Konami Gaming & Systems Profit Rises 154.4% to JPY2.41 Billion on SYNKROS Expansion to 150,000 Slots
Konami's Gaming & Systems segment posted 41.3% revenue growth to JPY25.1 billion and 154.4% profit growth to JPY2.41 billion in the six months to 30 September 2026. SYNKROS now connects over 150,000 slots globally including cruise ships. Group revenue rose 37% and profit 70.5%.
SCCG Take — Supplier results show operator demand for management systems and replacement hardware remains firm in North America and Australia even amid competitive product pressure.
Konami posted a 154.4% year-on-year increase in segment profit to JPY2.41 billion (US$15.3 million) for the six months ended 30 September 2026. Gaming & Systems revenue rose 41.3% to JPY25.1 billion (US$159 million). The supplier linked the gains to new casino openings, replacement demand and wider use of its SYNKROS casino management system.
SYNKROS Milestone and Regional Product Strength
More than 150,000 slot machines now connect to SYNKROS across casino floors and Carnival Corporation cruise ships. North American and Australian performance held stable. The Solstice 49C slot earned high market praise while the BOMBERMAN series, including Dragon Rush and Bull Rush Stampede titles, delivered continued strength in both jurisdictions.
Group Results and Competitive Development Plans
Consolidated revenue grew 37.0% to JPY308 billion (US$1.95 billion). Profit attributable to owners of the parent climbed 70.5% to JPY79.2 billion (US$501 million), supported by gains across Digital Entertainment, Arcade Games and Sports. According to Inside Asian Gaming, Konami cited an environment of continuous competitor product launches and stated it is advancing new slot machines, gaming content and casino management features. The company noted ongoing SYNKROS expansion at cruise ships and multiple casino facilities while targeting greater market share through cutting-edge technology functions.
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