Schalke’s marketing director, Alexander Jobst: “We’re happy to have on board a world-famous games manufacturer like KONAMI. It shows the leading role that FC Schalke 04 have in E-Sports internationally. KONAMI is like no other company and allows our fans to play with the true S04 in game.”

Jonas Lygaard, senior director for Brand and Business Development at KONAMI, said: “FC Schalke 04 are one of the most famous and successful clubs in Europe and are working hard in the domain of E-Sports. That suits KONAMI.”

Fans of the Royal Blues may look forward to a true representation of FC Schalke 04 due to the licence agreement given the Pro Evolution Soccer. KONAMI will manufacture a detailed profile of each player and gives the likes of Ralf Fährmann, Amie Hairt and Breel Embolo realistic movements on the virtual pitch. Also, the VELTINS-Arena will be recreated in game so Schalke fans can play in front of their very own Nordkurve.