Former Bayonetta Origins Director Joins Sony\'s Housemarque

Key Departures at PlatinumGames and Housemarque's New Project

PlatinumGames, known for its action titles like Bayonetta, has experienced a significant exodus of key developers recently. This follows the departure of Hideki Kamiya, the creator of Bayonetta, who cited creative differences with the studio's direction. His subsequent involvement with a Capcom Okami sequel further fueled concerns about PlatinumGames' future.

Adding to this uncertainty, Abebe Tinari, director of Bayonetta Origins: Cereza and the Lost Demon, has left PlatinumGames. Tinari's LinkedIn profile confirms his move to Helsinki, Finland, to take on a lead game designer role at Housemarque, the studio behind the acclaimed Returnal.

Tinari's transition to Housemarque is particularly noteworthy as the studio is currently developing a new, unannounced IP. While the specifics of Tinari's contribution remain undisclosed, his expertise is likely integral to this project. Housemarque's acquisition by PlayStation and its post-Returnal focus suggest a significant undertaking, with a potential reveal date not expected until at least 2026.

The Impact on PlatinumGames

The departure of several high-profile developers raises questions about the future of PlatinumGames' projects. While the studio is celebrating Bayonetta's 15th anniversary—potentially hinting at a new installment in the series—the status of Project GG, a new IP previously led by Kamiya, remains uncertain. The impact of Kamiya's and Tinari's departures on Project GG's development timeline is yet to be seen. The overall effect of these departures on PlatinumGames' future output remains to be determined.

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