PlatinumGames confirms exit of co-founder Hideki Kamiya

According to the Japanese studio, Kamiya's last day at PlatinumGames will be on October 12, 2023.

"We regret to announce that Hideki Kamiya will be leaving PlatinumGames on October 12, 2023", the statement from the developer reads. "We are truly grateful for his creative ideas, leadership, and contribution to the growth of PlatinumGames from our start-up to this very day."

Kamiya, who made a name for himself at Capcom with seminal games like Resident Evil 2 and Devil May Cry in the early 2000s before going on to co-found Platinum Games in 2006 and create the popular Bayonetta series, took to X to say the decision was made based on his personal convictions.

"As announced on the official PlatinumGames X account, I will be leaving PlatinumGames on October 12, 2023," he wrote.

"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."