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Tekken 7 & 8 Director Kohei Ikeda Departs Bandai Namco After 20 Years / 『鉄拳7』『鉄拳8』ディレクター池田幸平氏がバンダイナムコを退社！20年の功績に注目 - ANIME SOURCE JAPAN

Kohei Ikeda, the acclaimed director behind “Tekken 7” and “Tekken 8,” has announced his departure from Bandai Namco Entertainment after two decades of service. Ikeda’s extensive tenure saw him play a pivotal role in shaping the iconic fighting game franchise, leaving an indelible mark on its legacy. The gaming community is now keenly watching his next career move, anticipating what new projects he might undertake following his significant contributions to one of the industry’s most beloved series.

『鉄拳7』『鉄拳8』のディレクターを務めた池田幸平氏が、20年間在籍したバンダイナムコエンターテインメントを退社したことが明らかになりました。長きにわたり格闘ゲームの金字塔を支え、シリーズに多大な貢献をしてきた池田氏の今後の動向に、ゲーム業界内外から大きな注目が集まっています。彼の功績は、多くのファンに記憶されることでしょう。

Editorial Perspective

Kohei Ikeda’s departure marks a significant moment for the Tekken franchise, given his two-decade-long influence. His contributions have undeniably shaped the series, and the industry eagerly awaits his next venture.