PearlAbyss Corp. Reports Operating Profit of 67.6 Billion Won… Up 7,411% Year-Over-Year, a “Huge Jump”
Revenue of 192.6 billion won, operating profit of 67.6 billion won,
Revenue rose 247.7% year-over-year
Preparations Underway for "Red Desert" DLL, Targeting a Release Within the Year
'Nintendo Switch 2' Model Targets First Half of Next Year for Release
[Edaily Reporter An Yu-ri ] PearlAbyss Corp.(263750)reported a 7,411% year-over-year increase in operating profit for the second quarter of 2026, driven by the success of *Red Desert*.
PearlAbyss Corp. announced that for the second quarter of 2026, on a consolidated basis, it recorded revenue of 192.6 billion won, operating profit of 67.6 billion won, and net income of 70.9 billion won.
The company continued to post solid results as the global success of its new title, *Red Desert*, persisted. Revenue increased by 247.7% year-over-year, operating profit rose by 7,411.1% year-over-year, and net income turned to a profit compared to the same period last year.
Overseas revenue accounted for 91% of total revenue in the second quarter. North America and Europe accounted for 75% of this figure, driving the global success of *Red Desert*. Revenue by IP was 55 billion won for *Black Desert* and 136.1 billion won for *Red Desert*.
Since its launch, *Red Desert* has introduced new gameplay experiences through continuous updates based on user feedback. The company plans to enhance the IP’s value through content expansion, including storyline enhancements and new updates.
PearlAbyss Corp. plans to implement various follow-up strategies to ensure the long-term success of *Red Desert*. △DLC (Downloadable Content) is currently in the stage of reviewing content direction and polish, with preparations underway for a release within the year. △The *Red Desert* Nintendo Switch 2 version is focusing on performance optimization, targeting a release in the first half of 2027. △Discounts are a key sales strategy for the game, and preparations are currently underway based on existing plans.
To commemorate the 10th anniversary of *Black Desert* PC’s service in North America and Europe, the company successfully hosted the “2026 Black Desert Heidel Banquet” in the United States. The event unveiled the new “Agent” class, the “Edania Part 2” region expansion, and graphical technology updates. *Black Desert* Mobile and Console continued to provide stable live service based on consistent content updates.
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