Capcom, the Japanese gaming giant, is making a significant move by increasing salaries for both existing employees and new graduate hires starting in the 2025 fiscal year. This initiative is part of their commitment to invest in the people who play a vital role in shaping the future of the company.
Existing employees, as well as those joining in the fiscal year 2024, can expect an average pay raise of 5% along with a one-time special payment.
Currently, new graduate hires at Capcom receive ¥235,000 ($1,590) per month as a starting salary. However, starting next fiscal year, this figure will increase to ¥300,000 ($2,030), representing a 27.7% raise. This amounts to an additional ¥65,000 ($440) per month for both graduate and vocational degree holders.
Investing in People
With so many companies in the gaming industry laying off employees, Capcom’s decision to invest in its employees stands out as a positive move. Since 2022, the company has already raised average base salaries by 30% and plans to increase it by another 5%. Additionally, they have introduced a stock-based compensation system for their employees.
In a statement, Capcom emphasized their focus on strengthening capabilities in game development and technology to enhance sustainable corporate value. This increase in starting salary reflects their commitment to investing in human capital and attracting exceptional talent.
Capcom’s commitment to being a creator of entertainment culture is evident in their efforts to address societal issues while enhancing corporate value and building trust with employees and stakeholders.
The salary increase follows a series of successful releases in the Monster Hunter franchise, with titles like World, Rise, and Now offering different gameplay experiences. Monster Hunter Now, the latest title in the series, has quickly become one of the top geolocation games in the market.
