SNK establishes VS Studio led by Katsuhiro Harada
Gematsu • • technology
Key Points:
- SNK has established a new game development subsidiary called VS Studio, founded by Katsuhiro Harada, known for his long tenure and leadership on the Tekken series at Bandai Namco.
- Harada left Bandai Namco at the end of 2025 after over 31 years, and VS Studio will be headquartered in Shinagawa, Tokyo, collaborating closely with SNK to enhance their game development capabilities.
- The studio's philosophy, as stated by Harada, is "Beyond tradition, crafted to perfection," aiming to combine technology, creativity, and expertise to produce innovative and memorable games.
- The name "VS Studio" symbolizes multiple concepts including "Video game Soft," the competitive "Versus" spirit, and other values like "Visionary Standard" and "Vanguard Spirit," reflecting a commitment to innovation and challenge.
- Harada emphasized creating an open and supportive environment for developers to thrive and invited new team members who share the vision to join, signaling ambitious plans for the studio's future.