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Krafton Launches Resignation Program Amid AI Shift

11/14/2025

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Story summary

Krafton, South Korean publisher of PUBG and Subnautica 2, announced November 12 a voluntary resignation program as part of its shift to an AI-first company.
Severance ranges from six months to three years' salary by tenure.
The move follows Krafton's record quarterly profits of 1.052 trillion won ($717 million).
Krafton has paused hiring in non-AI roles.
Krafton faces a legal dispute with former Subnautica 2 developers over wrongful termination.

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Historical Context

South Korea's gaming industry has rapidly expanded, generating around $6.5 billion in 2020. Krafton, established in November 2018, reported record profits of 1.052 trillion won ($717 million) in 2023. The company's shift to an AI-first model reflects a broader trend in technology, potentially reshaping employment in gaming, as evidenced by its voluntary resignation program offering severance based on tenure.

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Story summary

Krafton, South Korean publisher of PUBG and Subnautica 2, announced November 12 a voluntary resignation program as part of its shift to an AI-first company.
Severance ranges from six months to three years' salary by tenure.
The move follows Krafton's record quarterly profits of 1.052 trillion won ($717 million).
Krafton has paused hiring in non-AI roles.
Krafton faces a legal dispute with former Subnautica 2 developers over wrongful termination.

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