Netmarble has officially kicked off its 25th intake of the 'Marvel Challenger' programme, a student-focused initiative designed to foster talent for the industry.

Marvel Challenger is aimed at university students who have a genuine passion for gaming and a keen eye for new media. Since its inception in 2013, the programme has seen 225 participants graduate, with 60% of those eligible for employment landing roles within the gaming sector.

Over the next six months until August, this 25th cohort will gain hands-on experience with real-world tasks. This includes planning and creating content for YouTube and Instagram, writing for the official Marvel Challenger blog, analyzing gaming industry trend reports, and assisting in the planning and execution of Netmarble's various on and offline events.

In addition to a certificate of completion, participants receive a monthly stipend. Graduates are also granted preferential treatment when applying for roles at Netmarble in the future, alongside valuable mentoring from industry professionals.

Kim Dong-hwan, head of the Netmarble Creator Strategy Team, stated, "The 25th Marvel Challenger cohort will gain hands-on experience by linking their work to the promotion of our upcoming title, The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin. They will be diving into short-form video production, AI-utilized content planning, and creator collaborations to sharpen their industry skills." He added, "I hope this provides a meaningful environment for students interested in the game industry to grow in a setting similar to the actual workplace."