Tekken 7 and 8 Director Departs Bandai Namco
- Kohei Ikeda leaves after two decades at the company
- His departure follows Katsuhiro Harada's exit to start a new venture
- Fans speculate about the future of the Tekken franchise
Kohei 'Nakatsu' Ikeda, the director of Tekken 7 and Tekken 8, has announced his departure from Bandai Namco after a 20-year tenure. This news follows closely after Tekken's legendary figure Katsuhiro Harada left the company to establish a new gaming outfit.
In a heartfelt farewell shared on social media, Ikeda reflected on the mix of challenges and triumphs he faced during his time with the franchise. He expressed gratitude for the experiences that helped elevate the Tekken project.
The community is rife with speculation regarding Ikeda's next steps, with many believing he may join Harada at his new venture, VS Studio. As the future of Tekken hangs in the balance, fans are left wondering about the direction of the series following these significant leadership changes.