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Shinji Mikami to join AIAS Hall of Fame at 2026 DICE Awards
Prolific game developer Shinji Mikami, known for pioneering the Resident Evil series, will be inducted into the Hall of Fame at the 30th annual DICE Awards on February 18, 2026. The Academy of Interactive Arts & Sciences (AIAS) is honoring Mikami for his over 30-year career, which includes founding Tango Gameworks and establishing Unbound. Goichi Suda will present the award.
Stellar Blade studio Shift Up breaks from publishing partner Sony for "high-quality self-publishing"
South Korean developer Shift Up, known for Stellar Blade, has announced plans to self-publish its upcoming title Stellar Blade 2. This strategic shift away from publishing partner Sony aims to allow the studio greater control over marketing and IP identity. Shift Up also recently acquired Unbound, a studio founded by Shinji Mikami.
Resident Evil creator's new studio is working on "multiple projects" according to Stellar Blade developer…
Shinji Mikami's new studio, Unbound, is working on multiple game projects, according to Stellar Blade developer Shift Up. Shift Up will be publishing Unbound's debut title, which is described as an action RPG. The studio has approximately 60 developers and plans a sequential rollout of new high-end and mid-scale titles.
Shift Up Will Self-Publish The Stellar Blade Sequel To Reach A "Broad Global Audience"
South Korean developer Shift Up has confirmed plans to self-publish the sequel to its action title Stellar Blade, aiming for a broad global audience from day one. The studio is also exploring platform expansion for the original Stellar Blade, which was a PlayStation 5 console exclusive. Shift Up recently acquired Shinji Mikami's studio Unbound, suggesting future multi-platform releases.
Shift Up Plans To Reveal Stellar Blade and Project Spirits Details This Year | Console Creatures
Shift Up plans to reveal details for Stellar Blade and its new project, formerly known as Project: Unbound, later this year. The company will self-publish both titles, leveraging global talent to strengthen its in-house publishing capabilities. Development for the next Stellar Blade title is progressing smoothly, with a focus on a direct and effective go-to-market strategy.
The Next Stellar Blade Game Will Be Revealed This Year
Developer SHIFT UP announced that new information for the next Stellar Blade game and its project 'Project Spirits' will be revealed this year. The company also confirmed that both titles, along with those from the recently acquired UNBOUND studio, will be self-published. The financial report also highlighted the continued success of Goddess of Victory: NIKKE.
Next Stellar Blade and Project Spirits details to be revealed in 2026
Developer SHIFT UP announced that details for the next Stellar Blade and Project Spirits titles will be revealed in 2026. SHIFT UP will self-publish both games, as well as titles from the recently acquired UNBOUND studio, led by Shinji Mikami. The company also provided updates on Goddess of Victory: NIKKE's performance and future strategy.
Stellar Blade 2 Isn't Being Published By Sony, And That's Great News For PC Gamers
Stellar Blade developer Shift Up has announced that Stellar Blade 2 will not be published by Sony, marking a transition to self-publishing. This move aims to allow Shift Up to better control marketing and directly communicate the IP's identity. The studio also confirmed that details on Stellar Blade 2 and its flagship title Project Spirits will be revealed this year, with a simultaneous release on PlayStation 5 and PC being considered due to the first game's strong PC sales.
Resident Evil Creator's New Studio Sold To Stellar Blade Owner
Shinji Mikami, the creator of Resident Evil, has sold his studio Unbound to Shift Up, the developer behind Stellar Blade. Unbound is currently working on new PC and console games for the global market. Mikami stated that the partnership with Shift Up is ideal for focusing on creativity.
Shinji Mikami's next game was just stealth-announced in a YouTube video and it sure looks like the creator of survival horror is back doing what he does best
Industry legend Shinji Mikami's new studio, Unbound, has been acquired by Korean publisher Shift Up, known for Stellar Blade. Mikami expressed enthusiasm for the partnership, citing strong synergy with Shift Up CEO Hyung-Tae Kim and a shared focus on creativity. The acquisition aims to deliver top-tier gaming experiences globally and enhance Shift Up's development capabilities.
SHIFT UP Acquires Shinji Mikami Studio UNBOUND
Stellar Blade developer SHIFT UP has acquired Shinji Mikami's studio UNBOUND, which is developing new PC and console titles. This acquisition aims to expand SHIFT UP's console and PC development pipeline and global publishing capabilities. Both company leaders expressed excitement about the synergy and creative potential of the partnership.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Resident Evil director's new AAA studio is "joining forces" with Stellar Blade developer Shift Up "to create a masterpiece of a game" – and no, this isn't an April Fool's joke
Stellar Blade developer Shift Up and Resident Evil director Shinji Mikami's studio Unbound have announced a partnership to create a new game. Both studios expressed excitement about collaborating, with Mikami aiming to create a "masterpiece" and Kim Hyung-tae emphasizing their aligned creative visions.
Stellar Blade Dev Acquires Shinji Mikami's New Studio, Will Publish Its Games
Stellar Blade developer Shift Up has acquired Unbound, the new studio founded by horror game veteran Shinji Mikami. Shift Up will now publish games developed by Unbound, whose first project is a new IP built in Unreal Engine 5 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. Both Shinji Mikami and Shift Up CEO Hyung Tae Kim expressed enthusiasm for their shared creative vision and commitment to high-quality game development.
Stellar Blade Developer Shift Up Buys Resident Evil Creator Shinji Mikami's New Studio: 'For the First Time in a While, I'll Be Fully Involved On-Site to Work on a Fairly Large Game'
Stellar Blade developer Shift Up has acquired Shinji Mikami's new studio, Unbound. Shift Up will assist in the creation and publication of Unbound's next game, with Mikami stating he will be fully involved on-site.
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.
Shift Up Acquires Shinji Mikami Studio Unbound
Shift Up has fully acquired Shinji Mikami's studio, Unbound, which focuses on developing original console and PC intellectual properties. This acquisition aims to strengthen Shift Up's global development efforts and expand its PC and console game production. Unbound will continue its focus on creative development with multiple projects in progress, while Shift Up will directly publish their titles.