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Defense Derby’s June Update Introduces New Martial Tiger Unit

2024. 05. 30

RisingWings, a creative studio of KRAFTON, Inc., has unveiled its June update for the popular real-time PvP tower defense mobile game, Defense Derby. This update introduces the Martial Tiger, a new physical-type unit from the beast faction. Martial Tiger is a close-range area damage dealer with two special abilities called Taeguk and Roar of the Lion. With Taeguk, the critical damage increases, and upon reaching a certain level, it unleashes the Roar of the Lion, terrifying all monsters i

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PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS Introduces 'Erangel Classic' Map

2024. 05. 14

- The map provides a familiar gameplay experience and will be available until 28 May - Introducing the Win Streak Showdown, a new system that offers squads victory beyond the Chicken Dinner AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS - 14 May, 2024 - KRAFTON, Inc. has launched the Erangel Classic map in PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS as part of update 29.2. Erangel Classic is a limited-time map that will be available for two weeks and is designed for players who are nostalgic for the earlier versions of our first

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KRAFTON achieves record-high sales of 665.9 billion KRW (390.4M GBP) in 1Q24

2024. 05. 08

-Growth across all business areas driven by stable growth of PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS IP -Dark and Darker Mobile has successful first beta test, initiating full-scale optimization for the global launch in the second half of 2024 AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS - 8 MAY 2024 - KRAFTON Inc. (CEO CH Kim) announced its 1Q24 preliminary earnings today.KRAFTON recorded its 1Q24 sales of 665.9B South Korean Won (390.5M GBP), Operating Profit (OP) of 310.5B KRW (182M GBP), and Net Profit (NP) of

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Defense Derby’s May Update Introduces New Faction League and Duo Mode

2024. 05. 02

RisingWings, a creative studio of KRAFTON, Inc., has unveiled its May update for the popular real-time PvP tower defense mobile game, Defense Derby. This update introduces a new system and mode that enhance the gameplay experience. Firstly, the existing League System has been revamped into the Faction League. Upon entering Derby Mode, players select a specific faction and build their deck. The leagues are divided by faction, allowing players to engage with multiple factions and upgrade th

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ANTICIPATED LIFE SIMULATION GAME INZOI REVEALS NEW FEATURES IN DEVELOPMENT ROADMAP VIDEO

2024. 04. 30

Anticipated Life Simulation Game inZOI Reveals New Features in Development Roadmap Video KRAFTON commits to active communication with its global fans ahead of inZOI’s early access release AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS - 30 April, 2024 - KRAFTON, Inc. has revealed the 2024 development roadmap for its upcoming life simulation game inZOI. In a new video, inZOI Producer and Director Hyungjun ‘Kjun’ Kim showcases the game’s development direction, key features, and the development process. https

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PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS gets nostalgic with new Erangel Classic map on 14 May

2024. 04. 25

The original Erangel map returns with nostalgic graphics and old-school balancing for two weeks only. AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS - 24 April, 2024 - KRAFTON, Inc. has announced that PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS will be returning to its roots with the Erangel Classic map, launching alongside update 29.2.Erangel Classic recreates the initial version of Erangel, PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS’ first ever battleground, designed to evoke nostalgia for players who remember the early access days. Erangel Classic blends the

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PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS Adds Destructible Terrain with Update 29.1

2024. 04. 10

Update also introduces collaboration with Italian premium motorcycle brand 'Ducati' AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS - 9 April, 2024 - KRAFTON, Inc. has announced that PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS update 29.1 is now available on the PC live server. The update includes destructible terrain, the new Ducati collaboration, a new melee weapon and various in-game balance improvements. Destructible Terrain: With this update, the 'Destructible Terrain' feature announced in the PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS 2024 Road

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KRAFTON’S LATEST ‘DARK AND DARKER MOBILE’ TEASER UNVEILS NEW WAYS TO PLAY

2024. 04. 04

The Dungeon Extraction Game’s Launch Is Planned for Later This Year AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS – 4 April, 2023 – KRAFTON, Inc. has released a new teaser trailer for Dark and Darker Mobile, which is being developed by Bluehole Studio. It kicks off what will be a revealing series of looks at the upcoming dungeon extraction game’s medieval low-fantasy world and unique-to-mobile features that Bluehole will share ahead of a planned 2024 launch. As an extraction RPG, Dark and Darker Mobile c

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Defense Derby’s April Update Introduces New Butcher Unit

2024. 03. 28

RisingWings, a creative studio of KRAFTON, Inc., has unveiled its April update for the popular real-time PvP tower defense mobile game, Defense Derby. This update introduces the Butcher, a new physical-type unit from the human faction. As a single-melee dealer, the Butcher possesses a special ability called Bloodthirsty, which increases his attack power and attack speed as the castle’s HP decreases. As the game progresses, especially from mid to late stages, the Butcher becomes increasi

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KRAFTON India Gaming Incubator (KIGI) Launches India’s Next Generation of Game Developers

2024. 03. 15

- Two startups selected from over two hundred applications across India. - The cohort will undergo a customized 6–12-month mentorship program and receive a grant of up to $150,000. New Delhi, 15th March, 2024: KRAFTON India, the maker of BGMI and one of the country’s largest gaming companies, is excited to announce the selection of the inaugural cohort for its recently launched KRAFTON India Gaming Incubator (KIGI). Announced by KRAFTON in October 2023, KIGI aims to provide mentorship fo

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