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Bayonetta Origins Ex-Lead Joins Housemarque

Author : Aria Jan 22,2025

Bayonetta Origins Ex-Lead Joins Housemarque

Summary

PlatinumGames, the studio behind the Bayonetta series, has experienced a significant exodus of key developers, sparking concerns about its future direction. The departure of Abebe Tinari, director of Bayonetta Origins: Cereza and the Lost Demon, is the latest in a series of high-profile exits. Tinari has joined Housemarque, the Returnal developer, as a lead game designer.

The departures follow Hideki Kamiya's exit from PlatinumGames in September 2023, a move that fueled speculation about the studio's future. Kamiya's subsequent announcement as the lead developer of a Capcom Okami sequel further intensified these concerns.

Several other top PlatinumGames developers have also reportedly left the studio, further adding to the uncertainty. Tinari's move to Housemarque, confirmed via his LinkedIn profile, suggests he will contribute to their currently unannounced new IP. While Housemarque's next game isn't expected until at least 2026, Tinari's expertise will undoubtedly be a valuable asset.

PlatinumGames' Future Uncertain

The impact of these departures on PlatinumGames' upcoming projects remains unclear. While the studio is celebrating Bayonetta's 15th anniversary, which might include a new game announcement, the status of Project GG, a new IP helmed by the now-departed Kamiya, is uncertain. The project's development timeline is likely to be affected by his absence. The overall situation leaves many questioning the studio's future trajectory.

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