Nintendo’s Newest Venture Into Mobile Games

Thinking Points Nintendo announced its partnership with Cygames, a well known Japanese mobile social game developer. According to management, this does not affect its...

89.7% Of Anime Revenues Generated Through Licensing, Here Are The Key Players

Thinking Points The anime industry is a growing 2 trillion yen ($188 billion USD) industry. Despite this, the production companies run on thin margins while artists work long...

Should You Invest In Japanese E-sports?

Thinking Points Japanese law played a big part in the slow adoption of Japanese e-sports. However, the Japanese e-sports industry is now organized enough to issue professional...

If You Missed The Nintendo Train, Consider This Company

Thinking Points DeNA (TSE: 2432) is a company with Silicon Valley-like characteristics, primarily engaged in game development. At first glance, DeNA appears cheap at an 8x...

Did You Miss Nintendo’s Switch Online Announcement Too? (TSE: 7974 Nintendo)

Thinking Points Nintendo (TSE: 7974) plans to launch its Switch Online service in September 2018. Many gamers and few investors seemed to notice the announcement. Investors...