CyberAgent achieved record consolidated sales of 720.2 billion yen in FY 2023, though operating profit fell 64.5% to 24.5 billion yen due to the performance decline of the major title Uma Musume Pretty Derby.
See it on page 23The gaming segment experienced a 21.6% drop in sales and a 62.5% decrease in profit, though Q4 revenue recovered by 25.4% sequentially following the launch of Final Fantasy VII Ever Crisis.
See it on page 17ABEMA reached 18.8 million weekly active users with 25.9% year-over-year growth, supported by a 30% increase in transaction volumes from the WINTICKET business.
See it on page 41The company forecasts a recovery in operating profit to 30 billion yen for FY 2024, driven by the monetization of ABEMA and the launch of at least three new gaming titles.
See it on page 5Strategic priorities for FY 2024 include global console releases for the Granblue Fantasy franchise and the opening of a new AI-driven production studio to improve efficiency.
See it on page 30The internet advertisement business maintained steady performance throughout the year by utilizing strategic digital transformation investments and generative AI to enhance production.
See it on page 3CyberAgent achieved record consolidated sales of 720.2 billion yen in fiscal year 2023, marking twenty-six consecutive years of growth despite a 64.5% decline in operating profit to 24.5 billion yen. This financial divergence was primarily driven by the natural slowdown of the major hit title Uma Musume Pretty Derby, which caused the gaming segment to experience a 21.6% drop in sales and a 62.5% decrease in profit. However, the fourth quarter showed signs of recovery with a 25.4% sequential increase in gaming revenue following the successful launch of Final Fantasy VII Ever Crisis.
The media segment, centered on the ABEMA platform, demonstrated significant momentum by narrowing its operating losses and reaching nearly 18.8 million weekly active users. ABEMA’s 25.9% year-over-year growth was bolstered by the expansion of high-growth related businesses such as WINTICKET, which saw transaction volumes increase by 30%. Meanwhile, the internet advertisement business maintained steady performance, supported by strategic investments in digital transformation and the aggressive implementation of generative AI to enhance production efficiency.
Looking toward fiscal year 2024, the strategic focus shifts toward stabilizing the gaming portfolio through global console releases for the Granblue Fantasy franchise and the launch of at least three new titles. The company forecasts a recovery in operating profit to 30 billion yen, underpinned by the continued monetization of ABEMA and the opening of a major AI-driven production studio. By prioritizing the longevity of high-quality intellectual properties and leveraging AI across all business units, the organization aims to balance long-term media investments with the high-margin potential of its gaming and advertising sectors.
