NetDragon Websoft
NetDragon Websoft, founded in 1999 and headquartered in Fuzhou, China, operates in the online gaming and mobile internet industries, and is listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol 0777.
Company History
NetDragon Websoft was founded in 1999 and is headquartered in Fuzhou, China. The company has grown to become a staple in the online gaming and mobile internet industries. It developed one of China's leading online gaming portals, 17173.com, which has been influential in the sector. NetDragon Websoft went public and is listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol 0777.
Game Development and Publishing
NetDragon Websoft develops and publishes a variety of 2D, 2.5D, and 3D gaming products available in multiple languages. Their games reach audiences in over 180 countries. The company owns self-developed C3 and S3 game engines, which are integral to their game development process. NetDragon’s gaming products have earned them numerous national industry awards, including the 'Overseas Expansion Award for National Games.'
Mobile Internet Ventures
In the mobile internet arena, NetDragon Websoft created 91 Wireless, a significant mobile platform that gained enough traction to be sold to Baidu for $1.9 billion in 2013. This move marked a notable milestone in the company's history, showcasing its innovative capabilities and market influence within the mobile internet industry.
Digital Education Transformation
NetDragon Websoft is also engaged in digital education transformation by providing hardware, software, platforms, and resources for various educational levels. The company integrates advanced technologies such as VR, AR, AI, 3D, and Big Data into educational solutions. They operate the NetDragon Unreal Engine Training Center in Fujian, China, and have acquired educational companies like Promethean, JumpStart, and Edmodo to bolster their offerings.
Global Acquisitions
NetDragon Websoft has expanded its influence through strategic acquisitions. The company acquired Promethean, known for innovative interactive learning technology, and JumpStart, a leader in educational games for children. Additionally, NetDragon acquired Edmodo, a global learning community boasting over 150 million registered users, further cementing its role in the education sector.