Puzzle & Dragons Boss Salary Defended by GungHo

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Puzzle & Dragons Boss Salary Defended by GungHo

GungHo, the Japanese studio behind the mobile gacha hit Puzzle & Dragons, is fighting back against claims that its president’s salary is too high.

Shareholder Concerns Addressed

Earlier, GungHo faced criticism from shareholders who felt the company needed to “up its game.” A key concern was the salary of President Kazuki Morishita, which is reportedly similar to that of Nintendo’s president, despite GungHo’s reliance on the aging Puzzle & Dragons.

However, GungHo’s board of directors has rejected all proposals from shareholders, citing a misunderstanding of the competitive mobile game market.

GungHo’s Strong Defense

In a detailed response, GungHo argues that the shareholders’ complaints are based on a misunderstanding and don’t acknowledge Morishita’s vital role in the company’s growth over 20 years.

Key points in GungHo’s defense include:

The Mobile Gaming Landscape

GungHo also points out that the mobile game market is extremely competitive, with new titles constantly being released. They claim that even successful games often have short lifespans.

The company maintains that Morishita is “irreplaceable” and his salary is justified.

Ongoing Friction

Shareholders raised concerns about GungHo’s dependence on a single, declining hit and the failure to produce another success. It is clear the disagreement between company management and shareholders