It was inevitable, but it’s good to get it confirmed, right? Koei Tecmo’sDynasty Warriors-style take onFist of the North Starhasbeen confirmedfor release outside of Japan. Although Koei has yet to issue anofficialannouncement, a newspaper interview with Koei Tecmo CEOKenji Matsubara stated implicitly that the publisher has plans for a worldwide sale.
This is the same interview in whichMatsubarastated that his beliefthat the game will sell at least a million copies in Japan alone. The article also states that, following news of the game’s development, Koei Tecmo stock raised by 17%. Looks like things are looking up for what was once two rather niche companies.
It seems that the newly formed Koei Tecmo Holdings is off to a very solid start, and I hope that they continue with the good fortune.Fist of the North Star Musouis looking great so far. Cannot wait to see more as development continues.
