Hideaki Itsuno, the mind behind Dragon's Dogma 2, recently opened up about the game's mixed reviews. Critics loved it, giving it an 86 on Metacritic, but players weren't as thrilled, landing it a 6.5. Designed for a niche audience, Itsuno knows not everyone will vibe with it. After over 30 years at Capcom, he's making a leap to Lightspeed Studios Japan, backed by Tencent, to chase fresh projects, including an original AAA action game. This marks a big shift for him as he steps away from sequels and dives into new creative waters.
Published on: 8/27/2025
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