FromSoftware Increasing Base Salaries by 11.8% and Offering More to New Graduates

As a long-time fan and admirer of FromSoftware, I can’t help but feel a sense of joy and gratitude towards this incredible studio. The recent announcement about the salary increase for their employees is not just a business decision, but a testament to their commitment towards creating a thriving and rewarding work environment.

Over the past couple of years, the gaming industry has faced some challenging times, so articles like this one are particularly welcome. As per a recent press announcement, it’s been disclosed that FromSoftware, the studio known for creating games such as Elden Ring, Bloodborne, and Sekiro, is increasing the base salaries of its employees by approximately 11.8%.

Apart from this, the company is also enhancing the financial prospects of fresh graduates joining the business by boosting their monthly salaries significantly. The increase ranges from 260,000 yen to 300,000 yen ($1,776 to $2,049).

‘A Rewarding Work Environment’

Following numerous studio shutdowns and job losses, it’s heartening to observe FromSoftware thriving. They seem to understand the importance of nurturing a supportive work atmosphere by acknowledging and compensating their employees well.

At FromSoftware, our goal is to develop games that evoke emotion, offer worth, and spark joy in players. To achieve this, we’re focusing on securing a steady income and fostering an enriching work environment where our team members can fully engage in game development. The rise in basic and starting salaries is one method we’re using to put this strategy into action.

Approximately two years ago, the president of FromSoft, Hidetaka Miyazaki, expressed his concern in a firm manner regarding the ongoing layoffs that have been gradually impacting the game industry for nearly two years.

I wouldn’t ever wish such a situation on FromSoftware or its staff in a million lifetimes. Although we can’t guarantee the future for From and Kadokawa, as long as I’m in charge, I will ensure that such an event doesn’t occur.

This year, FromSoftware unveiled Shadow of the Erdtree – the initial significant expansion for Elden Ring – and it quickly gained immense popularity. It drew hundreds of thousands of players back to the game, surged sales and streaming rankings, and solidified why Elden Ring is often hailed as one of the best games ever created.

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