A new regulatory filing has confirmed that the Electronic Gaming Development Company (EGDC), a subsidiary of the Saudi Arabian MiSK Foundation, has acquired a significant minority stake in Capcom Co., Ltd. According to a report submitted to the Kanto Local Finance Bureau on March 13, 2026, the firm now holds 26,788,500 shares, representing approximately 5.03% of the company’s total stock.
This acquisition marks a substantial increase in Saudi-linked influence over the developer behind Resident Evil and Street Fighter. While EGDC is a distinct entity owned by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman’s non-profit foundation, the Saudi Public Investment Fund (PIF) has held its own roughly 5% stake in Capcom since 2022.
Collectively, these Saudi-backed entities now control more than 10% of Capcom’s outstanding shares, positioning them among the publisher’s largest shareholders.
The move comes after a period of record-breaking financial performance for Capcom, fueled by the massive commercial success of Resident Evil Requiem, which recently surpassed 5 million units sold, becoming the fastest-selling entry in the franchise’s history.
The investment follows a consistent pattern of Saudi expansion into the global gaming sector. EGDC previously gained international attention by acquiring a 100% ownership stake in SNK Corporation, the developer of The King of Fighters. Beyond Capcom, Saudi-backed funds maintain multi-billion dollar positions in other industry giants, including Nintendo, Electronic Arts, and Take-Two Interactive.
