Krafton achieved record-high 1H 2026 revenue of KRW 2.7 trillion, a 73.3% year-over-year increase, with operating profit rising 38.3% to KRW 972.5 billion.
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The PUBG franchise remains the primary growth driver, utilizing content platformization and World of Wonder UGC tools to successfully reactivate user engagement.
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The early access launch of Subnautica 2 validated Krafton's franchise growth model, selling over 5 million units within 22 days.
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Despite strong 1H performance, Q2 2026 saw a 5.9% revenue decline and a 26.8% drop in operating profit quarter-over-quarter, resulting in a net loss of KRW 29.9 billion.
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Operating expenses rose 111.4% year-over-year in Q2 2026, driven by higher platform fees, commissions, and the integration of new subsidiaries.
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Krafton announced a new KRW 100 billion share buyback and cancellation plan for Q3 2026, continuing its commitment to shareholder returns.
Insights
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Krafton achieved record-high 1H 2026 revenue of KRW 2.7 trillion, a 73.3% year-over-year increase, with operating profit rising 38.3% to KRW 972.5 billion.
02
The PUBG franchise remains the primary growth driver, utilizing content platformization and World of Wonder UGC tools to successfully reactivate user engagement.
03
The early access launch of Subnautica 2 validated Krafton's franchise growth model, selling over 5 million units within 22 days.
04
Despite strong 1H performance, Q2 2026 saw a 5.9% revenue decline and a 26.8% drop in operating profit quarter-over-quarter, resulting in a net loss of KRW 29.9 billion.
05
Operating expenses rose 111.4% year-over-year in Q2 2026, driven by higher platform fees, commissions, and the integration of new subsidiaries.
06
Krafton announced a new KRW 100 billion share buyback and cancellation plan for Q3 2026, continuing its commitment to shareholder returns.