KONAMI's Game Interest Survey Is Adorably Sad

Konami has become infamous after their recent series of questionable decisions. First, they gave one of their most successful devs — Hideo Kojima — the boot, and then they cancelled the much hyped Silent Hill sequel. In an attempt to get back in touch with their community, Konami has released a survey asking which of their many gaming IPs people are actually interested in. Unfortunately, two of the the IPs that gamers actually DO care about are missing. On a list that includes series as obscure as Mystical Ninja Starring Goemon and Rocket Knight, the fact that Silent Hill and Metal Gear Solid aren’t on the list is more than an oversight.

Konami is obviously going to continue milking their two cash cows, so it doesn’t matter how many people vote for them, the games are going to get made regardless. But it would be nice if Konami at least pretended to care, but they don't. Gamers are outraged by how Konami has banished Kojima from his own projects and cancelled what seemed like an obvious moneymaker, but Konami really doesn’t care. They are going to do whatever they want, and this survey just seems to be a blatant, and sad, feigned attempt at considering what others think.

Do you really think Konami would make another Mystical Ninja Starring Goemon game if it got a million votes? Never in a million years! It’s not a guaranteed moneymaker, and even if it did get made, it would end up being some monstrosity like the modern Lords of Shadow Castlevania games.

Speaking of Castlevania, I was happy to see it on the list, but I wish there was a comment box where I could specify which style of Castlevania games I want. I want more “Symphony of the Night” or “Aria of Sorrow,” not more God of War clones. So, everyone, fill out the survey so we can all pretend Konami isn’t just a money-driven, faceless machine. And maybe if it gets enough votes we’ll get a new, good, Gradius game. If only.