Netmarble announced plans to release 13 new games in 2027, supported by an artificial intelligence (AI)-based work environment that aims to ensure stable development, launch, and service operations for multiple titles.
During a conference call on November 5, CEO Kim Byung-kyu stated that while releasing 10 titles is a significant number, it is entirely feasible. The company plans to launch titles such as 'Shangri-La Frontier: The Seven Strongest Species' and 'Solo Leveling: Karma' next year. Some games originally scheduled for release in the second half of this year have been postponed to 2027.
Of the 13 titles, 10 will be self-published by Netmarble, while the remaining three will be released by overseas subsidiaries, including those in China.
In response to concerns about the company's declining profitability and the feasibility of launching multiple new titles simultaneously, Kim emphasized that the AI-native work environment enables such an undertaking. He noted that the AI framework has been integrated not only into development but also into the launch and service processes.
Kim highlighted that Netmarble's structure allows for multiple games to be developed in-house, providing ample opportunity to validate the effectiveness of the AI-driven development approach. He expressed confidence that this would lead to meaningful results.
Regarding the delays in this year's game releases, Kim explained that Netmarble has focused on differentiating existing genres rather than pioneering new ones. He cited the need for additional work to enhance the quality and stability of services for games like 'Mongil: Star Dive' and 'The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin,' which were released this year.
Looking ahead, Kim emphasized a selective and focused multi-platform strategy tailored to the characteristics of each game. He stated that while the fundamental strategy of pursuing multi-platform releases remains unchanged, the company has determined that simultaneous launches across multiple platforms may not always be beneficial.
On November 4, Netmarble officially launched the console version of the role-playing game 'Solo Leveling: Arise Overdrive,' expanding its platform offerings after starting global service for the PC version last November and diversifying to PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.
He concluded by reiterating that while the multi-platform strategy will continue, simultaneous launches will not be mandatory. Instead, the company will assess which platforms are most suitable for each game and determine the most effective timing for releases.
* This article has been translated by AI.
Copyright ⓒ Aju Press All rights reserved.