As a long-time Capcom enthusiast with a deep appreciation for the Monster Hunter series, these financial reports have me both intrigued and slightly worried. The year-over-year sales drop is concerning, but as someone who’s spent countless hours slaying monstrous beasts, I have faith in Monster Hunter Wilds.
In the lineup of tech and gaming firms disclosing their financials this week, Capcom was one of them, revealing its earnings report for the initial phase of its fiscal year 2025. Unfortunately, the company experienced a decline in sales compared to last year, which is cause for concern. Yet, despite a weaker first half, Capcom remains optimistic about a robust second half and has maintained its forecast without any adjustments.
This week, Capcom published its interim financial report for the first half of fiscal year 2025 on their investor relations site. They reported total sales of approximately 56.4 billion Japanese yen during this period, which represents a 25% decrease compared to the same period in the previous fiscal year (FY 2024). Additionally, their net income for this half was 15.2 billion yen, marking a 40% decline year-over-year (YoY).
Regardless of current figures, Capcom remains optimistic about a successful second half. They’re banking on Monster Hunter Wilds performing well in sales, and they’re confident about the game’s future, citing several awards it received at Gamescom 2024 as evidence. Monster Hunter Wilds is set to launch on February 28, 2024, and Capcom believes it will be a significant addition to the series. The buzz surrounding the game also leads Capcom to believe that its sales, along with those of other contributors, will meet their projected targets for the year.
Time will tell if Capcom’s prediction holds true, but it seems that Monster Hunter Rise could be a significant milestone for the company financially this year. Keep an eye on Capcom news right here at Shacknews for further updates and insights.
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2024-10-30 18:27