“My life has been a series of battles. I kept winning.”.
Team Ninja founder Tomonobu Itagaki, who was also the creator of the fighting game series Dead or Alive and revived Ninja Gaiden for a new generation, has passed away at the age of 58.
A post on his Facebook page originally confirmed this, and we’ve now got a translation (confirmed by James Mielke via social media):
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It’s truly sad to hear about the passing of Tomonobu Itagaki. His contributions to the gaming industry have left a lasting impact, and his passion and determination will be remembered by many. Rest in peace.