Konami's Gaming Unit Profit Rises 154.5%
Konami's Gaming & Systems division raised revenue 41.3% and operating profit 154.5% in the first half. The company said it will add two new models to its Solstice family and that growing competition is shaping its product development plans.
Japanese gaming company Konami's Gaming & Systems division posted strong growth in the six-month period ended September 30, 2026. Revenue rose 41.3% year on year to 25.11 billion yen, or approximately 159 million US dollars. Operating profit increased 154.5%, from 949 million yen to approximately 2.41 billion yen.
The division's operating profit margin rose to about 10% from about 5% a year earlier. The division supplies slot machines and casino management technology through companies such as Konami Gaming Inc. and Konami Australia. The company said the North American and Australian markets remained stable, supported by new casino openings and demand for renovations at existing venues.
Part of the increase in machine sales is attributed to the Solstice 49C cabinet, which features a curved 49-inch ultra-high-definition screen. The BOMBERMAN slot series performed strongly in North America, while Dragon Rush and Bull Rush Stampede are attracting interest in Australia.
Konami is adding two new models to the Solstice family, which it presented at the Global Gaming Expo in Las Vegas. Two units of the 27-inch Solstice 27 are planned to launch with Bull Blitz Rampage in the fourth quarter of 2026. The Solstice SuperNova, with a 75-inch C-curved screen, will be introduced in the same period with Dragon's Law Super Fortune.
The company also acknowledged that increasing competition is affecting its product development plans. Noting that rivals' constant new product launches require stronger product appeal, Konami said it is working on new slot machines, game content and casino management system features.
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