Junichi Masuda leaves Game Freak, appointed The Pokemon Company’s creative director – Gematsu

The Pokemon Company has appointed Junichi Masuda as its lead creative fellow from June 1, the company announced. Masuda also resigned from his position as CEO of Game Freak, the company that created it Pokemonpr. May 31

One of the founding members of Game Freak, Masuda was involved in the development of Pokemon Red version and Pokemon Green versionand supported the development of Pokemon game series for many years.

At The Pokemon Company, Masuda will use his deep understanding of Pokemon brand to develop new services and products.

“I have served as director of Pokemon video game series, starting with Pokemon Ruby version and Pokemon Sapphire versiontill Pokemon X and Pokemon Yand was involved in the development of many video games, including Pokemon GO“, Masuda said in a press release.” I would like to express my deepest thanks to everyone Pokemon fans. “

Masuda continued: “Going forward, I hope to transcend the boundaries of video games by trying to offer greater surprises, fun and excitement to people around the world, while doing my utmost to connect people, expand the circle of ‘play’ and be helping to create a richer world that we can share. I appreciate your continued support in my new role. “

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