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Kabam business and news from across the web.- RAVEN2 INVITES PLAYERS TO SUMMER VACATION EVENTS WITH SPECIAL REWARDSNetmarble has launched the first Summer Vacation events for its dark fantasy MMORPG RAVEN2, introducing new swimsuit-themed Holy Garments and event dungeons. Players can earn exclusive summer-themed rewards, including rare and heroic grade items. The update also expands game systems with new regions, blending features, and an integrated preset system for managing gameplay settings.
Shop Titans Celebrates 7th Anniversary With Fortunes Unearthed EventKabam is celebrating the seventh anniversary of Shop Titans with its Fortunes Unearthed update, running from June 16 to July 13. The update includes new content like the Tomb of Titans expansion, various Lucky 7 anniversary events, a new card collection, login rewards, giveaways, and a limited-time content pass. Shop Titans is a free-to-play fantasy crafting and adventure RPG available on mobile and PC platforms.
Marvel Contest of Champions studio Kabam lays off unknown number of staff in LA office consolidationKabam, the developer behind Marvel Contest of Champions, has laid off an unspecified number of employees as it consolidates its Los Angeles office. The company stated the decision was not made lightly and that it remains focused on its current projects and partners. This follows previous layoffs at Kabam in 2022 and 2023.
Kabam consolidating LA office and making layoffsKabam, the developer of Marvel Contest of Champions, is consolidating its Los Angeles office, which has resulted in an unspecified number of layoffs. A spokesperson confirmed the operational streamlining but declined to comment on the job cuts. The company acquired its LA presence in 2015 and later had its Vancouver studio and assets, including Marvel Contest of Champions, acquired by Netmarble in 2016.- Celebrate 7 Years of Kabam’s Shop Titans with Massive “Fortunes Unearthed” Content and EventsKabam is celebrating the 7th anniversary of its fantasy crafting and light adventure RPG, Shop Titans, with the "Fortunes Unearthed" content update. The celebration, running from June 16 to July 13, includes new "Tomb of Titans" expansion, "Lucky 7" events, special offers, and login rewards. Shop Titans is available on PC, Steam, Epic Games Store, App Store, and Google Play.
- NETMARBLE’S SOLO LEVELING: KARMA TO TAKE THE STAGE AT ANIME EXPO 2026Netmarble will host a panel for its upcoming roguelite action RPG, Solo Leveling: KARMA, at Anime Expo 2026 on July 4. The panel, titled "Solo Leveling: KARMA - Expanding Universe," will feature English voice actor Aleks Le and the development team, showcasing new gameplay footage and insights into the game's original storyline. The game is currently in development for mobile and PC.
- STONEAGE IDLE ADVENTURE KICKS OFF CELEBRATORY EVENT AHEAD OF 100-DAY LAUNCH MILESTONENetmarble's mobile idle RPG, StoneAge Idle Adventure, is launching a special pre-event to celebrate its upcoming 100th day since launch. Players can earn in-game currency and rewards through login bonuses and commemorative coupon codes until June 18. The game, based on the StoneAge IP, also recently added a new Rate Up Pet named "Kingor".
- SEVEN KNIGHTS RE:BIRTH CONTINUES ITS 1ST ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION WITH NEW HERO “SKULD” AND VARIOUS NEW CONTENTNetmarble has released a new update for its collectible RPG Seven Knights Re:BIRTH to celebrate its 1st anniversary. The update introduces a new Legendary hero named Skuld, the Awakening System for existing heroes, and a new Dedicated Equipment system. Players can also participate in various anniversary events and a new story event focused on Skuld's background.
- NETMARBLE REPORTS FIRST QUARTER 2026 FINANCIAL RESULTSNetmarble reported first quarter 2026 financial results with $444.97 million in revenue and $57.29 million in EBITDA. CEO Byung-gyu Kim noted that while new releases late in the quarter limited their immediate revenue contribution, the company expects accelerated growth in the second quarter. Upcoming titles include expansions for Game of Thrones: Kingsroad and SOL: enchant, with further releases planned for the second half of the year.
- “O'MOK” OF THE NIGHT CROWS ARRIVES IN SEVEN KNIGHTS RE:BIRTHNetmarble has released a new update for its collectible RPG Seven Knights Re:BIRTH, introducing the new Legendary hero O'Mok of the Night Crows. The update also includes a new story event, various in-game events focused on character progression and rewards, new costumes, and system improvements like a Hero Synthesis Wish feature. Seven Knights Re:BIRTH builds upon the original Seven Knights IP with enhanced gameplay features.
- MONGIL: STAR DIVE’S LATEST UPDATE UNVEILS NEW CHARACTER “MINA”Netmarble has released the first post-launch update for its action RPG MONGIL: STAR DIVE, introducing a new five-star fire-attribute Fighter character named "Mina." The update also includes a "Mina" Summoning Event, "Flame That Takes" story content, and quality-of-life improvements such as an event story skip function. MONGIL: STAR DIVE, built with Unreal Engine 5, is a reimagining of a 2013 mobile collectible RPG featuring a three-character tag combat system and a "Monsterling Collection" system.
The Gameplay of GachaGacha games continue to dominate the mobile market due to their integration of popular intellectual properties and engaging role-playing game mechanics. These games leverage psychological elements like the chase and fear of missing out, combined with continuous content updates and competitive features, to maintain player engagement and drive monetization. While some gacha designs can be manipulative, successful titles demonstrate significant investment in ongoing development and player retention strategies.- Blue Archive’s Winter Sky’s Renaissance ~Thesis on Cultural Exchange~ Update LiveThe "Winter Sky’s Renaissance ~Thesis on Cultural Exchange~" update for Blue Archive is now live, featuring new students Takane and Yakumo from Red Winter Federal Academy. The event story follows these students as they attempt to sell books in Trinity General School and concludes on April 20. The article also briefly mentions upcoming releases and updates for Fracture Field, KuloNiku: Bowl Up!, Frostpunk 2: Breach of Trust, Marvel Contest of Champions, Ascenders: Beyond the Peak, and Cooking Simulator 2: Better Together.
- Ruby Thursday and Doctor Bong Coming to Marvel Contest of ChampionsKabam's Marvel Contest of Champions is adding two new villains, Ruby Thursday and Doctor Bong, in April. Ruby Thursday will be available on April 9, while Doctor Bong can be obtained on April 23 or through a Double Track event starting April 8. The game is available on PC via Steam, and mobile devices through the Apple App Store and Google Play Store.
- SEVEN KNIGHTS RE:BIRTH UNLEASHES CELESTIAL GUARDIAN “RANDGRID” IN NEW UPDATENetmarble has released a new update for its collectible RPG Seven Knights Re:BIRTH, introducing the Celestial Guardian hero [Final Pride] Randgrid and the April Fools' hero [Wings of Darkness & Ranch] Deo. The update also features a new story event, "Two Hearts And Undying Memories," a "Instant Deo" mini-game, new costumes, and various in-game events offering rewards.
Shop Titans Heads Into the Jungle With a New Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle EventShop Titans has launched a limited-time in-game event in collaboration with Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle, running from March 24 to April 20. Developed by Kabam, the event introduces themed adventures, craftable gear, a new Content Pass, and community challenges inspired by the film.- RAVEN2 EXPANDS ITS DARK FANTASY WORLD WITH THE INTRODUCTION OF THE “WALTHEN EMPIRE”Netmarble has released a major update for its dark fantasy MMORPG RAVEN2, introducing the new "Walthen Empire" region. This update adds four new areas, a new field boss, and various in-game events offering players numerous summon chances and rewards. A new growth feature called "Weapon Resonance" has also been implemented.
- SEVEN KNIGHTS RE:BIRTH TEAMS UP WITH SOLO LEVELING IN EPIC CROSSOVER UPDATENetmarble has announced a crossover update for its collectible RPG Seven Knights Re:BIRTH, featuring characters and content from the popular anime series Solo Leveling. The update introduces new heroes like Sung Jinwoo and Cha Hae-In, along with in-game events and a new challenge mode called Sudden Raid. This collaboration aims to enhance the gameplay experience by integrating elements from both franchises.
- SEVEN KNIGHTS IDLE ADVENTURE CELEBRATES ITS 2.5TH ANNIVERSARY WITH NEW HERO AND MAJOR IN-GAME UPDATENetmarble has launched a major update for SEVEN KNIGHTS IDLE ADVENTURE to celebrate its 2.5th anniversary, introducing a new Legendary hero, "On Stage Dellons," and various limited-time in-game events. The update includes special check-in rewards, a chance to win in-game currency, and new challenge passes and dungeons.
- SEVEN KNIGHTS RE:BIRTH UNVEILS FIRST-EVER COLLABORATION WITH SOLO LEVELINGNetmarble announced that its collectible RPG Seven Knights Re:BIRTH will feature its first-ever collaboration with the anime series Solo Leveling. A teaser video for the crossover, scheduled for release on March 19, has been released, with further content and a social media event planned. The collaboration aims to engage players and celebrate the game's first major crossover since its launch.