GRAVITY Co., Ltd. is a leading publicly traded South Korean video game corporation currently listed on the NASDAQ as GRVY. GRAVITY was established in April 2000 by Hyun Chul Kim and Jung Ryool Kim. The company has since established itself as a competitive force in the world of video games, with an extensive portfolio featuring a number of highly popular and successful games. Its fame is largely attributed to the success of its flagship multiplayer online role-playing game (MMORPG), Ragnarok Online.
Ragnarok Online is one of the defining MMORPGs of the early 2000s. Through a combination of charmingly designed graphics, an immersive storyline, and a vibrant soundtrack by renowned Korean composer SoundTeMP, Ragnarok Online quickly gained a massive global following. The game has been praised for its unique 'job system', influencing RPG titles that followed it. Since its inception, Ragnarok Online has been localized into over 80 countries worldwide.
In addition to Ragnarok Online, GRAVITY Co., Ltd. has expanded its game portfolio to include sequels (Ragnarok Online 2), mobile versions (Ragnarok M: Eternal Love), different genres such as tactical RPG (Ragnarok Tactics) and even a battle royale style game (Ragnarok Battle Academy). This showcases the company’s innovative approach and commitment towards expanding and transforming the Ragnarok universe to meet the changing tastes of global gamers.
Aside from games, the company has developed merchandise and other related products like soundtracks, manga adaptations authored by Lee Myung-jin and an anime series. Taking its MMORPG beyond the digital space reflects the company's effort to create a broader multi-platform entertainment ecosystem.
Moreover, GRAVITY’s impact stretches beyond the Asian gaming market. Through its subsidiary in the United States, Gravity Interactive, Inc., it has extended its reach to Americas, where it introduces and operates its online games.
To stay on top of the increasingly competitive global gaming industry, GRAVITY is continuously seeking ways to evolve. The company upholds its philosophy of creating fun and imaginative online games, persistently investing in research and development, and making the necessary transitions to cater to emerging trends and technologies.
The success of GRAVITY Co., Ltd. is a combined result of strong IPs, rich gaming content and creative approaches to reach and engage with players all over the world. This is a testament to its enduring vision that places the gaming experience at the heart of their operations, making them an influential player in the global gaming industry.