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PlatinumGames’ Hideki Kamiya leaving the company

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PlatinumGames’ Hideki Kamiya is leaving the company, he’s recently confirmed.

Kamiya, who was also recently appointed a vice president of PlatinumGames, is the creator of Bayonetta and responsible for other titles including The Wonderful 101 alongside Okami, Resident Evil 2 and Viewtiful Joe at Capcom.

“As announced on the official PlatinumGames X account, I will be leaving PlatinumGames on October 12, 2023,” he wrote on social media.

“This came after a lot of consideration based on my own beliefs. and was by no means an easy decision to make.

“However, I feel this outcome is for the best. I will continue to create in my Hideki Kamiya way. I hope you’ll keep your eyes peeled.”

We’ll keep you informed as Kamiya shares his next steps with the world.


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