Gang of Dragon
News, coverage and analysis tracking Gang of Dragon across the outlets.
Something for the Weekend – 20/06/26This week's gaming news highlights a turbulent period for Xbox, with reports of layoffs at Zenimax and uncertainty surrounding game studios. Grand Theft Auto VI preorders are set to go live on June 25th, while Unreal Engine 6 is integrating generative AI tools. Several games received reviews, including The Adventures of Elliot and Constance, and previews for Control Resonant and Hot Wheels: Infinite Rush were also featured.
Yakuza Creator's Gang of Dragon PS5 Game Really Does Seem DeadEvidence suggests that Gang of Dragon, the PlayStation 5 game from Yakuza creator Toshihiro Nagoshi's Nagoshi Studio, has been cancelled. Publisher NetEase reportedly ceased funding, leading to the disappearance of the developer's YouTube channel and key personnel, including Nagoshi and studio director Daisuke Sato, distancing themselves from the project on social media and in interviews.
It Certainly Looks Like Yakuza Successor Gang Of Dragon Is DeadNagoshi Studios' debut title, Gang of Dragon, appears to be dead following the withdrawal of funding from NetEase and the disappearance of the studio's online presence. Creator Toshihiro Nagoshi is now listed simply as 'game creator' in Famitsu, and co-founder Daisuke Sato lists his involvement with the studio as 'ex-'. This suggests Nagoshi Studios is defunct, making the release of Gang of Dragon unlikely.
Gang of Dragon appears to have been cancelled and the studio closedThe game Gang of Dragon, announced in 2025 by Toshihiro Nagoshi's Nagoshi Studios, appears to have been cancelled. Evidence includes the studio's YouTube channel and website being shut down, a co-head's updated bio, and the Google Business listing being marked as permanently closed. Bloomberg previously reported that funder NetEase refused a $44 million payout to complete the game.- Capcom Says Betting On Teams Instead Of Visionaries Changed The CompanyCapcom attributes its recent success to a shift from individual-driven development to a team-first mentality. This change, implemented after examining responsibilities to shareholders, involved rebuilding titles from the ground up with a team-based approach, leading to significant transformation despite potential temporary sales dips. This strategy contrasts with creator-driven games, which can be tied to the ideas of a single person.
Gang of Dragon studio Nagoshi Studios has apparently shut downNagoshi Studios, founded by Yakuza series creator Toshihiro Nagoshi, has reportedly shut down after its debut title, Gang of Dragon, failed to secure further investment. NetEase withdrew funding for the game, citing a need for an additional $44 million to complete development. Official social media and YouTube channels for Gang of Dragon have been inactive or deleted, and the studio's physical location is marked as permanently closed.
Gang of Dragon Studio Website Goes OfflineThe official website for Nagoshi Studio's Gang of Dragon has gone offline, following the removal of the studio's YouTube channel and reports that NetEase has ceased funding. This raises concerns about the game's potential cancellation or hiatus as the studio seeks new financial backing. NetEase reportedly cut funding due to increasing development costs and the studio's failure to ship a title, but has allowed development to continue while Nagoshi Studio looks for alternative funding.
Gang of Dragon Studio’s Website Has Been Taken OfflineNagoshi Studio's official website has been taken offline, following the earlier disappearance of its YouTube page. This action, coupled with reports of NetEase ceasing funding for the project Gang of Dragon due to budget overruns, strongly suggests the game's cancellation or indefinite postponement. Director Toshihiro Nagoshi may be seeking alternative funding to revive the project.
Gang of Dragon studio website disappears without notice as NetEase funding dries upThe official website for Nagoshi Studio, founded by Yakuza creator Toshihiro Nagoshi, has disappeared following NetEase's withdrawal of funding for their debut game, Gang of Dragon. While the studio's YouTube channel remains, the website's disappearance suggests a worsening situation for the project, which was revealed at The Game Awards 2025.
Gang Of Dragon Developer's Website Gets WhackedNagoshi Studio, the developer behind the upcoming game Gang Of Dragon, is facing significant setbacks as its official website has gone completely offline. This follows reports of publisher NetEase pulling financial backing and the studio's YouTube channel briefly disappearing. The current status of the game and the studio is uncertain, with many fans expressing concern about its future.
Gang of Dragon Studio YouTube Channel Goes OfflineThe official YouTube channel for Nagoshi Studio's upcoming game Gang of Dragon has been taken offline, following reports that NetEase Games has ceased funding for the project. NetEase reportedly cited increasing development costs and the studio's lack of shipped titles as reasons for cutting off the estimated $44.4 million needed to complete the game. Nagoshi Studio, founded by Yakuza creator Toshihiro Nagoshi, intends to seek funding elsewhere and has been allowed to continue development while doing so.
Gang of Dragon Studio’s YouTube Page Has Gone OfflineThe official YouTube page for Toshihiro Nagoshi's upcoming game, Gang of Dragon, has gone offline amidst rumors of NetEase Games withdrawing funding. Nagoshi Studios is reportedly seeking new sponsors after the estimated ¥7 billion development cost became a barrier. Despite the YouTube page disappearing, the game's Steam page remains active.
The Future Looks Bleak for Yakuza Creator's New PS5 Title Gang of DragonThe upcoming PlayStation 5 title Gang of Dragon, from Yakuza creator Toshihiro Nagoshi's Nagoshi Studio, faces an uncertain future as publisher NetEase has reportedly ceased funding. Evidence of trouble includes the disappearance of the developer's YouTube channel, with reports suggesting a significant funding shortfall is preventing the game's completion.- Nagoshi Studio removes entire YouTube channel and Gang of Dragon trailers following funding woesNagoshi Studio has removed its entire YouTube channel, including trailers for its game Gang of Dragon, following reports that NetEase has pulled funding. The studio, led by Toshihiro Nagoshi, was reportedly seeking new investors to continue development after failing to secure a new deal by May. Gang of Dragon was intended as a spiritual successor to the Yakuza series.
Gang Of Dragon Developer Has Seemingly Erased Its YouTube ChannelNagoshi Studio, the developer behind Gang Of Dragon, has reportedly deleted its YouTube channel amidst financial struggles. The studio's funding partner, NetEase, has backed out, leaving the game's future uncertain as its estimated $44 million development cost looms and current funding is set to expire soon.
Announced, Delayed, Disappeared: The Games Still In LimboNumerous video games remain in limbo, with long development cycles and minimal updates causing concern among players. Titles like Beyond Good & Evil 2, The Wolf Among Us 2, and Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic Remake have faced significant delays and development challenges. While some studios offer reassurances, the prolonged uncertainty surrounding these projects leaves their eventual release in doubt.
3 months after revealing his debut project at The Game Awards, Yakuza creator Toshihiro Nagoshi loses NetEase funding…NetEase has reportedly withdrawn funding from Toshihiro Nagoshi's Nagoshi Studio, the developer behind the upcoming game Gang of Dragon. The decision comes just three months after the game's debut trailer at The Game Awards and follows a Bloomberg report indicating the project requires significant additional investment. Nagoshi Studio, founded by the Yakuza creator after his departure from Sega, is now seeking alternative funding.
Yakuza Creator's Nagoshi Studio Becomes Latest to Lose NetEase FundingToshihiro Nagoshi's Nagoshi Studio has lost funding from NetEase, effective May. The studio is now seeking new investors for its debut title, Gang of Dragon, and is in negotiations with NetEase over existing assets. Several other studios previously funded by NetEase have also lost their backing without releasing games.
PS5 Fans Upset as Promising Adventure Game Might Be CanceledThe upcoming action-adventure game Gang of Dragon, developed by Nagoshi Studio under NetEase, is reportedly facing cancellation due to a lack of additional funding. Parent company NetEase plans to cease financing the studio in May 2026, requiring the studio to secure $44.4 million to complete the game and find a new publisher. This news has disappointed PlayStation 5 players who were anticipating the title.
NetEase cuts funding to Gang of Dragon dev Nagoshi StudioNetEase will cease funding for Nagoshi Studio, the developer of Gang of Dragon, in May 2026. Sources indicate the decision was made due to an estimated ¥7 billion ($44.4 million) shortfall needed to complete the game. Nagoshi Studio, founded by Yakuza creator Toshihiro Nagoshi, is reportedly seeking new sponsors without success.