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Kakao Games
Kakao Games was founded in 2013 by Kim Beom-su as the gaming arm of Kakao Corp, which retains a 41.1 percent controlling stake. The company develops and...
Kakao Games
Kakao Games was founded in 2013 by Kim Beom-su as the gaming arm of Kakao Corp, which retains a 41.1 percent controlling stake. The company develops and publishes titles across multiple platforms while pursuing investments in related technologies. Asset allocation centers on direct ownership of game studios and blockchain infrastructure. Confirmed positions include a 54.95 percent stake in Lionheart Studio and full ownership of Metabora, alongside a 42.53 percent holding in Neptune Co. The firm also maintains exposure to the BORA token on the Klaytn network and a node validation role in the Oasys blockchain. Geographic reach covers South Korea headquarters operations plus offices and partnerships in China, Japan, the Netherlands, and the United States. Public market capitalization stands at $1.48 billion. The company employs legal counsel from Kim & Chang and Lee & Ko and retains Samjong KPMG as auditor. In November 2023 it received the Social Contribution Excellence Award at the Korea Game Awards. Kakao Games functions as a listed corporate vehicle rather than a dedicated fund manager, with investment decisions tied to the broader Kakao Corp governance structure and its 2021 Brian Impact Foundation vehicle.
General information
Firm type
Corporate Investor
Year founded
2013
AUM
1483 (per firm public filings)
Location
Region
Asia
Country
South Korea
City
Seongnam-si
Corporate office
14th Floor, Alpha Dome Tower, 152, Pangyoyeok-ro Bundang-gu, Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea
Additional offices
Irvine, California, United States
Principals
Kim Beom-su
Founder
Sector focus
Frequently asked questions
Who controls investment decisions at Kakao Games?
Decisions sit with Kakao Corp leadership under founder Kim Beom-su. The firm executes through direct subsidiary ownership and token holdings rather than external fund commitments.
What asset classes does Kakao Games deploy into?
Capital targets game studios, blockchain networks, and metaverse projects. Positions include controlling stakes in Lionheart Studio and Metabora plus exposure to BORA and OAS tokens.
Does Kakao Games commit to external funds or only direct deals?
Activity centers on direct ownership and co-investments in operating companies. No external fund commitments appear in disclosed records.
Which regions does Kakao Games cover?
Core operations remain in South Korea with additional offices and partnerships in China, Japan, the Netherlands, and the United States.
How is Kakao Games related to Kakao Corp?
Kakao Corp holds a 41.1 percent stake and serves as the parent company. Kim Beom-su founded the broader Kakao ecosystem that includes the gaming unit.
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