Konami launches merch store

[MikeProtagonist]

The highly productive games producer and purveyor of erotic violence, Konami, has just opened an official store for licensed merch:

Official Konami Shop

Welcome to Official Konami Shop. Official merch from your favorite games. You will find new Items every 2 weeks. Suikoden, Castlevania, Metal Gear Solid, Goemon, Dance Dance Revolution, PES, Sunset Riders, and more of the Konami Classics Video Games. All the gear in one place.

officialkonamishop.com

I was surprised that it wasn't already posted, but I couldn't find anything about it. Anyway, as a certified Symphony of the Night fanboy I had to grab some stuff on there, and also some Sunset Riders and Suikoden stuff because I'm a dirty little consumer and GODDAMMIT KONAMI USED TO MAKE THE BEST GAMES AAAAAARGH.

I guess it remains to be seen how the service works, and how good quality this stuff is. Realistically, anyone could get up a print shop to make t-shirts and mugs and stuff, so it's not like this is indicative of any effort on their part more than "huh, unlicensed stuff from our IP sells really well, let's ask someone who knows how to make licensed stuff".

If nothing else, it's surprising to see Konami actually acknowledge that Suikoden, Goemon, Dance Dance Revolution and goddamn Track & Field ever existed.

 

[Issen]

With this and the recent leaks from VGC that seemingly confirm previous leaks about Silent Hill, MGS and Castlevania... Is Konami actually coming back?

 

[super-famicom]

What a deal for $32.99

 

[TransEuropaExpress]

"Hey guyz, remember all the amazing, classic gaming franchises we won't ever do anything great with again LOL"

What a deal for $32.99

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What a
horrible
deal to
have a
hat.

 

[Cactuar]

Are those the official Contra glasses?

 

[asd202]

Wow an official konami post mentioning Suikoden. What a time to be alive

 

[kurahador]

Konami pachinko business isn't doing well I guess due to the pandemic.

 

[super-famicom]

Oh snap

 

[Z-Beat]

It's a little barebones

 

[Lord Fanny]

I actually like this one:

Metal Gear Alert Embroidered T-Shirt

Buy Metal Gear Solid Unisex T-Shirt. This t-shirt is everything you've dreamed of and more. It feels soft and lightweight, with the right amount of stretch. It's comfortable and flattering for both men and women.

officialkonamishop.com

 

[DarthButcher]

How dare Konami acknowledge they made video games.

 

[Lord Fanny]

Are those the official Contra glasses?

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I don't see any Contra stuff

 

[Infinity Times Two]

Finally the mug I can use to start uncomfortable discussions with

 

[andymcc]

Sunset Riders and Goemon... those are, uh, oddly specific of all Konami games to merch...

 

[Thera]

Is Konami actually coming back?

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Their IP are. Someone told us about royalties I guess.

 

[kingslunk]

I copped some metal gear solid merc not gonna lie...

 

[justiceiro]

Finally the mug I can use to start uncomfortable discussions with

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Finally found the perfect gift for my ex-girlfriend.

 

[IceBear]

wow $40 for a castlevania pillow. really?

 

[Dennis8K]

Where is my "A miserable little pile of secrets" shirt?

 

[Lucreto]

Tempted by the Suikoden Map.

 

[Rowsdower]

I'm really interested in that DDR beanie, not gonna lie.

 

[dpanim]

Can't wait until they add the Silent Hill section.

 

[ghostcrew]

Oh snap

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omg

 

[JumbiePrime]

Finally the mug I can use to start uncomfortable discussions with

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The perfect wedding anniversary gift!!

 

[geronimo73]

No Silent Hill merch

 

[MikeProtagonist]

wow $40 for a castlevania pillow. really?

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I'm part of the problem.

With this and the recent leaks from VGC that seemingly confirm previous leaks about Silent Hill, MGS and Castlevania... Is Konami actually coming back?

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More like Konami noticed that they can make money without hiring anyone but a couple of IP lawyers.

 

[Magog]

No Silent Hill? I want a Dhalia Gillespie beanie, dammit.

 

[Desmond]

Oh snap

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Throw a nice jacket over that 🔥🔥

 

[AlgusUnderdunk]

Where's my 12-pack of disposable wineglasses?

 

[TheJollyCorner]

Konami right now:

 

[Spring-Loaded]

Pretty soulless stuff

Would've hoped for this on a shirt at least

 

[eXistor]

Sunset Riders but no "Bury me with my Money" shirt or wallet?

 

[Zultima]

No place to input Konami Code for discount? Cause those prices are whack

 

[BasilZero]

So this is what the games were sacrificed for eh?

;(

 

[CielYoshi]

No "Bury me with my money" merch? :(

 

[eXistor]

Where's my 12-pack of disposable wineglasses?

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Dude, that's genius and that's exactly what they should be selling instead of overpriced shirts.

Or stuff like Castlevania wallmeat squeeze-toys.

 

[Bus-TEE]

I'll buy a Konami branded lanyard that doesn't actually let you access anywhere leading you to suspect you've been fired.

 

[Mafro]

I miss Goemon.

 

[ThreePi]

If you told me this was unlicensed merch at a Hot Topic I'd believe you.

 

[Kromeo]

I's almost be tempted to stick a Suikoden T shirt up on the wall

 

[ZeroX]

Most of this stuff is not particularly good

it's like someone at the office with a vague interest in graphic design and an okay knowledge of the games was like "hey can I get out of janitorial duty if I do this"

 

[Zonic]

On the one hand, damn, DDR AND Goemon? I know Fangamer did some Goemon (& Sunset Riders) stuff not too long ago, but to see Konami actually remember some of their other franchises exist is ni

....but geeeeez some of that stuff is way too much. Clearly you're paying for the fact these are only available through this store.

If anything, I wanna see some of their Konami Style (aka their Japanese store) stuff come over, like the soundtracks. One of which is a TEN DISC collection of shmup music!
https://www.konamistyle.jp/products/detail.php?product_id=109620

What a
horrible
deal to
have a
hat.

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What is a deal?
A miserable little pile of discounts!

Sunset Riders but no "Bury me with my Money" shirt or wallet?

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No "Bury me with my money" merch? :(

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Guess it's not available anymore, but Fangamer did have Sunset Riders merchandise, including a "Bury Me With My Money" wallet:

 

[andymcc]

Pretty soulless stuff

Would've hoped for this on a shirt at least

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yeah, or one with just my dude Cormano getting his booze on.

 

[SpotAnime]

Aside from the Goemon and Sunset Riders shirts, the rest of the designs are pretty uninspired. IMO the Sega shop as the best shirt designs.

 

[Oleander]

No place to input Konami Code for discount? Cause those prices are whack

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Actually, using the code UPUPDOWNDOWN10 gives you a 10% discount on your first order, so sorta.

I got some Suikoden stuff, because I'm a goon that will buy anything Suikoden related because I'm Stockholm Syndrome'd with this publisher hardcore. That said, I'm absolutely going to frame a map of the Dunan region and I will treasure it.

 

[entremet]

Pretty soulless stuff

Would've hoped for this on a shirt at least

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what is this?

 

[andymcc]

what is this?

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[KaiPow]

I was sent the Sunset Riders Adios Amigos hoodie and it's pretty comfy, although the Konami copyright on the front is already wearing off.

Gonna be giving away that Suikoden Ink Circle shirt once I figure out how to get the contest set up on Wccftech.

 

[Theorry]

Where is my shirt that says "extreeeeeme" ?

 

[FinFunnels]

Where's my Bloody Roar hot/cold transforming mugs?