Platinum Games is currently seeking new talent for an upcoming online action game, following the departure of several prominent developers from the company. The studio has posted a job listing for a game designer role on its official website, indicating that they are working on an online action game. The ideal candidate should have experience in designing online action games and level design for online or “open field” games.
Platinum Games, known for its work on Ninja Gaiden 4 with Team Ninja, has faced challenges in recent years. While Bayonetta 3 received positive reviews, Babylon’s Fall was a disappointment, and key developers, including Hideki Kamiya, have left the company. With the online action game mentioned in the job listing, Platinum Games is venturing into this genre for the second time.
Despite financial struggles, Platinum Games has a dedicated fan base due to critically acclaimed single-player games like Astral Chain. The shift towards online games aligns with the studio’s business strategy, although it may disappoint fans of their traditional games. The studio’s current focus on the online action game suggests that its release may be further down the line.
As Platinum Games continues to work on multiple projects, including Ninja Gaiden 4, it is evident that the studio is far from finished. The decision to develop an online action game raises questions about the studio’s future direction. Share your thoughts on Platinum Games’ shift towards online games in the comments below.
