PlatinumGames Loses Key Director to Housemarque

The departure of Abebe Tinari, director of Bayonetta Origins: Cereza and the Lost Demon, from PlatinumGames to Housemarque, adds to the growing concerns surrounding PlatinumGames' future. Tinari's move to Housemarque, the Returnal developer, follows the high-profile exit of Hideki Kamiya, the creator of Bayonetta, in September 2023. Kamiya's departure, fueled by creative differences, sparked speculation about the studio's direction, further amplified by subsequent rumors of other key developers leaving.

Tinari's LinkedIn profile confirms his new role as Lead Game Designer at Housemarque, located in Helsinki, Finland. This suggests he'll likely contribute to Housemarque's unannounced new IP, a project the studio has been developing since the release of Returnal in 2021. While Housemarque's next game is unlikely to be revealed before 2026, Tinari's expertise will undoubtedly be a valuable asset.

The impact of these departures on PlatinumGames remains uncertain. While the studio is celebrating Bayonetta's 15th anniversary, potentially hinting at a new installment, the future of Project GG, a new IP previously spearheaded by Kamiya, is now shrouded in doubt. The loss of several prominent developers raises questions about the studio's ability to maintain its momentum and deliver on its ambitious projects. The situation underscores a period of significant change and uncertainty for the renowned Japanese developer.

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