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Koei Tecmo Wants to Release 6 Console and PC Games, 19 Mid-Range Games Before March 2027
Koei Tecmo plans to release six major console and PC titles, 19 mid-range games, and two original online/mobile titles before March 2027. This strategy aims to diversify its portfolio beyond big-budget releases. Upcoming major titles include Attack on Titan 3 and Wo Long 2: Wings of Ember, with Attack on Titan 3 confirmed for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch 2 this winter.
Koei Tecmo CEO Didn’t Have “Any Real Expectations” From Pokémon Pokopia
Koei Tecmo President and CEO Hisashi Koinuma expressed a strong sense of accomplishment regarding the success of Pokémon Pokopia, despite having low expectations before its launch. He noted that positive reception from overseas media contributed to its strong performance, and indicated that successful past collaborations may pave the way for future spin-off titles.
Pokemon Pokopia was bioengineered to be the "best selling spin-off" according to Koei Tecmo CEO, but he had no "real expectations" for the cozy game until it became an international hit
Koei Tecmo President and CEO Hisashi Koinuma stated that the company aimed for Pokemon Pokopia to be the best-selling spin-off in the series, though they had no "real expectations" for its success. The game has since become an international hit, selling over four million copies in its first five weeks and positioning it to become the top-selling Pokemon spin-off.
Koei Tecmo talks Pokemon Pokopia, wanted to make the best-selling Pokemon spin-off
Koei Tecmo president Hisashi Koinuma discussed the success of Pokemon Pokopia, revealing the company aimed to make it the best-selling spin-off. Despite initial low expectations, positive media reception led to strong sales, with over four million copies sold in the first five weeks. This success builds on Koei Tecmo's experience with crafting elements in games like Dragon Quest Builders 2.
Koei Tecmo is partnering with SpiralAI as it shows interest in creating "experiences that combine entertainment and AI" via chatbot-like LLMs
Koei Tecmo has announced a strategic partnership with SpiralAI, a startup focused on character-based conversational AI. The collaboration aims to leverage AI, specifically the new large language model Geppetto2, to create new forms of entertainment, including more natural and in-character conversations for video game NPCs. Koei Tecmo CEO Hisashi Koinuma stated the investment reflects the company's interest in using AI for novel entertainment experiences.
