Bayonetta and Devil May Cry creator is leaving PlatinumGames

Either way, the concensus is clear - fans are worried about the company's direction.

PlatinumGames, despite having great talent, seems to have been chasing a breakout game in recent years, and this might have led to internal disagreements.

Kamiya's illustrious career had previously seen him working on groundbreaking titles such as the original Resident Evil, Resident Evil 2, and the first Devil May Cry at Capcom. His vibrant, opinionated nature, combined with his unyielding passion for retro games, left an indelible mark on the industry. His co-founding of PlatinumGames with Shinji Mikami and Atsushi Inaba paved the way for a new wave of creativity, birthing classics like Bayonetta and The Wonderful 101. A notable dark patch in this journey was the cancellation of Scalebound, an ambitious project with Microsoft Studios. At the time of his departure, Kamiya was working on a project known as Project G.G., whose future remains uncertain in the wake of his departure.

The gaming world stands in solidarity, reminiscing about the masterpieces Kamiya had crafted. However, it isn't just the games he directly worked on. His influence at PlatinumGames was far-reaching. Many attribute the company''s unique development philosophy and its ability to churn out titles like Astral Chain and Nier to Kamiya's influence, even if he wasn't directly involved.

It's undeniable that Kamiya's departure will create ripples in PlatinumGames, affecting its upcoming titles and possibly the overall direction of the company. However, the industry is also curious to see what Kamiya does next. Some have speculated a reunion with Shinji Mikami, who left Platinum in 2010 to establish Tango Gameworks.

While the road ahead is uncertain, one thing is clear: the industry is waiting for Kamiya's next step. Will he join another existing gaming giant or create his new empire? Only time will tell. But for now, the gaming community continues to cherish the masterpieces Kamiya has left behind and wishes him success in all his future endeavors.

Who knows? Maybe Hideki Kamiya will give his old buddy, Shinji Mikami, a call. The Tango Gameworks co-founder had recently left his studio as well. It'll be interesting to see what these two will come up with next in their reunion.