Tokyo-based game developer Gumi Inc. is making a significant move into the world of digital assets by announcing its plans to acquire 2.5 billion yen (equivalent to $17 million) worth of XRP. This decision, as outlined in an August 29 announcement, will see the purchase spread out over five months from September 2025 through February 2026.
Gumi’s strategic approach goes beyond simply investing in cryptocurrency prices. The company sees XRP’s role in global remittance and liquidity services as a key factor in expanding revenue streams in the finance sector. A translated statement from Gumi reads:
“Our decision to newly acquire XRP this time is not simply in anticipation of price increases, but is a strategic initiative to participate in the XRP ecosystem, which is at the core of the international remittance and liquidity network, and directly link this to expanding revenue opportunities in the financial sector.”
This move follows Gumi’s earlier investment in Bitcoin, where the company purchased 1 billion yen (about $6.8 million) in BTC and staked it using Babylon in the first half of 2025. Gumi, known for games like Brave Frontier, has been active in the blockchain space since its listing on the Tokyo Stock Exchange in 2014, through its venture arm gumi Cryptos Capital.
According to Yahoo Finance data, Gumi’s shares closed down over 2% at 603 yen (over $4).
Dual-prong approach
Gumi’s strategy involves building its blockchain business around two core digital assets: Bitcoin and XRP. The company sees Bitcoin as a universal store of value suitable for staking income and long-term appreciation, while XRP is viewed as an operational asset tied to financial infrastructure that can drive profitability by connecting the company directly to payment rails and liquidity networks.
Combining BTC and XRP as strategic “pillars” is expected to create a solid foundation for Gumi’s blockchain operations and long-term corporate growth.
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