As I couldn't find any specific information about this particular build, I can only speculate about its history. However, I can share a general story about GOM Player.
You're referring to a specific version of GOM Player!
GOM Player was first released in 2003 by Gretech Corporation, a South Korean company. The software was designed to be a lightweight, user-friendly media player that could play a wide range of file formats. Over the years, GOM Player gained popularity worldwide, and its developers continued to update and improve the software.