Questions】
Please tell us about the situation of the digital business in the third quarter of the fiscal year ending March 31, 2023.
[Answer]
In terms of network content, the title of the "DRAGON BALL" series and the title of "ONE PIECE" continue to perform well.
In addition to continued strong sales of Toru, we released four new app games in Japan and overseas.
In terms of repeat sales of home video games, "ELDEN RING", which was released in the previous term, will be the first title of the same title.
Sales were strong due to the effect of sales, but total sales of repeat titles totaled 8.2 million units (previous year).
10.31 million in 2015). In addition, the sales ratio of other companies' titles increased. In addition, the competitive ring
Due to the severe market environment, such as the intensifying market environment, we decided to cancel the development of multiple titles and review the business plan.
Appraisal loss, etc. were recorded.
【Questions】
Please tell us about the anticipated new home video game titles that you plan to release from the next fiscal year onwards.
[Answer]
From the next fiscal year onwards, new titles in the Tekken series and joint development with FromSoftware have been decided.
We are planning to release "ARMORED CORE," which will be released in Japan, and titles developed by overseas studios.
【Questions】
One Piece Products and service have continued to perform well, please tell us how things are going.
[Answer]
One Piece products are doing well in various categories, such as the Video Game "One Piece Odyssey" released in January and network content app, but the Trading card game is performing particular well atm. The number of overseas fans has increase due to the blockbuster success of Film Red and due to that the products and services of "One Piece" are also growing significantly overseas. We believe we can continue to expand our fan base by developing it in various categories.
【Questions】
Please tell us about the status of "Gundam" and future plans.
[Answer]
In the classic IP "Gundam" series, "Mobile Suit Gundam: The Witch of Mercury" became a big topic, and young people
We were able to acquire new fans, such as those from different demographics and women. As for the product category, sales in the fourth quarter centered on gunpla.
We believe that the business will continue to perform well thereafter. In addition, the Gundam Metaverse is deeply connected with Gundam fans around the world.
As one of the measures to continue, we are preparing to foster a fan community. development is progressing smoothly
So, we plan to conduct a closed test of the Gunpla Colony during this term.
【Questions】
Please tell us about the Gunpla production system and future supply.
[Answer]
The production volume is increasing by double digits every year, but it is not keeping up with demand due to the expansion of fans.
is the current situation. In addition to the production factory at the Bandai Hobby Center (Shizuoka City), cooperative factories and group companies
We are increasing our production capacity. In addition, in addition to expanding the Bandai Hobby Center in the year before last, we are also constructing a new factory.
We have also acquired land for the next medium-term plan, and plan to further increase our production capacity.
【Questions】
Is the fusion of digital and toys/hobbies progressing? Are there any measures such as organizational restructuring to promote integration?
[Answer]
In an entertainment unit that integrates digital and toys and hobby into one unit, multiple professional
The project is underway and we are beginning to see results. For example, the home game title "ELDEN RING"
Figures that utilize the IP of the company and fishing rods that can be played in the home game title "Fishing Spirits"
Model controllers were released from Toy Hobby, and were very popular. Promoting closer cooperation than ever before
We believe that it is also necessary to make dynamic efforts toward the future.
【Questions】
Are there any changes to your strategy in the medium-term plan?
[Answer]
There is no change in the strategy of the medium-term plan. Currently, we have set high numerical targets that surpass the hurdles of the previous fiscal year,
Each group employee is working hard at BANDAI NAMCO. In addition, regarding the second and third years of the medium-term plan,
We will implement various measures to ensure sustainable growth.
Film Red blazing One Piece recent sucess, is there anything this girl can't do?
Might just be a google translation issue, but they mention Tekken Titles, so maybe more than Tekken 8 may be coming. They maybe talking bundling all the updates to Tekken 7 in a new package.
Please close if old.
