Capcom's Milestones and Mixed Momentum in a Shifting Game Market

Lindsay Robertson / 05 Aug 2025

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This update from Capcom reveals a mix of achievements and challenges across its popular game titles, illustrating both strong milestones and areas where newer releases struggle to capture attention.

Two prominent milestones have been reached recently. One of the company's flagship titles has now amassed 10 million units sold globally, while another major release accomplished 5 million units sold in the most recent quarter.

In contrast, recent financial reports show that a newer release is underperforming compared to previous successes. Although it had an impressive launch and set has established itself as one of the quickest-selling titles, it managed to sell only 477,000 copies in the last quarter, a figure that stands just around 90,000 units above its predecessor's 389,000 units.

The title in question continues efforts to attract both newcomers and longtime fans. However, given that It has only been available for a brief period months, predicting its long-term performance remains challenging. The recent sales figures do not paint an optimistic picture for future growth.

Looking ahead, Capcom is optimistic about its upcoming projects and diversified portfolio. Notable plans include the release of a highly anticipated title scheduled before "the conclusion of this fiscal year in February" 2026, along with initiatives inspired by a popular streaming series that are expected to bring renewed interest to its major franchises.

  • Flagship title reaches 10 million sales.
  • Another major release hits 5 million units in one quarter.
  • Newer title posts 477,000 copies sold versus 389,000 for its predecessor.
  • Future projects and collaborations aim to rejuvenate interest across the portfolio.