Kadokawa, FromSoft Parent, Confirms Sony's Eye on Anime Giant

Kadokawa Corporation officially acknowledges Sony's expression of interest in acquiring additional company shares, though negotiations remain ongoing. This article details the current status of discussions between these industry giants.

Kadokawa Confirms Sony's Interest

Acquisition Still Under Review

In a formal statement, Kadokawa Corporation confirmed receipt of a letter of intent from Sony to acquire shares. However, the company emphasizes that no final decision has been reached. Any future developments will be promptly and appropriately disclosed.

This announcement follows a Reuters report indicating Sony's pursuit of Kadokawa, a major player in Japanese anime, manga, and video games. A successful acquisition would bring FromSoftware (creators of Elden Ring) under Sony's umbrella, alongside other prominent studios like Spike Chunsoft and Acquire. This could potentially lead to the revival of FromSoftware's PlayStation exclusives such as Dark Souls and Bloodborne.

The deal could also significantly expand Sony's reach in Western anime and manga publishing and distribution, given Kadokawa's substantial role in global media distribution. However, initial social media reaction to the news has been relatively muted. For further background, refer to Game8's previous coverage of the Sony-Kadokawa acquisition discussions.