Kakao Games Signs Global Publishing Deal for 'Guardian Maiden'

Developed by Kong Studios; Targeting Launch Within This Year
Publishing Rights Secured for Korea and Global Markets, Excluding China

Kakao Games announced on July 28, 2026 that it has signed a global publishing agreement for 'Guardian Maiden', which is currently in development by Kong Studios.

'Guardian Maiden'. Provided by Kakao Games

'Guardian Maiden' is a pixel-art-based collectible action role-playing game (RPG) being developed for mobile and PC platforms. The game depicts a fantasy narrative where warriors and maidens form partnerships to stand against evil forces on a vast continent where various races coexist.

Through this agreement, Kakao Games has secured domestic and global publishing rights for 'Guardian Maiden', excluding the Greater China region. The game is currently under development with the aim of an official release within this year.

Lee Siwoo, CEO of Kakao Games, stated, "Kong Studios is a company with an original worldview and strong capabilities in high-quality game development. We will do our utmost to prepare for a successful launch in the global market, once again creating synergy with Kong Studios, our longtime partner."

Seok Gwangwon, CEO of Kong Studios, commented, "We are pleased to be able to introduce 'Guardian Maiden', which incorporates our accumulated experience and expertise in pixel graphics, action combat, and collectible RPG genres, to users around the world. As Kakao Games has proven to be a reliable partner with whom we've collaborated for many years, we will work closely together to deliver a highly polished game."

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