Nagoshi Studio's Future in Jeopardy: NetEase Pulls Funding for Gang of Dragon
The gaming community is buzzing with concern as Nagoshi Studio, founded by Yakuza series creator Toshihiro Nagoshi, faces potential closure after publisher NetEase announced it would withdraw funding for the studio’s debut title, Gang of Dragon. Just three months after its unveiling at The Game Awards, the project is reportedly short of 7 billion ($44.4 million) needed to reach completion, prompting NetEase’s drastic decision.
Nagoshi, known for his innovative contributions to the gaming industry, is now in search of alternative funding sources to keep the project alive. The studio’s ambitious action game, featuring acclaimed actor Ma Dong-seok, has generated significant excitement among fans, making this news all the more disheartening. As the situation unfolds, many are left wondering what this means for the future of Nagoshi Studio and its promising projects.
With the gaming landscape constantly evolving, will Nagoshi Studio find the support it needs to continue its journey? Only time will tell, but the stakes have never been higher for this new venture.
Original source: https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/nagoshi-studio-reportedly-facing-closure-after-netease-pulls-gang-of-dragon-funding/