Remember when Koei Tecmo announced the establishment of a new, unnamed studio last year that would deliver triple-A titles? Led by Yosuke Hayashi of Dead or Alive, Hyrule Warriors, Ninja Gaiden, Metroid: Other M and Fatal Frame fame, it’s gearing up to reveal its first title in 2025.
In the recent end-of-year statements from various Japanese game developers by 4Gamer.net, Hayashi said (translation via Gematsu), “2025 should be a year where we can announce and deliver various titles, including the AAA studio title I’m currently in charge of. I hope this year brings even greater excitement to the entertainment format that is video games.”
Nothing is known about the title in question, though Koei Tecmo said the studio would focus on developing “new major titles” and exists “as a project independent from existing brands.” It could very well be a new IP, not unlike last year’s Rise of the Ronin from Team Ninja, but we’ll have to wait for more details.
Speaking of Team Ninja, president Fumihiko Yasuda said the developer hopes to “announce and release titles” befitting its 30th anniversary. A new Ninja Gaiden serving as a follow-up to the 3D action-adventure series? Time will tell, so stay tuned for updates, but at least there’s The Game Bakers’ Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound to look forward to this Summer. It’s a 2D side-scroller that pays homage to the series’ retro roots – head here for more details.
