What a Twist! Ex-Tekken Boss Harada Opens New Studio Under Fatal Fury's SNK
Katsuhiro Harada, former director of *Tekken*, has launched a new studio called VS Studio, backed by SNK, the developer behind *Fatal Fury* and *King of Fighters*. The studio is positioned to focus on fighting games, with Harada emphasizing innovation and tradition, though it is currently an independent entity with plans for future SNK subsidiary integration.
Katsuhiro Harada, known as the 'godfather of *Tekken*' and former director at Bandai Namco, has announced the creation of a new development studio called VS Studio. The studio is backed by SNK, the company behind classic fighting game franchises like *Fatal Fury*, *King of Fighters*, and *Samurai Shodown*. VS Studio’s name reflects its philosophy of 'Beyond tradition, crafted to perfection,' with 'VS' symbolizing concepts like 'Versus' challenging tradition and 'Visionary Standard.' Harada stated this in the official press release, though the studio’s first project remains undisclosed. SNK currently invests in VS Studio, with plans to make it a subsidiary once fully operational. SNK, acquired by Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund in 2022, has reinvested heavily into the company, securing high-profile collaborations like Cristiano Ronaldo’s appearance in *Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves* and hosting large-scale esports events. VS Studio is expected to receive similar support, potentially accelerating its development efforts. The studio’s focus appears to be fighting games, given Harada’s legacy and the naming conventions. While speculation surrounds its first title, Harada’s involvement suggests a return to high-profile game development. The partnership with SNK also signals a revival of classic franchises under modern leadership.
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