As a longtime fan of Shinji Mikami’s work, I can’t help but feel a rollercoaster of emotions upon hearing about the journey of Hi-Fi Rush and Tango Gameworks. The game, a masterpiece in its own right, seemed to secure a bright future for the studio. Yet, just as we were all dancing to its beat, Microsoft made the surprising decision to shut down the studio.
Initially established by Resident Evil director Shinji Mikami in 2010, Tango Gameworks later saw its founder departing last year. As Mikami exited, Tango Gameworks’ Hi-Fi Rush was receiving high praise from critics. Recently, Mikami expressed that he believed Hi-Fi Rush would ensure the studio’s longevity until Microsoft closed it down earlier in 2023.
During an interview with IGN, Mikami stated, “I believed the studio would remain secure as they kept producing Hi-Fi Rush games, which was a big factor in my departure from Tango Gameworks. Therefore, I was taken aback when the studio had to shut down.
The positive update is that Tango Gameworks didn’t last long in its closure. Shortly after Microsoft announced their decision, Krafton stepped in to buy Tango Gameworks, securing the rights for Hi-Fi Rush and any future installments in the series. Additionally, Krafton kept at least half of Tango Gameworks’ workforce who hadn’t found other employment yet, giving Shinji Mikami a renewed optimism about his old company.
Mikami remarked, “Since Krafton took over the business, I’m glad to see things ended up well. It seems that if you create an excellent game, it will find its place. The tireless effort of the Hi-Fi Rush development team paved the way for a fresh start for the company.
At present, there’s been no announcement regarding a potential sequel to Hi-Fi Rush or its release date. However, it’s been verified by Limited Run Games that the original game will indeed see a physical edition, though we don’t have a timeframe for this yet.
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2024-09-06 20:09