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Mikami's New Studio Acquired by Stellar Blade Developer
1 Apr
Summary
- Shift Up acquired Shinji Mikami's new studio, Unbound Inc.
- Unbound's unannounced games will be supported by Shift Up.
- Mikami expressed excitement about creative alignment with Shift Up.
Shift Up, known for Stellar Blade, has acquired Shinji Mikami's burgeoning studio, Unbound Inc. This strategic move ensures full support and distribution for Unbound's unannounced projects from the South Korean publisher, led by CEO Hyung-Tae Kim.
Mikami, a luminary in horror game development, founded Unbound after leaving Tango Gameworks. His new studio, established in 2022, is targeting the global PC and console markets with monster-centric concepts. The acquisition provides stability for Mikami's new venture.
Mikami shared his optimism about the partnership, stating, "We believe we can respect each other as creators and make games together." He specifically highlighted his alignment with Hyung-Tae Kim's vision, an experience he described as rare in his career.
This collaboration holds exciting potential, possibly merging Mikami's renowned survival horror elements with Shift Up's signature aesthetic. Fans anticipate innovative titles stemming from this union, drawing parallels to successful games from both creators' past works.
