Bayonetta Director Hideki Kamiya Leaving PlatinumGames After 15 Years

Hideki Kamiya to leave PlatinumGames on October 12, 2023
Kamiya co-founded PlatinumGames in 2007 and directed Bayonetta and The Wonderful 101
He was creative director on Sol Cresta and was directing Project G.G. before leaving
PlatinumGames thanked Kamiya for his creative ideas, leadership, and contribution
Kamiya said the decision to leave wasn't easy but is for the best; he will continue creating games
PlatinumGames wished Kamiya the best and said the industry will be better with him still in it

gematsu.com

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