In an announcement about internal restructuring, Konami divulged plans to dissolve a few of its Production Divisions, leading many to believe the publisher had abandoned gaming-related efforts; according to Konami, though, such speculation is inaccurate. Konami's mainstream video game output has considerably declined in the last several years. Apart from collections, re-releases, and annual Pro Evolution Soccer entries, the Japanese giant hasn't launched anything of note since Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain.
Since Konami is home to many a beloved IP, the company itself rarely strays far from the conversation. For example, ongoing rumors suggest a Silent Hill reboot is in the works with Sony at the helm. Neither Konami nor Sony have confirmed anything of the sort, however. Last year, in fact, a representative from Konami merely stated the publisher was "considering ways to provide the next [Silent Hill] title." It seems such a lack of clarity won't soon be remedied.
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An announcement to Konami investors regarding "executive appointments, official personnel changes, and organizational restructuring" left fans and some media outlets reeling about Konami's future in games. Especially of note is the announcement's mention that Production Divisions 1, 2, and 3 are all being dissolved to "respond to the rapid market that surrounds us." Considering the Production Divisions relation to the publisher's gaming business, many misinterpreted the news as Konami's shutting the door on interactive entertainment. Yet, in a statement to IGN, the company offered clarification: "The announcement made refers to an internal restructure, with Production Divisions being consolidated. We have not ‘shut down’ our video gaming division." Simply put, these changes count as little more than an organizational restructure to ensure the business operates more efficiently.
All of this indicates that Konami actually isn't walking away from games anytime soon. Therefore, its valuable IP, which includes Metal Gear Solid, Castlevania, Silent Hill, and more, will likely remain attached to the Japanese publisher for a long time to come.
Starting with Hideo Kojima's ousting in 2015, Konami has been under fire for how it manages the gaming side of its business. As far as the internet is concerned, the company seems far more invested in Pachinko machines. But Konami continues to make other moves connected to the business that suggest someone does listen to feedback. Netflix's Castlevania, for instance, wouldn't have been possible without Konami seeing value of some kind in the long-dormant IP. Perhaps all hope isn't lost just yet?