Developers from Koei Tecmo shared their aspirations for 2025 in the year-end 4Gamer feature, confirming that multiple titles from Kou Shibusawa, Gust, and Omega Force are in development. Some of these titles from Koei Tecmo will likely be announced in 2025.
Final Weapon staff writer Ryuji translated the most notable excerpts from Koei Tecmo, Gust, and other KT studios below:
Yukinori Ito
Credited titles: Romance of the Three Kingdoms series
“We are in the process of preparing a variety of projects for the Kou Shibusawa brand, some of which we will be able to announce soon, and others that may take a while to be announced. We hope to subvert everyone’s expectations, but in a good way.”
Tomohiko Sho
Credited titles: Dynasty Warriors 2-5, Dynasty Warriors Origins, Dragon Quest Heroes I and II, Dragon Quest Champions, and Fate/Samurai Remnant
[He starts by mentioning Dynasty Warriors Origins, and how a demo is currently available.
“However, that is not all for Omega Force in 2025. We will continue to work on the development of various titles so that we can deliver the best games for the future, and we also hope to make some interesting announcements before long (he mentions Spring 2025). We hope for your continued support of Omega Force!”
Yosuke Hayashi
Rise of the Ronin Producer
“The year 2025 should be a year in which I will be able to announce and deliver a variety of titles, including AAA studio titles that I am in charge of! I hope to make it a year that will further boost the entertainment industry of games.”
Junzo Hosoi
Head of Gust
His message mostly talks about the Atelier Yumia game and the Atelier Resleriana game they announced. However, at the end, he says that Gust is also working on some new titles, and to look forward to them.
Fumihiko Yasuda
Credited titles: Rise of the Ronin, Nioh, and Ninja Gaiden
“We are grateful that Rise of the Ronin was enjoyed by players in 2024, especially in Japan. In 2025, Team NINJA will celebrate its 30th anniversary, and we would like to announce and release appropriate titles.”
