PlatinumGames to Collaborate with Stellar Blade Boss on Bayonetta Skins

Stellar Blade and Shift Up boss Hyung-tae Kim has expressed his desire to collaborate with PlatinumGames again. This comes after their successful partnership on Bayonetta-themed skins for the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 release.

In a wide-ranging interview with Famitsu, Kim praised PlatinumGames as a model for game development and mentioned that he hopes to see the series continue until at least Bayonetta 10.

Kim's enthusiasm for collaboration was echoed by PlatinumGames CEO Atsushi Inaba, who has worked closely with Kim on several projects. Inaba has a long history with PlatinumGames, having served as executive producer on several Bayonetta titles, including the original and its sequels. His experience also includes Astral Chain, Nier: Automata, and Metal Gear Rising: Revengeance.

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for its Switch 2 release due to the importance of physical media. This endorsement suggests that Inaba values the game's unique features and is committed to supporting its success. Yoko Taro, director of Nier: Automata, has previously expressed admiration for Stellar Blade, calling it a better game than his own.

Kim's admiration for PlatinumGames was also evident in his comments about Bayonetta, which he described as one of his top three games. He praised the series' artistic and mechanical achievements. Citing its unique blend of action and style as a key factor in its success.

Inaba has similarly expressed admiration for Bayonetta, calling it a great example of a truly fun game.

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The exact details of the potential collaboration between Kim and PlatinumGames are still unclear. However, Shift Up has confirmed that they will be releasing four new Bayonetta skins for Stellar Blade on November 5, the day of its Switch 2 launch. This release marks an exciting development in the ongoing partnership between the two companies.

Inaba's comments about Stellar Blade have sparked renewed interest in the game and its potential for future collaborations. As PlatinumGames continues to grow and evolve, it will be interesting to see how this partnership develops and what new projects emerge from their combined efforts.