RESIDENT EVIL Director Shinji Mikami Starts New Studio

Shinji Mikami, the renowned game director best known for creating the original Resident Evil, has reportedly started a new venture called Kamuy Inc. following his departure from his previous studio, Tango Gameworks, in February 2023. The information was discovered on the official website for "Shadows of the Damned: Hella Remastered," under Mikami's biography, hinting at his new studio. Known for his influential work at Capcom and subsequent foundation of Tango Gameworks, Mikami has been at the helm of various iconic games such as Dino Crisis, Resident Evil 4, and The Evil Within. He has recently stepped back into the spotlight with the announcement of "Shadows of the Damned: Hella Remastered," which he had a creative role in and is planned for release in 2024 on multiple gaming platforms.

What games has Shinji Mikami been involved in developing?

Shinji Mikami has been involved in the development of many acclaimed games including the original Resident Evil, Dino Crisis, Resident Evil 4, God Hand, Vanquish, The Evil Within series, and Ghostwire: Tokyo, as well as producing Hi-Fi Rush. He was also the creative producer for the original Shadows of the Damned released in 2011.

Adding to his impressive portfolio in the gaming industry, Shinji Mikami's influence extends well beyond the titles he has directly directed or produced. At Capcom, he had a hand in shaping the survival horror genre with Resident Evil's success, which has since spawned numerous sequels, remakes, and adaptations. While his work at PlatinumGames with titles like Vanquish continued to push the boundaries of action gaming, at Tango Gameworks, Mikami steered the development of noteworthy titles like The Evil Within, infusing his expertise in horror into a new generation of games. Now, with the formation of Kamuy Inc., the gaming community eagerly anticipates what kind of innovative and thrilling experiences Mikami will bring forth next.