Official FromSoftware to Increase Employee Salaries by Nearly 12%

Megan

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FromSoftware, the renowned developer behind hits like Elden Ring, has announced that it will raise the average employee salary by nearly 12%. This adjustment comes as the company aims to create a more rewarding environment for its employees, starting in April 2025.

According to the official statement (thanks VGC) from FromSoftware, employees will see an average salary increase of 11.8%, with entry-level graduates benefiting even more. The starting salary for new hires will rise from ¥260,000 ($1,775) to ¥300,000 ($2,050), marking a 15% increase. The company emphasized that the salary raise aligns with its mission to create games that “convey emotion, create value, and inspire joy.”

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Hmmm even by Japanese standards, the starting salary at FromSoftware isn't particularly impressive—it's more or less average.

I wonder if it's around 260,000 or 270,000 yen these days.