in 2023.
• Financial stability remains high with total equity reaching KRW 5.59 trillion and a conservative debt-to-equity ratio of 13.27%.

KRAFTON Separate Financial Statements: 2022

KRAFTON’s 2022 separate financial statements provide a comprehensive overview of the company’s fiscal health, confirming a stable financial position with an unmodified audit opinion from KPMG Samjong.

• KRAFTON reported 2022 total revenue of approximately KRW 1.77 trillion, generating an operating profit of KRW 737.8 billion and a net profit of KRW 487.1 billion.
• The company maintains a strong balance sheet with KRW 5.04 trillion in equity and a conservative debt-to-equity ratio of 14.52%.
• Aggressive capital allocation resulted in KRW 3.92 trillion invested in subsidiaries and financial assets, though this led to KRW 176.9 billion in impairment losses, largely driven by Unknown Worlds Entertainment.

Krafton, Inc. and Subsidiaries Consolidated Financial Statements: 2022

Krafton, Inc.’s 2022 consolidated financial statements, prepared in accordance with K-IFRS, provide a comprehensive overview of the company’s global gaming operations, investment portfolio, and financial health.

• Krafton reported 2022 total revenue of ₩1.85 trillion and an operating profit of ₩751.61 billion, achieving higher profitability despite a decline in top-line revenue through reduced operating costs.
• The Asian market remains the company's primary revenue driver, accounting for approximately 80% of total 2022 revenue, with mobile services serving as the core contributor.
• The company recorded ₩149.2 billion in impairment losses during 2022, primarily driven by goodwill adjustments related to the acquisition of Unknown Worlds Entertainment, Inc.

KRAFTON, Inc. Separate Financial Statements: 2021

KRAFTON, Inc.’s 2021 separate financial statements demonstrate a period of profound fiscal transformation and structural expansion.

KRAFTON, Inc. Consolidated Financial Statements: 2021

KRAFTON, Inc. demonstrated significant corporate expansion and financial growth during the 2021 fiscal year, a period marked by its successful listing on the KOSPI market.

• KRAFTON reported 2021 consolidated revenue of 1.89 trillion KRW, up from 1.67 trillion KRW in 2020, with mobile gaming contributing over 75% of total sales.
• Net profit declined to 519.9 billion KRW due to a higher effective tax rate of 30.72% and increased share-based payment expenses.
• The company significantly strengthened its balance sheet, reducing its debt-to-equity ratio from 41.60% to 22.28% while maintaining cash and cash equivalents exceeding 3 trillion KRW.