All Elite Wrestling superstar Kenny Omega wants to bring more non-wrestling fans into the profession. He has been involved in the wrestling business for over 20 years, allowing him to understand how to build a fanbase. The former AEW World Champion believes that giving your program time and care is one of the key factors in bringing in a new audience to your company.
In an interview with Gamespot\'s Dave Jewitt, Omega shared his thoughts on the video game Like A Dragon: Infinite Wealth and how it can relate to wrestling. He believes wrestling shouldn\'t be afraid to be creative and have fun like the video game. Omega\'s philosophy is that wrestling fans will appreciate it and can bring a new audience to the profession.
\"As a wrestler in 2024, you always think of new ways. How are we going to bring new fans in? How can we get a new fanbase,\" said Omega.
The former AEW World Champion explained that he believes wrestling should try to appeal to different people, whether it be age or culture.
\"...We want anyone to appreciate what we do as an art form, as a form of entertainment. Much like the Like A Dragon universe, it can be whatever you want it to be as long as you give it a proper introduction, explain it, and have fun with it,\" said Omega.
He added, \"...That\'s sort of my take on wrestling and clearly that sort of like the take on this game where if you put time and care into everything that you do, you\'ll get the appreciation back. People will have fun with it.\
Update On Kenny Omega
Omega is currently out of action as he looks to recover from diverticulitis. He had initially thought that it was a hernia until he went to the hospital on December 15, 2023. The AEW superstar revealed on Twitter after his diagnosis that he would be out of action for an indefinite amount of time.
AEW President Tony Khan shared in a recent interview with Sports Grid that Omega is doing better than before. However, he is still far from making a return and hopes he makes a full recovery.
It\'s expected Omega will take his time to heal before he steps back into a ring. Although it\'s unfortunate that \'The Best Bout Machine\' could be out for most of the year, it should be encouraging that he looks in good shape and spirits during his interview.
