Pokemon Veteran James Turner Returns as Creative Director
James Turner has rejoined The Pokemon Company as Creative Director of Art and Design. He previously left Game Freak in 2022 to co-direct the acclaimed game The Plucky Squire. Turner is known for his work on Pokémon Black & White and Sword & Shield.
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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.
The Brit who created the best and worst Pokémon is now overseeing all of them
Graphic designer James Turner, formerly of Game Freak, has been appointed as the new Creative Director of Art and Design for The Pokémon Company. Turner, who previously worked on titles like Pokémon Black & White and Pokémon Sword & Shield, will now oversee the art direction for future Pokémon projects. He also founded his own studio, All Possible Futures, which released the game The Plucky Squire in 2024.
Pokémon Veteran James Turner Rejoins Franchise Following Work on The Plucky Squire
Pokémon development veteran James Turner is returning to the franchise after working on the upcoming game The Plucky Squire. Turner previously contributed to the Pokémon series before his departure.
The new head of Pokemon designs made one of 2024's prettiest games
The Pokemon Company International has appointed James Turner, a veteran of the series and co-leader of indie studio All Possible Futures, as the new creative director of Pokemon art and design. Turner previously worked on numerous Pokemon titles, including Pokemon Black and White, and served as art director for Pokemon Sword and Shield. His recent work on The Plucky Squire has been praised for its unique art style.
James Turner now with The Pokemon Company after leaving Game Freak and co-directing The Plucky Squire
James Turner has joined The Pokemon Company as Creative Director of Pokemon Art and Design. Turner previously co-directed The Plucky Squire and was instrumental in designing numerous Pokemon, starting with Pokemon Black and White. He also led the art team for Pokemon Sword and Shield.
