NEO: The World Ends With You director Tatsuya Kando announced that he’s left Square Enix after 29 years. Aside from directing The World Ends with You and NEO: The World Ends with You, Kando was also the director of Final Fantasy: All The Bravest and served as an animation supervisor for various Kingdom Hearts and Final Fantasy games.
“This is a personal matter, but as of May 31, I have left Square Enix,” Kando said in a message on X (formerly Twitter). “Over the past 29 years, I’ve had the opportunity to work on many projects, including Final Fantasy, Kingdom Hearts, and The World Ends with You, and the experiences I’ve gained are irreplaceable.
“The support from everyone who played the games has been incredibly encouraging, and it served as a driving force that pushed me forward in development every day. I’m deeply grateful. Thank you so much!
“Going forward, I will continue doing my best to create enjoyable content that brings smiles to everyone’s faces.”
NEO: The World Ends with You is available now for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, and PC via Epic Games Store. Final Weapon gave NEO: The World Ends with You a 4.5 out of 5 score, stating that “a stellar combat system, engaging story, relatable characters and rich content offering make this the perfect sequel to the cult classic The World Ends with You. This is a must-buy and play for fans of the original game and JRPG fans alike.”
