- Capcom is expanding development efforts to promote more talent in the industry.
- The company plans to construct a new building near its headquarters and hire 100 developers annualy.
- This is a breath of fresh air at a time when studios are laying off thousands of developers.
Capcom reported impressive numbers this month yet again, further cementing its place as one of the industry’s greatest giants today. Between releases like Resident Evil 4, Monster Hunter Wilds and more, the publisher has had more than a few hits in recent years.
This success has also given Capcom an opportunity to deviate from industry trends. The gaming giant has confirmed plans to continue hiring new developers each year, expanding its team by 100 developers annually.
Why it matters: The gaming industry is in the worst state possible this year, with developers facing poor working conditions, the threat of AI taking over jobs, and more.
According to a new report, Capcom is rapidly expanding its development capacity. The gaming giant’s plans include setting up a new building near its headquarters in Osaka, which is expected to be completed by 2027.
The studio states that these efforts are part of the larger goal of helping game developers unleash their full creativity. As mentioned above, Capcom will also hire 100 additional developers each year, viewing the new talent as essential for driving growth.
This is such an interesting commitment because companies like Microsoft are laying off thousands of workers each year. Other gaming giants like EA have followed a similar trend, making Capcom one of the few exceptions to the rule in today’s industry.
Perhaps this approach is why the publisher continues to find success with each new release.
Capcom is currently working on Resident Evil 9, which is expected to be the biggest new release for the series to date. An official Resident Evil 9 reveal is also expected this year.
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Avinash is currently pursuing a Business degree in Australia. For more than 5 years, he has been working as a gaming journalist, utilizing his writing skills and love for gaming to report on the latest updates in the industry. Avinash loves to play action games like Devil May Cry and has also been mentioned on highly regarded websites, such as IGN, GamesRadar, GameRant, Dualshockers, CBR, and Gamespot.
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