Tekken 8 Director Kohei Ikeda Departs Bandai Namco
Tekken 8 game director Kohei Ikeda has left Bandai Namco after 20 years, following other key departures and sparking fan concern.
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Tekken 8 game director Kohei Ikeda has left Bandai Namco
Tekken 8 game director Kohei Ikeda has left Bandai Namco after two decades with the company, citing a desire to pursue new challenges. Ikeda, who also co-directed Tekken 7, expressed gratitude to the development team for their contributions to the franchise's success. This departure follows that of long-serving Tekken director Katsuhiro Harada, who left Bandai Namco in December 2025 to join SNK.
Comings and Goings
Tekken 8 game director Kohei Ikeda has departed from Bandai Namco Entertainment after a 20-year tenure. The departure marks a significant change for the company's development teams.
Tekken's game director follows in Harada's footsteps by saying sayonara to Bandai Namco, causing fans to worry…
Kohei "Nakatsu" Ikeda, game director for Tekken 7 and Tekken 8, has announced his departure from Bandai Namco Entertainment after 20 years. This follows the earlier exit of long-time Tekken boss Katsuhiro Harada, raising concerns among fans about the future of the fighting game series. Ikeda expressed his intention to continue as a game developer and hopes to cross paths with the community again.
Tekken 8 game director bids goodbye to Bandai Namco following series boss Katsuhiro Harada's exit last year, but doesn't do an hour-long DJ mix
Tekken 8 game director Kohei Ikeda has departed from Bandai Namco after 20 years with the company, following the exit of series producer Katsuhiro Harada last year. Ikeda expressed gratitude for his time working on the Tekken series, particularly Tekken 7 and Tekken 8, and stated he will continue to take on new challenges as a game developer. Bandai Namco has assured fans of their commitment to the future development of Tekken 8.
Tekken loses its third lead in 9 months as director Kouhei Ikeda leaves Bandai Namco after 20 years, leaving fans to worry about what's next for the iconic fighting game series
Kouhei Ikeda, director for Tekken 8 and Tekken 7, has departed Bandai Namco Entertainment after 20 years with the company. This follows the recent departures of producer Yohei Shimbori and longtime series producer Katsuhiro Harada, raising concerns among fans about the future of the iconic fighting game series. Ikeda expressed pride in his work and confidence in the remaining team to continue the Tekken legacy.
Hot on the Heels of Katsuhiro Harada's Exit From Bandai Namco, the Director of Tekken 7 and 8 Has Left Too
Kohei Ikeda, the game director for Tekken 7 and Tekken 8, has departed from Bandai Namco Entertainment after a 20-year tenure. His exit follows that of Katsuhiro Harada, another prominent figure at the company.
Tekken 8 game director Kohei Ikeda leaves Bandai Namco after 20 years
Kohei Ikeda, the chief producer and game director for Tekken 8, has departed from Bandai Namco Entertainment after a 20-year tenure. His departure marks the end of a significant period for the fighting game franchise.
Tekken 8 Chief Producer/Director Kohei Ikeda is Leaving Bandai Namco
Kohei Ikeda, chief producer and director for Tekken 8 and Tekken 7, has departed from Bandai Namco after a 20-year tenure. Ikeda expressed gratitude for his time at the company, highlighting his work on the Tekken franchise and his interactions with the fighting game community. He also stated his intention to continue pursuing new challenges in game development.
