Nexon has announced one of the strongest quarterly performances in its history, reporting a 65% year‑over‑year revenue increase that pushed the company to ₩3.1 trillion in revenue for the period. The surge was fueled primarily by the unexpected and sustained success of Arc Raiders, which has rapidly become one of the publisher’s most profitable new IP launches in years.
📈 A Blockbuster Quarter for Nexon
According to the company’s financial briefing, Arc Raiders exceeded internal forecasts across every major metric, including:
- Daily active users
- Player retention
- In‑game spending
- Regional engagement, particularly in North America and Europe
The title’s hybrid PvPvE structure and seasonal content cadence have reportedly kept engagement high, contributing to a steady stream of microtransaction revenue.
Nexon also cited continued stability from long‑running franchises such as MapleStory, Dungeon Fighter Online, and Blue Archive, but emphasized that Arc Raiders was the primary driver of this year’s dramatic revenue jump.
💵 Revenue Converted to USD
Nexon reported ₩3.1 trillion in revenue.
Using a typical 2025 exchange rate approximation (₩1,300 KRW ≈ $1 USD):
₩3.1 trillion KRW ≈ $2.38 billion USD
This places Nexon among the highest‑earning publishers of the year, rivaling Western giants in quarterly performance.
🎮 Arc Raiders Becomes Nexon’s New Flagship
Originally revealed years earlier with mixed expectations, Arc Raiders has transformed into a breakout hit thanks to:
- A shift toward a more extraction‑shooter‑style gameplay loop
- Strong post‑launch support
- Cross‑platform availability
- A free‑to‑play model that encourages rapid adoption
Industry analysts note that Nexon’s pivot toward global‑first live‑service titles appears to be paying off, with Arc Raiders now positioned as a long‑term franchise.
🧭 Looking Ahead
Nexon plans to expand Arc Raiders with new seasonal content, additional modes, and broader esports‑style competitive events. The company also hinted at further investment in large‑scale, cross‑platform live‑service games—an area where it sees significant growth potential.
If the momentum continues, Nexon could be on track for one of its strongest fiscal years ever.
