NCSOFT

NCSOFT

World's Premier Publisher of MMO Games. Learn more

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Market cap
$3.0b
Enterprise valuation
$1.9b (Public information from Sep 2024)
Seoul South Korea (HQ)

Financials

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Revenues, earnings & profits over time
KRW2020202120222023202420252026
Revenues2.4t2.3t2.6t1.8t1.6b1.9b2.1b
% growth42 %(4 %)11 %(31 %)(100 %)18 %10 %
EBITDA909.7b551.0b805.8b342.0b189m333m383m
% EBITDA margin38 %24 %31 %19 %12 %18 %19 %
Profit587.4b396.9b435.7b212.1b183m230m266m
% profit margin24 %17 %17 %12 %12 %12 %13 %
EV / revenue0.0x0.0x--1.5x1.2x1.0x
EV / EBITDA0.0x0.0x0.0x0.0x12.8x6.6x5.3x
R&D budget381.5b428.8b473.0b----
R&D % of revenue16 %19 %18 %----

Source: Dealroom estimates

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NCSOFT, founded in 1997 and based in Seoul, South Korea, is a prominent player in the global gaming industry. The company is renowned for publishing some of the most successful and influential massively multiplayer online games (MMOs). These are games where a large number of players interact with each other in a virtual world. NCSOFT's American branch, NC America, oversees the company's portfolio, initiatives, and game services across the Americas, Europe, Australia, and New Zealand.

NCSOFT serves a diverse clientele, primarily targeting gamers who enjoy immersive online experiences. These clients range from casual players to hardcore gaming enthusiasts. The company operates in the digital entertainment market, which is a rapidly growing sector driven by advancements in technology and increasing internet accessibility.

The business model of NCSOFT revolves around the development, publishing, and operation of online games. They generate revenue through various streams, including game sales, in-game purchases, and subscription fees. In-game purchases allow players to buy virtual goods or enhancements, while subscription fees provide access to premium content or services. Additionally, NCSOFT may earn money through partnerships and collaborations with other companies in the gaming and tech industries.

In summary, NCSOFT is a leading global gaming publisher known for its massively multiplayer online games. It serves a wide range of gamers across multiple regions and makes money through game sales, in-game purchases, and subscriptions.

Keywords: Gaming, Publisher, MMOs, Online Games, Virtual Worlds, Gamers, Digital Entertainment, Revenue Streams, Global Market, Technology.

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Investments by NCSOFT

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Sensible Object
ACQUISITION by Niantic Jun 2019
ArenaNet
ACQUISITION by NCSOFT Dec 2002
Carbine Studios
ACQUISITION by NCSOFT Oct 2007
Destination Games
ACQUISITION by NCSOFT May 2001
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