Konami reported a record-breaking increase in profits for the past fiscal year, leading to their most successful year yet, in an earnings report released Thursday.
For the fiscal year that ended March 31, 2018, Konami reported overall revenue of ¥239,497 million yen ($2.19 billion Usd), an increase of 4.2% from the past fiscal year. Of the revenue generated over the past year, ¥120,250 million ($1.1 billion Usd) is from what Konami classifies as digital entertainment: mobile games, card games, and computer/video games.
Even factoring in operating costs of Konami Holdings Corporation, the company made a profit of ¥45,181 million yen ($413 million Usd), an increase of 24.3% from the previous year.
In the report, Konami credits the popularity of “Pro Evolution Soccer: 2018” in North American markets for the increase in earnings this year. “Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Links,” the mobile game version of the trading card game, notably “surpassed 65 million downloads worldwide.” Konami’s report briefly mentions the release of “Metal Gear Survive,...
For the fiscal year that ended March 31, 2018, Konami reported overall revenue of ¥239,497 million yen ($2.19 billion Usd), an increase of 4.2% from the past fiscal year. Of the revenue generated over the past year, ¥120,250 million ($1.1 billion Usd) is from what Konami classifies as digital entertainment: mobile games, card games, and computer/video games.
Even factoring in operating costs of Konami Holdings Corporation, the company made a profit of ¥45,181 million yen ($413 million Usd), an increase of 24.3% from the previous year.
In the report, Konami credits the popularity of “Pro Evolution Soccer: 2018” in North American markets for the increase in earnings this year. “Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Links,” the mobile game version of the trading card game, notably “surpassed 65 million downloads worldwide.” Konami’s report briefly mentions the release of “Metal Gear Survive,...
- 5/11/2018
- by Liz Lanier
- Variety Film + TV
Video game publisher Konami revealed details and a release date for the next entry in its “Pro Evolution Soccer” franchise on Wednesday.
“Pes 2019” comes out Aug. 28 on PlayStation 4 and Xbox One. A PC version will launch Aug. 30. It will be available in two physical editions: a standard edition with Philippe Coutinho on the front cover and a special edition with David Beckham. Konami is also releasing a digital-only Legend edition with extra myClub content.
Although Konami recently ended a 10-year partnership with the Union of European Football Associations (UEFA), it said “Pes 2019” will have more fully licensed leagues and stadiums, more club licensed partnerships, and a host of new Legends that will be announced in weeks to come.
“Pes 2019” brings new features and changes, including a myClub revamp. Player cards are getting a new look and changes to the way players build their squads. There’s also now a Visible Fatigue shooting mechanic,...
“Pes 2019” comes out Aug. 28 on PlayStation 4 and Xbox One. A PC version will launch Aug. 30. It will be available in two physical editions: a standard edition with Philippe Coutinho on the front cover and a special edition with David Beckham. Konami is also releasing a digital-only Legend edition with extra myClub content.
Although Konami recently ended a 10-year partnership with the Union of European Football Associations (UEFA), it said “Pes 2019” will have more fully licensed leagues and stadiums, more club licensed partnerships, and a host of new Legends that will be announced in weeks to come.
“Pes 2019” brings new features and changes, including a myClub revamp. Player cards are getting a new look and changes to the way players build their squads. There’s also now a Visible Fatigue shooting mechanic,...
- 5/9/2018
- by Stefanie Fogel
- Variety Film + TV
IMDb.com, Inc. takes no responsibility for the content or accuracy of the above news articles, Tweets, or blog posts. This content is published for the entertainment of our users only. The news articles, Tweets, and blog posts do not represent IMDb's opinions nor can we guarantee that the reporting therein is completely factual. Please visit the source responsible for the item in question to report any concerns you may have regarding content or accuracy.