Gamedots- Entrevista Yasuhiro Fukushima, Honorary Chairman de Square Enix

Today, I am discussing the future of the game industry. Our companies have different cultures, but they are now matching and complementing each other, leading to current outcomes. The game industry in Japan is no longer solely domestic; it must become global to survive and grow. Looking at Latin America, the game market is currently small, but in 3 to 5 years, it will expand significantly due to the rise of the internet and mobile devices. We are holding a contest to discover talented game developers for future collaboration. Social media allows more people to connect and engage, making games more interesting and broadening the scope for creating innovative games. Regarding Japan's game industry, sales have been stagnant for 10 years, partly due to declining console hardware sales worldwide. However, the global game industry is growing, with China having similar sales to Japan, while Europe and America are expanding. Japan is perceived as in a slump relative to this growth. In the entertainment industry, we should view ourselves as allies rather than competitors. Everyone is part of this industry, and we should focus on providing value to users.