Konami Says It Does 'Not Believe The Market Will Shift Significantly' Because Of AI

In its latest financial report, Konami said it does not believe AI will significantly shift the game market, with president Hideki Hayakawa arguing that general-purpose game engines and user-generated content have already lowered barriers to entry. The company called AI a "notable opportunity" but remains cautious, researching it while gradually giving teams guidance on guardrails and protocols.