By James Scout/ Oct 11, 2022
PlatinumGames hopes that hiring Nintendo's former licensing GM will help create stronger ties between the two companies.
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In an interview, executives from PlatinumGames said they thought Takao Yamane, a former general manager for Nintendo licensing, would help them improve their relationship with their longtime publishing partner.
PlatinumGames and Nintendo
The Japanese studio is dealing with the well-publicized failure of their live service game Babylon's Fall and getting ready for the upcoming release of Bayonetta 3 on the Nintendo Switch when it makes the hiring of Yamane.
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The studio's plans to strengthen its partnership with Nintendo will probably be welcomed by Switch players who enjoy its unique games.
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They may also ensure that PlatinumGames has a strong market to sell to as it moves to create and release more of its intellectual property.
PlatinumGames and Nintendo