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James Turner is back with the Pokemon franchise after leaving Game Freak in 2022
James Turner, formerly the art director at Game Freak, has returned to the Pokemon franchise in a new role as Creative Director of Pokemon Art and Design at The Pokemon Company. He previously left Game Freak in 2022 to work on the game The Plucky Squire.
Assassin’s Creed Hexe Director Leaves Ubisoft During Development
The director of Ubisoft's upcoming game Assassin's Creed Hexe has departed the company during active development. This departure raises questions about the game's unique witch-themed vision and its future direction. The article speculates on potential impacts on the game's identity, production timeline, and Ubisoft's commitment to creative risk-taking.
Original founders of Bossfight Entertainment re-launch studio as Bossfight
Several companies within the game industry have announced new leadership appointments and expansions in March 2026. ProbablyMonsters added three executives to its leadership team, Kasedo Games appointed Timea Edvi as publishing director, and Sixteen Tons named Sebastian Nußuam as CCO. Microsoft Gaming, Midwest Games, and Escape Velocity Entertainment also saw new hires in key roles.
