Marvelous Inc. Financial Results for the Fiscal Year Ended March 31, 2016

Marvelous Inc. achieved significant financial growth during the fiscal year ending March 31, 2016, driven by a diversified entertainment strategy. The company reported consolidated net sales of 31,820 million yen, representing a 20.3% increase over the previous year. Operating income rose by 22.8% to 5,418 million yen, while ordinary income reached 5,228 million yen, a 14.1% improvement. Profit attributable to owners of the parent climbed to 3,602 million yen, reflecting the company’s successful execution of its multi-content, multi-use, and multi-device business model.

The company operates across three primary segments: online games, consumer games, and audio and visual content. The online game business served as the primary revenue driver, accounting for 64.4% of net sales and benefiting from the strong performance of titles like Logres of Swords and Sorcery. The consumer game segment, which includes both home console software and arcade machines, saw a 18.3% increase in net sales, bolstered by successful international releases and popular arcade titles such as Monster Hunter Spirits. Conversely, the audio and visual segment experienced a slight contraction in sales but remained a vital component of the company’s intellectual property strategy, particularly through the growth of 2.5-dimensional stage performances and anime production.

Looking ahead, the company aims to sustain this momentum by focusing on branding, strategic alliances, and global expansion. Management anticipates continued growth for the fiscal year ending March 2017, projecting net sales of 34,000 million yen and operating income of 6,000 million yen. By leveraging its existing library of intellectual property and launching new titles across various platforms, the company intends to further solidify its position as a comprehensive entertainment provider in an increasingly competitive global market.