FY2015 Annual Business Report: MIXI

The FY2015 annual report demonstrates that mixi, Inc.’s core revenue engine remains the mobile game Monster Strike, which generated ¥112.9 billion in net sales and ¥52.7 billion of operating income, a 30‑plus percent increase over FY2014. Net profit rose to ¥32.9 billion, reversing the prior year’s loss, and dividends were raised to ¥59 per share (¥82 total). The company attributes the surge to Monster Strike’s rapid download growth—over 30 million cumulative unique device downloads—and its expansion into new markets, including China, South Korea, North America, and Hong Kong/Macau. Strategic media‑mix initiatives such as TV commercials, outdoor advertising, and in‑game tie‑ups with movies and anime have reinforced user acquisition and retention.

Beyond Monster Strike, mixi diversified its portfolio through acquisitions of Hunza, Inc. (TicketCamp) and MUSE & Co., Ltd. (fashion e‑commerce), strengthening its B2C and C2C services segment. The company also launched several new mobile titles in FY2015, including “nohana” photo‑sharing and “Kimidake LIVE,” a live‑streaming platform for artists, targeting family and children audiences. A planned annual release of one new game each year signals a sustained focus on in‑house development.

Financially, total assets stood at ¥104.2 billion with an equity ratio of 51.4 %. The report outlines a forward‑looking strategy that leverages mixi’s social networking foundation, media‑mix expertise, and newly acquired IPs to broaden its entertainment and platform businesses while continuing to deliver shareholder value through dividends.