By Sagar V. Mankar Japanese gaming company, Konami Group’s latest financial report reveals a complex picture of the company’s performance across its various divisions in the first half of fiscal year 2025. While the gaming and systems segment experienced a minor setback, the overall group demonstrated remarkable growth, painting an optimistic picture for investors and industry observers alike.
H1 FY25 Highlights:
- Total Revenue: JPY184.08 billion (up 19.7% year-over-year)
- Total Profit: JPY49.8 billion (up 40.6% year-over-year)
- Digital Entertainment Revenue: JPY131.6 billion (up 28.9%)
- Digital Entertainment Profit Margin: Improved from 30% to 35%
Star Performers
eFootball continues to be the standout performer in Konami’s portfolio, showing sustained strong performance through:
- Strategic major updates that enhanced the gameplay experience
- Introduction of new features that resonated with the player base
- The successful hosting of the eFootball Championship 2024 World Finals
The company also made significant strides in other areas:
- Launched eBaseball: MLB PRO SPIRIT featuring star player Shohei Ohtani
- Successfully organized the Yu-Gi-Oh! World Championship in Seattle
- Maintained strong performance across existing mobile game titles
Recent Success: Silent Hill 2 Remake
October 2024 marked a triumphant return for one of gaming’s most iconic horror franchises. The Silent Hill 2 remake, developed in collaboration with Bloober Team, has achieved remarkable success:
- Sold one million copies within just three days of release
- Available on PlayStation 5 and PC platforms
- Outperformed the original game’s sales figures
- Received significant player engagement and market attention
Anticipated Future Releases
Konami’s upcoming game lineup shows strong potential for continued growth:
Confirmed Release Dates:
- Suikoden I&II HD Remaster – March 2025 (Multiple platforms)
- Metal Gear Solid Δ: Snake Eater – 2025 (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Steam)
In Development:
- SILENT HILL: Townfall – Release date to be announced
- SILENT HILL f – Release date to be announced
Road Ahead
Despite challenges in the traditional gaming systems division, the company’s overall trajectory remains strongly positive, supported by robust digital entertainment performance and strategic market positioning.