Bayonetta Producer/Director Yusuke Hashimoto Leaves Platinum Games

Yusuke Hashimoto, the man behind Bayonetta, has resigned from his role at Platinum Games.

According to a recent tweet by the game designer, his last day with the company was on January 31. The tweet doesn't explain the reason for his departure, but instead thanks everyone for the experience.

"This tweet will be a little more personal than usual. Yesterday, January 31st, was my last day at PlatinumGames. The memories I made during my 13 years at Platinum, working with dozens of talented individuals on Bayonetta, Bayonetta 2, and Star Fox Zero, are priceless to me. Let me take this opportunity to share my thanks with anyone who has worked with me, supported me, or played my games. I hope to take thie experiences I gained at Platinum and use them on whatever I work on in the future. Thank you again - Yusuke."

The tweet was posted on February 14, so it's not clear why this was written as if on February 1 (calling January 31 "yesterday"). It sounds like he intends to continue working in game development. Though as to how remains a mystery.

Hashimoto was the game producer on Bayonetta, game director for Bayonetta 2, and director for Star Fox Zero.

Platinum Games' most recent announcement happened during the Nintendo Direct, where they revealed their latest title, Astral Chain. If the company does continue the Bayonetta series, it certainly won't be the same.

Best of luck, Hashimoto.