Korea Investment Partners

Korea Investment Partners is a prominent venture capital and private equity firm based in Seoul, South Korea, with over 30 years of experience in the investment sector. Founded in 1986, the firm focuses on supporting bold and innovative entrepreneurs across various industries, including biotechnology, healthcare, interactive content, media, consumer internet, financial technology, information and communication technology, digitalization, semiconductor, and industrial sectors. Korea Investment Partners has established a strong track record by investing in notable companies such as Kakao, Naver, YG Entertainment, Bodyfriend, and Didi Chuxing. The firm manages more than 20 venture and private equity funds, with total assets under management amounting to approximately $1.8 billion. In addition to its headquarters in Seoul, Korea Investment Partners has offices in Shanghai, Beijing, and Sunnyvale, allowing it to operate on a global scale.

Kim Jong -hyun

Director

Jihyun An

Principal of Venture Group 2

Yer Hyun Baek

President

In Jae Baek

Principal of Venture Group 1

Haksung Chang

Managing Director and Head, PE

Henry Choi

Principal

Yan Hao Chong

Principal, Singapore

Yeong Mok Gil

Senior Principal

Hudson Kyung-sik Ho

Head of KIP China / Executive Director

Jingzhi Hu

Managing Partner

Man Soon Hwang

CEO

Joon Hyun

Vice President

Sang Hyuk Jang

Principal

Soon Ouk Jung

Executive Director of Venture Group 2

Seung-hi Kang

Director of Venture Group 1

Kun Ho Kim

Principal

Jae Hong Kim

Executive Director

Yong Jae Kim

Executive Director

Min Q Kim

Director

Yunjoon Kim Ph.D

Managing Director of Venture Group 1

Dong Yeob Kim

Executive Director and Chief Investment Officer

Su Chan Kwon

Principal of Venture Group 2

Sang Jin Lee

Principal

Young Tak Lee

Director, Private Equity

Ji soo Lee

Director of Venture Group 1

Michael Lee

Executive Director of Venture Group 1

Sangwoo Lee

Director - Investments

Min Sik Park

Director

Sang Ho Park

Executive Director

Deok Joon Shin

Director

Dong Hyun Song

Principal

Benjamin Hyun Mok Song

Principal of Venture Group 2

Jerry Xu

Director and Principal

Clara Yoon

Principal

Past deals in Video Games

Bitmagic

Seed Round in 2024
Bitmagic creates a game concept, and it builds a background story and creates an immersive 3D world.

Noctua Games

Venture Round in 2024
Noctua Games develops the next level of mobile games, is an official platform from ATTN.

Order of Meta

Seed Round in 2024
Order of Meta is a gaming studio brought to professional game creators, unique specialists who have created more than one project in the mid-core and hardcore genres.

Aloha Factory

Series A in 2022
Aloha Factory develops hyper-casual games, that are easy and intuitive, so anyone can play them.

Monday OFF

Series A in 2022
Monday OFF is a mobile game developer and publisher located in South Korea.

Loco

Series A in 2022
Loco is an Indian game streaming platform that focuses on creating multiplayer social communities for gamers. It allows users to connect with the public through live streams and arcade games, providing a space for players to showcase their skills. The platform is designed to enhance the gaming experience by enabling interaction with audiences and offering gameplay rewards, thereby maximizing engagement within the global gaming industry.

Loadcomplete

Series B in 2022
Loadcomplete is a South Korean developer of social and mobile games, founded in December 2009. The company specializes in creating engaging games for light-core to mid-core audiences, leveraging the latest technologies to foster a social gaming environment. Notable titles in its portfolio include Tap Tap Heroes, Disco Panda, Bumping Bears, Play Kale, Trino, and Blue Heart, all available on iOS and Android platforms. Loadcomplete aims to provide enjoyable experiences for game enthusiasts through its innovative and entertaining offerings.

Spatial

Series B in 2021
Spatial is a gaming platform where millions of creators build and share fun and inspiring experiences that bring people together across web, mobile, and VR. Our goal is to change the way we share fun experiences, tell stories, and make friends. Today, videos are the most common way to talk and share things online, but often people end up just watching and not interacting. We want the internet to be a more playful and social place. This change is already happening in the world of gaming. We want to accelerate this by making it easier for everyone to create, share, and play fun games with their friends. Just like YouTube did for videos. To turn this vision into reality, we are currently focused on the following three pillars: - Creator Toolkit: a dynamic extension of Unity, the most widely adopted game engine globally. We provide you with easy tools and useful templates so you can focus on what matters most - creating fun games that bring people together. - Virtual Economy (beta): enabling the sale of digital items, avatar enhancements, and power-ups. We’re proud to provide a creator-friendly revenue share that outperforms our competitors, putting more money in your pocket. - Multi-Platform: the only platform where your games are published across web, mobile, and VR, ensuring you reach every player on every device.

1939

Venture Round in 2021
1939 Games is an independent game development studio located in Reykjavik, Iceland, specializing in World War II-themed gaming experiences. Founded in 2015 by former CCP veterans, the studio is currently focused on its flagship project, KARDS, a digital collectible card game. This game combines elements typical of the card game genre with the immersive aspects of classic WWII gaming, aiming to create an engaging and action-packed experience for players. By merging historical facts with gameplay, 1939 Games seeks to provide a unique platform that offers both entertainment and educational value related to significant historical events.

GameTales

Seed Round in 2021
Gametales is a game development company that specializes in creating mobile, online, and PC games. The company has developed a platform aimed at organizing gaming leagues for both amateur and professional players. This platform offers a virtual reality experience and features a diverse range of games and gaming tournaments. By providing opportunities for game enthusiasts to showcase their skills, Gametales enables players to compete for prizes, fostering a competitive gaming environment.

Monday OFF

Seed Round in 2021
Monday OFF is a mobile game developer and publisher located in South Korea.

Aloha Factory

Seed Round in 2021
Aloha Factory develops hyper-casual games, that are easy and intuitive, so anyone can play them.

RoyalCrow

Venture Round in 2019
RoyalCrow is a game development studio that focuses on creating military-themed software and multiplayer shooting games. The company specializes in designing action-shooting games that feature open-world environments, emphasizing team play and strategic battles for resources in contaminated areas. With a commitment to delivering engaging gaming experiences, RoyalCrow aims to capture the interest of players who enjoy tactical gameplay in military settings.

Armada Interactive

Seed Round in 2017
Armada Interactive is a gaming startup focused on developing next-generation core mobile games. The company aims to create a unique mobile gaming experience that challenges players while also providing entertainment. Armada Interactive seeks to ensure that mobile accessibility does not compromise game quality, striving to elevate the standards of mobile gaming.

Super Evil Megacorp

Series B in 2015
Super Evil Megacorp is a developer of gaming platforms that focuses on creating high-quality video games for mobile devices and tablets. The company aims to deliver category-defining multiplayer experiences tailored for touchscreen users, emphasizing graphical fidelity and engaging gameplay. Its platform enables users to enjoy both single and multiplayer games, featuring special effects and a commitment to technical and design excellence. Through its innovative approach, Super Evil Megacorp seeks to foster shared gameplay moments among players, enhancing the overall gaming experience.

Seriously

Series A in 2015
Seriously is a developer and manufacturer of mobile games for ios and android platforms. They combine a world-class creative team with a mobile=first experience to develop brands that can make a difference. It builds global entertainment franchises that come to life first as best-in-class mobile games. It was founded in 2013 and is based in Santa Monica, CA. USA.

Cocoonbeat

Private Equity Round in 2015
Cocoonbeat is a mobile game studio based in South Korea, specializing in the development of slingshot action games. The company offers a diverse range of gaming experiences, including RPG and CRUSH, allowing users to access various types of games at an affordable price. Cocoonbeat focuses on creating engaging and entertaining gameplay, catering to a wide audience of mobile gamers.
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