Bloodstained 2 Developer is Stepping Away from the Project

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Key Takeaways

  • Bloodstained 2 director leaving due to cancer diagnosis, passing ideas to team for health focus.
  • Major contributions include Castlevania DS trilogy and Metal Gear Solid 5.
  • Fans hopeful for Ida’s recovery, with support messages flooding in from the community.

As a dedicated fan of both Castlevania and Bloodstained franchises, I find myself deeply saddened by the news about Shutaro Ida’s cancer diagnosis and his departure from the Bloodstained 2 development team. His contributions to these beloved series are immeasurable, especially with his work on the critically acclaimed Castlevania DS trilogy and Metal Gear Solid 5: The Phantom Pain.

In a heartfelt update, it has been announced that Shutaro Ida, the director of Bloodstained, will be parting ways with the development team for Bloodstained 2 due to a recent cancer diagnosis. Ida has significantly contributed to both the Bloodstained and Castlevania series, and notably served as the lead programmer for Metal Gear Solid 5: The Phantom Pain, collaborating closely with Hideo Kojima.

Ida made significant contributions, including the DS trilogy for Castlevania, which includes Dawn of Sorrow, Portrait of Ruin, and Order of Ecclesia. These games are now available on contemporary systems as part of the Castlevania Dominus Collection. However, he has recently shared that he has numerous concepts to contribute to Bloodstained 2. Unfortunately, a recent health update has led him to express his stance regarding his participation in this upcoming project.

According to a tweet from his account, Shutaro Ida has been diagnosed with cancer and is now dedicating himself to fighting this illness. Known as Curry Boy and Curry Sage, Ida has handed over his ideas to other team members so he can focus on his health. He also expressed gratitude for the community’s support. With Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night continuing to add new features even five years after its release, it’s clear that Ida and the development team have been committed to creating groundbreaking innovations in their games.

Castlevania Series Creator Koji Igarashi Shares His Thoughts on the News

Koji Igarashi, creator of the Castlevania series, acknowledged Ida’s significant contributions to both the Castlevania and Bloodstained franchises in a recent tweet, expressing that this news would be a major setback for the project. Igarashi explained that Ida was instrumental in creating both the DS versions of Castlevania games and Bloodstained. In closing, he expressed his hope that Ida could recuperate swiftly so they can collaborate again in the future. Notably, the two had a close working relationship during the development of the DS series, with some fans considering these games among the finest handheld Castlevania titles ever made.

The potential absence of Ida from the “Bloodstained 2” development team could be a significant blow, given his significant impact on the gaming community. Nevertheless, many fans remain optimistic about Ida’s swift recovery, expressing their well-wishes in the comments section. The success of “Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night” and the critically acclaimed “Castlevania” DS trilogy underline Ida’s invaluable contributions to future projects. However, since Ida has promised that his ideas will still be incorporated into the team’s work, fans need not worry too much. Instead, the team’s primary concern will be ensuring Ida’s health, recovery, and safety in the days ahead.

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2024-10-02 04:34