Krafton has reached a significant milestone, achieving revenues of over $2 billion for the first time in its history in 2025. The Korean gaming company reported a remarkable 22.8% increase in earnings, significantly driven by the success of its PUBG franchise, which experienced substantial growth.
Krafton’s Financial Highlights for 2025
The company’s operating profit also saw an uptick, reaching $717.5 million. A breakdown of revenue sources is as follows:
- Mobile: $1.1 billion
- PC: $751 million
- Console: $29 million
- Other business segments: $245 million
The performance from the mobile segment was particularly noteworthy, accounting for a significant portion of Krafton’s total revenue. The PUBG: Battlegrounds intellectual property reported impressive growth, with a 16% year-over-year increase in revenue from the PC platform.
User Engagement and Product Development
Krafton has seen enhanced user engagement, thanks in part to collaborations with various artists and luxury brands. Both Inzoi and Mimesis have contributed positively to the company’s bottom line, with each surpassing one million units sold. Fourth-quarter revenues for the PC market reached $196.4 million, marking a 24.4% increase compared to the previous year.
On the mobile front, PUBG achieved record growth with the introduction of new themed modes and updates. The game also benefited from cross-platform collaborations with both PC and console versions. Battlegrounds Mobile India maintained stable performance, while both PUBG variants observed increases in their paying user base of 5% and 27% respectively.
Future Outlook
Krafton is strategically positioning itself for the future. The company plans to expand its franchise portfolios with long-term product life cycles. Additionally, it is transitioning towards an “AI-first company,” as part of a broader initiative announced in October 2023. Currently, Krafton has 15 projects in the pipeline, backed by innovative leadership and small, skilled teams.
Shareholder Return Strategy
In a move to enhance shareholder value, Krafton has introduced its largest shareholder return program to date. This program will allocate $205 million in dividend payouts and will involve repurchasing and canceling shares worth over $478 million. An initial buyback of $136.6 million is set to commence on February 10, 2026.
CEO CH Kim expressed the company’s commitment to creating sustainable long-term value through strategic investments and unique gaming development. Krafton aims to leverage its financial strength and robust cash flow to achieve these goals.
