Recently, IGN Japan sat down with Kamiya in Osaka to delve into the reasons behind his departure from PlatinumGames, his YouTube channel plans, and the upcoming joint interview with his Capcom mentor, Shinji Mikami.

Why Leave PlatinumGames?

Kamiya explained,  He emphasized his view of games as works of art and expressed the desire to create games that reflect his unique style.

The Farewell and Reactions

Regarding his departure’s aftermath, Kamiya shared,  He acknowledged the sadness among the team members but asserted that he doesn’t regret his decision.

Future Game Development

While constrained by contractual obligations for the next year, Kamiya shared his plan to involve fans in his game development process through the YouTube channel once the hiatus ends. He stressed his commitment to creating games that players can enjoy as “Hideki Kamiya games.“ What are your thoughts about this news? Let us know in the comments section below.