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Square Enix achieved record financial performance in FY2004, with net sales rising 16.9% to ¥73.86 billion and net income more than tripling to ¥14.93 billion.
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The company maintains a strong balance sheet with an 82.7% equity ratio, over ¥81 billion in cash, and zero interest-bearing debt.
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Digital segments experienced rapid growth, with mobile content revenue increasing by 63.2% and online gaming revenue by 55.2%, supported by Final Fantasy XI reaching 500,000 global subscribers.
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Offline console games remain the primary revenue driver, led by Dragon Quest VIII, which generated ¥41 billion in sales from 3.6 million units.
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Management is implementing a 'Polymorphic Content' strategy to mitigate rising development costs by deploying intellectual property across mobile, online, and traditional media platforms.
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The company is prioritizing technical infrastructure for digital expansion, evidenced by the ¥17.9 billion in capitalized software development costs and the acquisition of UIEvolution.
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While Japan accounts for 82% of total sales, the company is actively expanding its international presence through the establishment of Square Enix (China) and increased foreign shareholding.