# DRX

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/drx

- Industry: Travel & Leisure
- Headquarters: Seoul, South Korea
- Website: www.drx.gg
- Total disclosed funding: $10M
- Latest round: Series A (Jul 16, 2020)
- Investors on record: 6

## About

DRX Corp. specializes in the esports sector, providing competitive gaming services and products across various genres, including VALORANT and League of Legends, while actively engaging with gaming communities.Founded in 2019 in Seoul, South Korea, DRX Corp. is focused on competitive gaming, operating professional teams in various esports. The company has participated in notable tournaments, including the VCT Pacific circuit. The leadership includes CEOs Jung-moo Park and Seon-il Yang. In November 2022, DRX Corp. raised USD 10.00 mn in a Series A funding round, which marks the entirety of their total amount raised. The investment was sourced from Devsisters Ventures, JS Corporation, Quantum Ventures Korea, Seoul Investment Partners, Shinhan Capital, and WONIK Investment Partners.DRX Corporation is primarily focused on the esports sector, offering a range of competitive gaming services and products across various genres, including VALORANT, League of Legends, Tekken, and Street Fighter. The company operates prominent teams within these gaming communities, participating in high-stakes tournaments such as the VCT Pacific circuit and the HERO ESPORTS Asian Champions League. DRX aims to engage a diverse audience of esports enthusiasts, thereby addressing the demand for competitive gaming entertainment and fostering community involvement through events and activities. Their teams not only compete at a professional level but also engage in social contribution initiatives, enhancing their brand presence in the esports landscape. The primary customer base includes gaming fans and participants in esports tournaments across the Asia-Pacific region, with a focus on markets such as South Korea, Japan, and Southeast Asia.The revenue model of DRX Corporation is structured around competitive gaming and sponsorships, primarily deriving income from partnerships established with brands and organizations within the esports and gaming industries. The company engages in direct-to-consumer transactions through merchandise sales, as well as B2B arrangements with various sponsors who support their teams and events. Revenue may also be generated from media rights and streaming partnerships, promoting the visibility of their teams in high-profile tournaments. DRX leverages its competitive successes, such as championships in VALORANT and fighting games to attract lucrative sponsorship deals, thereby enhancing its financial stability. Specific pricing plans for merchandise and service subscriptions are not detailed; however, revenue from these activities contributes significantly to the operational budget of the organization.In November 2022, DRX Corp. raised USD 10.00 mn in a Series A funding round, which will be used to expand its business. The company aims to introduce new products in the esports space and plans to enter new markets across Asia-Pacific, focusing on regions such as Japan and Southeast Asia. This funding is expected to support these strategic initiatives.

## Funding rounds

- Series A, Jul 16, 2020, $10M — Seoul Investment Partners, Shinhan Capital, WONIK Investment Partners, Devsisters Ventures, Quantum Ventures Korea, JS Corporation

## Investors

- Seoul Investment Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/seoul-investment-partners) — Series A
- Shinhan Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/shinhan-capital) — Series A
- WONIK Investment Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/wonik-investment-partners) — Series A
- Devsisters Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/devsisters-ventures) — Series A
- Quantum Ventures Korea (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/quantum-ventures-korea) — Series A
- JS Corporation — Series A