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Shift Up, the developer behind Stellar Blade, has acquired Shinji Mikami's studio, formerly known as Tango Gameworks. This move signals a significant shift in the industry landscape as established studios merge.

Engadget

Mr. Resident Evil signs a deal with Mr. Stellar Blade

Shift Up, the company behind Stellar Blade and Goddess of Victory: Nikke, has acquired Shinji Mikami's new studio, Unbound Inc. Unbound's unannounced games will be supported and distributed by Shift Up, with Mikami expressing confidence in a creative partnership with CEO Hyung-Tae Kim. This acquisition follows the closure of Mikami's previous studio, Tango Gameworks, by Microsoft.

Tech Raptor

Stellar Blade's Shift Up Buys Shinji Mikami's New Studio Unbound

Shift Up, the studio behind Stellar Blade and Goddess of Victory: Nikke, has acquired Unbound, a new studio founded by Resident Evil creator Shinji Mikami. The partnership aims to leverage Mikami's team's expertise to create original PC and console IPs. This acquisition follows the significant sales success of Stellar Blade.

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Rock Paper Shotgun

Resident Evil director Shinji Mikami partners with Stellar Blade devs Shift Up to make "smaller, experimental titles alongside a large-scale flagship"

Resident Evil director Shinji Mikami has partnered with Korean studio Shift Up, the developers of Stellar Blade. Mikami's new company, Unbound, will focus on developing smaller, experimental titles alongside a large-scale flagship game. Shift Up has acquired Unbound, and Mikami expressed a sense of synergy with Shift Up's CEO, Hyung-Tae Kim.

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Metro UK

Resident Evil creator teases next game as he joins forces with Stellar Blade dev

Stellar Blade developer Shift Up has acquired Shinji Mikami's studio, Unbound Games, and will publish its future titles. Mikami, known for creating Resident Evil, stated he will be 'fully involved' in the studio's next AAA console game, with a brief tease of a monster in a ruined city shown.

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Games Industry

Stellar Blade developer Shift Up acquires Shinji Mikami's new studio

South Korean developer Shift Up has acquired Unbound, a new studio founded by veteran creator Shinji Mikami. The acquisition aims to bolster Shift Up's global PC and console publishing capabilities, with Unbound working on a significant new game. Both companies expressed excitement about creative synergy and delivering high-quality gaming experiences worldwide.

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Eurogamer

Stellar Blade developer acquires Resident Evil creator Shinji Mikami's new studio, Unbound

Stellar Blade developer Shift Up has acquired Unbound, the studio founded by Resident Evil creator Shinji Mikami. The partnership aims to leverage shared visions for game creation, with Unbound currently developing a new PC and console IP. Shift Up plans to handle publishing for Unbound's titles and enhance its global service capabilities.

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Gamedeveloper.com

Shift Up has acquired Resident Evil creator Shinji Mikami's new studio

Stellar Blade developer Shift Up has acquired Unbound Inc, the new studio founded by Resident Evil creator Shinji Mikami. Unbound is developing original console and PC titles, which Shift Up will publish. The acquisition aims to expand Shift Up's publishing reach and bolster its development talent with Mikami's team.

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Console Creatures

Shift Up Acquires Shinji Mikami's Unbound Studio | Console Creatures

Shift Up, the developer behind Stellar Blade, has acquired Unbound, the studio founded by Shinji Mikami. The acquisition aims to integrate Unbound and leverage Shift Up's resources as a global publisher to develop original games. Both company leaders expressed enthusiasm for future collaboration and shared creative visions.

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Gaming Bolt

Stellar Blade Developer Acquires Shinji Mikami’s Studio Unbound

Shift Up, the developer of Stellar Blade, has acquired Shinji Mikami's studio Unbound, which focuses on PC and console titles. The partnership aims to enhance global development competitiveness and allow Unbound to focus on creative aspects of game development. Both companies have original PC and console IPs in development, and Shift Up will now publish Unbound's future games.

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Shack News

Shinji Mikami & Stellar Blade Director Kim Hyung Tae are teasing a game announcement

Shinji Mikami, following the end of his non-compete clause after leaving Tango Gameworks, is teasing a new game announcement with Stellar Blade director Kim Hyung Tae. Mikami has established his new studio, Unbound, which is expected to debut its first title soon.

Console Creatures

Alpha Nomos Is A Rhythm Roguelike That's Part Hades and Part Hi-Fo Rush | Console Creatures

Alpha Nomos is a new rhythm roguelike from RibCage Games that blends elements of Hades 2 and Hi-Fi Rush. The game features beat-driven combat where instruments are weapons, synchronized to the music. A demo is currently available on PC via Steam.

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N4G

Shinji Mikamis new studio, Unbound, is building a AAA original IP for consoles and PC

Shinji Mikami, director of Resident Evil 4, has founded a new studio named Unbound. The studio is currently developing a AAA original intellectual property for consoles and PC. Mikami departed from Tango Gameworks in 2023.

Gamezebo

Resident Evil Creator Shinji Mikami and Team Are Working on an AAA Action RPG

Resident Evil creator Shinji Mikami's new studio, Unbound Games, is reportedly working on a new AAA action RPG based on an original intellectual property. The multiplatform title will utilize Unreal Engine and appears to lean into fantasy themes, a departure from Mikami's signature survival horror. Developers who previously worked on series like Silent Hill and Devil May Cry are involved in the project.

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PC Gamer

Industry legend Shinji Mikami has a new(ish) studio with staff benefits like 'a chocolate fountain on…

Industry veteran Shinji Mikami has established a new development studio named Unbound, which has recently gained attention for its employee benefits, including a chocolate fountain and free alcohol. Mikami, who left Tango Gameworks in 2023, also formed Kamuy in 2024, though its relationship to Unbound is unclear. The studio aims to create original titles with a focus on realistic visuals and user enjoyment.

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Gaming Instincts

Shinji Mikami is Seemingly Working On A New Title At Unbound Studio

Shinji Mikami, renowned for his work on the Resident Evil series and Tango Gameworks, is reportedly working on a new title at Unbound, a studio founded by former Tango producer Masato Kimura. Unbound is developing a high-end original IP using Unreal Engine 5 for PlayStation 5, Xbox, and PC, aiming for AAA quality with AA content.

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Games Industry

Shinji Mikami forms AAA studio Unbound

Industry veteran Shinji Mikami has founded a new independent AAA studio named Unbound, which began operations in 2023. The studio, currently with about 50 staff members, is developing original IP for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, with plans to grow to 150 employees. Mikami also founded Kamuy in 2024, listed as the founder for Shadows of the Damned: Hella Remastered.

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Gaming Bolt

Shinji Mikami is Seemingly Working on a Secret Project at Development Studio Unbound – Rumor

Shinji Mikami, formerly of Tango Gameworks, is reportedly working on a secret new game project with producer Masato Kimura at Kimura's studio, Unbound. While Mikami also founded his own studio, KAMUY, for smaller projects, Unbound is committed to developing his larger initiatives. Details remain scarce, but cryptic messages on Unbound's website hint at Mikami's unique creative process.

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Rock Paper Shotgun

Resident Evil director Shinji Mikami has a new studio, Unbound, who are making original games for PC and console

Resident Evil director Shinji Mikami has founded a new studio named Unbound, which began operations in May 2023. The studio, comprising around 50 staff including former Tango Gameworks producer Masato Kimura, aims to create original "AA" games with aspirations for AAA quality for PC and consoles. Mikami previously left Tango Gameworks in 2023, shortly before Microsoft announced plans to close the studio.

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Cyberockk

Shinji Mikami’s New Studio Unbound Games Working on AAA Original IP

Legendary game designer Shinji Mikami has founded a new studio called Unbound Games, which is developing a AAA original IP for PlayStation 5, Xbox, and PC using Unreal Engine 5. The studio aims for AAA quality with a focused development scope and encourages creative experimentation. Mikami, known for creating Resident Evil, left Tango Gameworks in 2023 to establish this independent venture.

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