The Konami business began in 1969 and has managed to have a diverse technology-based output over the years. While many fans are focused on the games that the company produces,Konami has also released PC systemsas well as other interesting pieces of technology that have proved profitable. Despite the broad range of endeavors undertaken by Konami, the company will continue as it retains a license for a mecha-infused game that is a cult favorite for many gamers.
Konamiis a huge business but a lot of people focus on the gaming output of the game company. As a result, many wonder whatKonami will do with its IPswhich are widely celebrated and anticipated. The company has now renewed theZone of the Enderslicense and it could mark an interesting project for the developer and publisher. The previousZone of the Endersgames involved Hideo Kojima, but it is highly unlikely that the creator will be joining forces with the company again to make a new game.
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Zone of the Endersis regarded as one of thebest mech franchisesand the renewal of the IP will excite hopeful fans of the first two games. The third game was in development for some time before being abruptly canceled and players have wondered whether they would ever get to battle in space in the name of a superweapon ever again. Unfortunately, this license renewal may have been done to simply retain the rights to the series, but many will hope that the upcoming Tokyo Game Show will facilitate news about the game on the back of this action.
Konami owns a lot of valuable IPs but interestingly does not seem to be doing too much with them. There have been reports ofcanceledSilent Hillgamesbut many would like to see a game reach a finished stage. Part of the issue may be the company focusing on different sectors and games falling into a peripheral role. Nonetheless, the gaming industry is a huge market, and games with a cult following likeZone of the EndersandSilent Hillcould be a profitable venture if they are done well.
Many will hope that they will get to put down theHD collections ofZone of Endersand experience a fresh tale that incorporates the mecha features alongside epic sci-fi storytelling. Whether this is the direction Konami is pursing remains to be seen, but it is clear what fans want.
