Konami

General Information

Full name: Konami Corporation
Established: 1984
Website: www.konami.co.jp

Related Press Releases

PES 2010: Major Additions Confirmed For Further Realism

Konami unveils new 360-degree control system, and more key gameplay advances determined by fan requests
19 Aug 2009

Konami Digital Entertainment Reveals Details For Metal Gear Solid4: Guns Of The Patriots

Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots is the final chapter in the saga of Solid Snake.
28 Feb 2008

March debut for PES 2008 for Wii

Konami unveils further information on all-new bespoke PES 2008 for Nintendo system
17 Jan 2008

PES 2008 comes to handheld

Konami Digital Entertainment GmbH’s unveils bespoke versions for PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) and Nintendo DS™
13 Dec 2007

Konami unveils first Wii pair from Hudson Soft…

Fishing Master and Sports Island mark first titles to emerge from Konami Digital Entertainment/Hudson Soft deal
13 Dec 2007

October 26th kick off for PES 2008

Konami confirms release date for its latest Pro Evolution Soccer title
14 Sep 2007

Pro Evolution Soccer shoots into UK arcades

Bespoke arcade version of Konami’s best-selling console football game to test in key locations
05 Mar 2007

Pro Evolution Soccer kicks off!

Konami Digital Entertainment GmbH confirms October 27th launch date for the eagerly-awaited PES6 in Europe.
29 Sep 2006

John Terry extends Konami deal

New England Captain re-signs for Konami Digital Entertainment GmbH as UK face of Pro Evolution Soccer 6.
18 Aug 2006

Konami and TOKYOPOP Announce Mobile Gaming Partnership

Critically-Acclaimed TOKYOPOP Manga East Coast Rising Goes Mobile Fall 2006
19 Jul 2006

Konami at GC 2006: Games for the Next Generation

Konami Digital Entertainment GmbH presents top-class guests and Next Gen football for a world premiere in Leipzig.
04 Jul 2006

Introducing Konami Digital Entertainment GmbH

Konami of Europe rebranded as unification of divisions readies company for expansion and new formats.
31 Mar 2006

Going for Goal ups the ante

Konami of Europe’s online quiz offers ultra rare white PSP to football triva buffs.
12 Jan 2006

Pro Evolution Soccer 5™: The 10 Things You Must Know, From the Authors of the Beautiful Guide

The top tips you need to score – from the authors of the Pro Evolution Soccer 5™ Official Guide.
21 Oct 2005

John Terry signs for Pro Evolution Soccer 5!

Konami confirms the PFA’s Player of the Year as one of the faces of its already highly anticipated PES5.
20 Jun 2005

Rockstar Contributes £71M to UK Economy

Unique analysis of UK market data ranks top development studios in inaugural Develop Magazine ‘Develop 100’; full chart is revealed.
06 May 2005

Konami guns for PSP with Coded Arms

Konami announces stunning first-person shooter for Sony’s new handheld video game system.
30 Mar 2005

Sunny Delight from Boktai 2

Konami sheds light on Hideo Kojima’s sequel to acclaimed, sun-sensitive Game Boy Advance title.
21 Mar 2005

Enthusia Professional Racing revs up for May 6th

Konami’s racing simulation gets firm release date as publisher.
21 Mar 2005

Berlin launch for Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater

Hideo Kojima and special guests head to The Teufelsberg secret service base to celebrate launch of new Metal Gear installment.
23 Feb 2005

The Turtles enter the BattleNexus

Konami of Europe expands Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles series with all-new four-player action title.
21 Oct 2004

Dance Dance Revolution: Ultramix 2 to Feature New Tunes, Remixes by Jesper Kyd

Electronica music artist/producer Jesper Kyd remixes DDR music and provides new tunes.
27 Sep 2004

October 15th for Pro Evolution Soccer 4

Konami of Europe confirms pan-European launch date for the PlayStation 2 version of its footballing legend.
20 Sep 2004

Totti, Henry and Collina: Konami’s PES4 Dream Team!

Italian and French maestros and the world’s most respected official announced as official faces of Pro Evolution Soccer 4.
09 Sep 2004

Xbox Live for Pro Evolution Soccer 4

Konami of Europe confirms full online compatibility for Xbox version of its legendary football title.
07 Sep 2004

Henry signs for Konami!

Striker legend Thierry Henry signs for Konami of Europe's hugely anticipated football title...
26 Aug 2004

Pro Evolution Soccer 4: real teams, real football!

Konami of Europe confirms Dutch, Spanish and Italian league licenses for Pro Evolution Soccer 4
16 Jul 2004

King Arthur game gets Rednote Audio treatment

Rod Abernethy and Rednote Audio continue to soar as one of the most sought-after composers and sound designers for the videogame industry.
14 Jul 2004

Konami hosts Yu-Gi-Oh! World Championship 2004 Tournaments

Thousands of fans from around the world to participate in the largest Yu-Gi-Oh! events in history in Los Angeles, California on July 25.
08 Jul 2004

Konami of Europe warms up Pro Evolution Soccer 4

First details about PES4 with more realism, all new moves, enhanced set pieces, and on-screen referees
01 Jul 2004

Konami shapes up with U Move Super Sports

Sports-themed fun to arrive in September as Konami announces first title compatible with Sony’s EyeToy USB Camera for PlayStation 2.
28 Jun 2004

Konami Takes the Wheel with Enthusia Professional Racing for Playstation 2

Ultimate racing simulation features groundbreaking visual gravity system and true-to-life physics.
07 May 2004

X marks the spot for Pro Evolution Soccer

Konami of Europe's seminal football simulation set to run out for Microsoft's Xbox video game system in 2004.
12 Mar 2004

Sing-along-a-PlayStation 2

Konami of Europe’s Karaoke Stage brings the classics to your PlayStation 2 – as sung by you!
19 Feb 2004

Are you ready for the Yu-Gi-Oh! World Championship?

Konami of Europe’s newest Game Boy Advance title throws down the dueling gauntlet to Yu-Gi-Oh! Fans all over the globe…
06 Feb 2004

Deadly Skies soars on to PlayStation 2

Popular air combat title makes its Sony debut with a squadron of officially-licensed aircraft.
30 Jan 2004

March 26th for The Twin Snakes

Konami of Europe’s first Metal Gear Solid title for Nintendo GameCube gets definite release date.
23 Jan 2004

Kaiba takes his revenge to PC

Konami of Europe launches second in series of Yu-Gi-Oh! titles for PC CD ROM as the Power of Chaos returns...
21 Jan 2004

Konami Digital Entertainment, Inc. Signs Agreement to Develop Shaman King Video Games

New Los Angeles-based operation continues to build repertoire of licensed content.
19 Dec 2003

Ice and Aska: A new breed of secret agent

The Cy Girls come out fighting as Konami of Europe unveils its all-action espionage adventure.
12 Dec 2003

“YS VI” slated for worldwide release on consoles in 2004

Konami obtains exclusive worldwide licensing rights to publish the most popular role-playing videogame in Japan
09 Dec 2003

Miyamoto enters ‘Golden Halls’

Mario creator becomes the first entrant to the Computer and Video Games Golden Joystick Hall of Fame at today’s awards ceremony.
28 Nov 2003

Substance for Xbox Classics

Metal Gear Solid 2: Substance joins Microsoft's esteemed budget label in time for Christmas.
31 Oct 2003

The Golden short-list

The final short-list of nominees is announced for the Computer and Video Games Golden Joystick Awards 2003.
24 Oct 2003

November launch for Power of Chaos: Yugi the Destiny

Konami of Europe launches first in series of PC Yu-Gi-Oh! titles with special Limited Collector's Edition.
21 Oct 2003

1,000,000 await Pro Evolution Soccer 3

Advance orders for Konami’s legendary football title hit one million mark, as October launch nears.
06 Oct 2003

Konami and Davis Films agree on film production of popular Silent Hill game

Production to begin for worldwide release.
18 Sep 2003

Spell Ruler spreads its magic

October launch for Konami of Europe’s third Yu-Gi-Oh! Trading Card Game booster pack
15 Sep 2003

Pro Evolution Soccer 3: The League

Konami of Europe, GAME and Dennis Publishing expand hugely successful pre-release partnership in run up to November launch.
01 Sep 2003

Zone of the Enders 2 sounds off

Konami of Europe to release special edition CD soundtrack to its acclaimed 3D space opera.
08 Aug 2003

Mayor of London Backs London Games Week

Ken Livingstone praises the games industry
01 Aug 2003

Pro Evolution Soccer notches its hat-trick

Stunning new look and extensive revamp for Konami of Europe's seminal PlayStation 2 football simulation.
09 Jul 2003

Dancing Stage Euromix gets Mat finish

Konami of Europe announces Dancing Stage Euromix bundle containing game and official Konami dance mat.
18 Jun 2003

Metal Gear Solid explodes onto Nintendo GameCube

Konami and Nintendo collaborate to deliver blockbuster action title to Nintendo GameCube.
01 May 2003

100 years of the 'Yellow Jersey'

Konami of Europe celebrates the 100th anniversary of the world's most famous cycling event with special release.
09 Apr 2003

The end of the World is Nigh

Konami shows its dark side as Apocalyptica cuts a swathe on to PC and Xbox
04 Apr 2003

Extended Enders

Extensive additions announced for European version of Zone of Enders 2: The 2nd Runner.
24 Mar 2003

Castlevania puts bite on PlayStation 2

Autumn release confirmed for Konami’s vampire classic.
25 Feb 2003

Yu-Gi-Oh! heads for Game Boy Advance

Yu-Gi-Oh! Worldwide Edition: Stairway to the Destined Duel brings Trading Card phenomenon to Nintendo handheld for the first time
17 Feb 2003

Snake returns to PlayStation 2 on March 28th!

Konami of Europe to include ‘Document of Metal Gear Solid 2’ DVD with eagerly awaited Metal Gear Solid 2 Substance
07 Feb 2003

Konami Secures FIFPro License

Konami can announce that it has secured the FlFPro licence for all future titles in its top selling International Superstar Soccer series of games.
06 Feb 2003

Konami notches its ISS hat trick!

International Superstar Soccer 3 confirmed for March release
06 Feb 2003

Dynamite line-up for Dancing Stage MegaMix

Ms Dynamite, Elvis Vs JXL and The Sugarbabes tracks confirmed for Konami’s first PlayStation 2 Dancing Stage title
29 Jan 2003

Hop springs eternal…

One of video gaming’s oldest faces returns in Frogger Beyond
23 Jan 2003

PlayStation 2 Heats Up with Konami's Cy Girls - The New Face Of Law Enforcement

All-New Action Adventure Game Offers Heart-Pounding Thrills
22 Jan 2003

Rockstar stole my Joystick

Grand Theft Auto III emerges as the star of the show at today’s Golden Joystick Awards ceremony.
28 Oct 2002

Let the tournament begin!

The search for the Pro Evolution Soccer 2 champion kicks off at a GAME store near you?
01 Oct 2002

Turtle Power returns

All-new Ninja Turtles return to Konami of Europe stable
17 Sep 2002

Winning Eleven 6 hits million mark

Japanese release reaches 1,000,000 units.
18 Jun 2002

More Evolutionary Football Thrills From Konami

Virtual football reaches fever pitch with the release of ISS Pro Evolution 2.
20 Mar 2001

International Superstar Soccer For PS2

A new benchmark for Sony consoles.
15 Sep 2000

Sequel to 1.5 million Unit Hit Nightmare Creatures Set for Simultaneous Release on PlayStation and Dreamcast.

Nightmare Creatures 2 will be the first title released under the alliance between Konami and Universal Interactive Studios.
11 Feb 2000

Announcing the face and launch date for PES3!

Pierluigi Collina to front Konami of Europe's highly acclaimed football title as October 17 launch date is confirmed.
23 Sep 2003

Pro Evolution Soccer 2: The Champion on Tour!

Konami, GAME and Computer & Video Games invite challengers to take on the 2002 PES2 Champ.
20 Jan 2003

THQ Wireless java games launch with NTT DoCoMo, Inc. – the world’s leading carrier for wireless games sales

It's Mobile Madness, and some other games too, as THQ Wireless and Konami join forces.
14 Jan 2003

Bomberman hits the road

Return for gaming legend in an all-new racing title as Konami announces additional Hudson Soft titles for 2003.
26 Nov 2002

Konami of Europe announces European distribution of Yu-Gi-Oh! Trading Card game

Videogame giant emerges as exclusive distributor of hugely popular 'duel card' franchise.
08 Nov 2002

Ingle takes 2002 Media Cup crown

Guardian writer beats all comers to take £500 prize money.
23 Oct 2002

The season starts in October!

October 25th release confirmed for Pro Evolution Soccer 2.
08 Oct 2002

And the nominees are...

The list of official nominations for this year’s Golden Joystick Awards is announced.
17 Sep 2002

Top Names at ECTS 2002

ECTS 2002 announces 100 exhibitors so far with seven weeks to go.
04 Jul 2002

The Anxieties Continue this October in Silent Hill 2: Inner Fears for Xbox

Konami of Europe announced today that a new rendition of its best-selling horror title Silent Hill 2 will be coming to the Xbox in October.
19 Jun 2002

Police 911 Busts Crime On PlayStation 2

Konami's new shooter is already looking amazing.
29 May 2001

Evil Lurks In Konami's Castlevania: Circle Of The Moon For Gba

Classic Franchise Confirmed as a Launch Title For Nintendo's New Handheld System
23 May 2001

Konami Unleashes Jurassic Park III on Nintendo's Game Boy® Advance

The Summer's "Dino-Sized Movie" on the Summer's Smallest Console
23 May 2001

Police 911 Busts Crime On PlayStation 2 Konami Brings First Person Arcade Action to the Home

Konami's steady release of top titles continues.
23 May 2001

Konami Prepares For A Fall Take Off On Xbox with Airforce Delta Storm

First air combat game arrives for the launch of Xbox.
17 May 2001

Zone Of The Enders

Konami certain to Mech gamers’ days with Zone of the Enders.
20 Mar 2001

Slight Return Of Solid Snake

Zone of the Enders to include playable demo of Metal Gear Solid 2.
24 Jan 2001

Calling All World-Class Button Bashers

Konami introduces Track & Field Internet-Ranking.
07 Dec 2000

Gamers Get Opportunity To Become The Grinch.

He may be green and mean, but he’s a whole lot of fun.
26 Oct 2000

Belt Up For Woody Woodpecker Racing

It's the wackiest race game to make tracks onto home screens this winter.
26 Oct 2000

Konami Resurrect The Mummy On Video Game Consoles

Blockbuster movie comes to the small screen.
26 Oct 2000

Konami and Video System's F1 World Grand Prix 2.

Take pole position at the circuit this October with F1 World Grand Prix II.
12 Oct 2000

ISS Team meets with FIFPro Officials

Gordon Taylor impressed by quality football on PlayStation 2.
09 Sep 2000

Exciting New Signing For Konami And Umbro

ISS accelerates to MACH speed.
06 Sep 2000

Looks Like A Nice Place To Live...

Ephemeral Fantasia is the future of RPG's.
05 Sep 2000

Shadow Of Memories-The End Is Just The Beginning

New technology generates new possibilities.
05 Sep 2000

Dream Team Together For ZOE

Metal Gear Solid gurus join Gundam creator and master of emotions.
05 Sep 2000

ESPN Winter Games-Perfect For Chillin'

Konami promise a mountain of snowboarding fun.
05 Sep 2000

Konami At ECTS

Premieres, highlights and Metal Gear Solid 2.
05 Sep 2000

Red, PS2's First Strategy Game, Rewrites History

At last a strategy game with a pulse.
05 Sep 2000

Dance Dance Revolution Gets A Western Remix

Fight flab as you groove to Dancing Stage Euro Mix.
05 Sep 2000

Espn International Track And Field Out-Performs The Competition

Out of the blocks like a rocket and with quality to last the distance.
05 Sep 2000

Choose A Path To Victory With 7 Blades

Big Brawls and furious hack and slash action abounds in 7 Blades.
05 Sep 2000

Nightmare Creatures 2 - The Nightmare Continues

The ghosts of Old London come back to haunt on Playstation and Dreamcast in Nightmare Creatures 2.
21 Aug 2000

F1 World Grand Prix II

Video System today announce a Pan European distribution deal with Konami for upcoming Dreamcast and PS2 racers.
16 Jun 2000
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