Founded in 1994 and headquartered in Tokyo, NEXON Co., Ltd. is a global leader in the production, development, and publishing of online games. Listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange in December 2011, Nexon is a constituent of the Nikkei 225 index. The company operates a diverse portfolio of over 40 games, including iconic franchises such as MapleStory, Dungeon&Fighter, and Mabinogi, across multiple platforms including PC, mobile, and consoles in more than 190 countries and regions. By fully acquiring Sweden-based Embark Studios in 2021, Nexon continues to accelerate its global expansion and strengthen its creative capabilities to deliver immersive virtual worlds to players worldwide.
Nexon is executing its "IP Growth Strategy," focusing on the vertical expansion of core franchises and horizontal creation of new pillars like ARC Raiders. Supported by robust performance, Nexon’s H1 2026 revenue grew 17.4% YoY to JPY 273.3 billion, backed by a JPY 842 billion cash balance and a JPY 324 billion ($2B) special dividend. For the nine-month period ending September 30, 2026, Nexon forecasts JPY 394.0 to 406.7 billion in revenue. Nexon aims to optimize capital efficiency, target an ROE over 10%, and strictly control costs.
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