Capcom Co., Ltd. is a Japan-based developer, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment content. The company designs, produces and markets video game software and related multimedia properties for home consoles, personal computers, mobile devices and arcade machines. Its roster of flagship titles spans globally recognized franchises such as Resident Evil, Street Fighter, Monster Hunter, Mega Man and Devil May Cry, reflecting a diverse portfolio that targets both core gamers and casual audiences.
Founded in 1979 by Kenzo Tsujimoto under the original name I.R.M. Software Works, the company adopted the Capcom (short for “Capsule Computers”) moniker in 1983. Early successes in the arcade sector laid the groundwork for a strategic entry into the home console market in the late 1980s. Breakthrough titles like Street Fighter II (1991) and Resident Evil (1996) cemented Capcom’s reputation for genre-defining gameplay, cinematic storytelling and innovative multiplayer features.
Beyond game development, Capcom operates a multifaceted entertainment business that includes digital distribution, downloadable content, merchandising and licensing partnerships for film and television adaptations. The company also maintains amusement facilities in Japan and offers consumer‐product collaborations, leveraging its intellectual property across a range of platforms and media formats. Capcom continually invests in online services, live-service game models and in-game economies to enhance player engagement and long-term revenue streams.
Headquartered in Osaka, Japan, Capcom maintains regional offices and subsidiaries in North America, Europe and Asia to support its global publishing, marketing and localization efforts. The company’s leadership team is led by Chairman Kenzo Tsujimoto and President & CEO Haruhiro Tsujimoto, under whose guidance Capcom has pursued growth through strategic franchise development, digital innovation and geographic expansion.
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