Bloodstained Creator and Castlevania Veteran Shutaro Iida Passes Away at 52
Shutaro Iida, creative director of Bloodstained and veteran Castlevania developer, has passed away at age 52 following a battle with cancer.
Obituaries & Industry Legends
This section covers the passing of individuals and notable figures connected to the video game and entertainment industries. Reports include deaths of industry pioneers and executives, as well as real-life inspirations behind media characters.
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Terminally Ill Gamer Wanderingreader123 Granted Wish to Play Doom: The Dark Ages
A terminally ill gamer named Tom was granted his final wish to play Doom: The Dark Ages, receiving massive support and donations from the global community.
Finnegan, the Fox Voice Behind Overwatch 2's Kiriko, Has Passed Away
Finnegan, the beloved rescue fox from Save A Fox who provided voice effects for Kiriko's spirit companion in Overwatch 2, has passed away.
Umamusume Fans Unite to Restore Grave of Racehorse Mejiro Ardan in China
Umamusume fans in China have come together to restore the neglected grave of legendary Japanese racehorse Mejiro Ardan.
First SEGA CEO and Japanese Arcade Pioneer David Rosen Passes Away at 95
David Rosen, the co-founder and first CEO of SEGA who pioneered coin-operated arcade machines in Japan, has peacefully passed away at the age of 95.
Titanfall and Apex Legends Creator Vince Zampella Passes Away Suddenly at 55
Vince Zampella, industry icon and co-founder of Infinity Ward and Respawn Entertainment, has tragically passed away at the age of 55.