Konami Group Report: Fiscal 2022

The Konami Group Fiscal 2022 report outlines a period of record-breaking financial performance and strategic organizational evolution. Covering the fiscal year ending March 31, 2022, the report details the company’s operations across four primary segments: Digital Entertainment, Amusement, Gaming & Systems, and Sports. The central thesis emphasizes the company's resilience in recovering from the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic and its commitment to long-term sustainable growth through technological innovation, including artificial intelligence, cloud gaming, and the metaverse.

Financial results for the period were robust, with total revenue reaching ¥299.5 billion, a 9.9% year-on-year increase. Profitability metrics reached record highs, with business profit rising 25.2% to ¥80.3 billion and profit attributable to owners of the parent increasing 69.9% to ¥54.8 billion. This strong performance facilitated a dividend increase to ¥123.50 per share. Key operational highlights include the successful global launch of Yu-Gi-Oh! MASTER DUEL, which surpassed 30 million downloads, and the continued strength of core franchises like the PAWAPURO and PROFESSIONAL BASEBALL SPIRITS series. Additionally, the Gaming & Systems division saw success with the DIMENSION cabinet series, while the Sports division expanded its digital fitness offerings.

The report also highlights a shift toward corporate sustainability and governance, marked by the company’s endorsement of the Task Force on Climate-Related Financial Disclosures (TCFD) and a commitment to carbon neutrality by 2050. To reflect its diversified business model and future strategic direction, the company announced a name change to KONAMI GROUP CORPORATION, effective July 1, 2022. These initiatives, combined with strategic investments in human resources and research and development, position the organization to navigate the evolving global entertainment landscape.