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Nagoshi Studio Producer’s profile changes to "former Nagoshi Studio" amid uncertainty over studio’s status
Daisuke Sato’s X profile has been updated to refer to "former Nagoshi Studio," drawing attention to the uncertain status of the studio founded by Toshihiro Nagoshi. No official announcement has confirmed closure or a cancellation of its announced game, even as earlier reports pointed to lost NetEase funding and an inaccessible website.
Quick Facts
Who
Daisuke Sato
What
Daisuke Sato’s profile was changed to describe him as being associated with "former Nagoshi Studio"
When
December 2025
Where
Japan
- Daisuke Sato’s profile was changed to describe him as being associated with "former Nagoshi Studio"
- Nagoshi Studio’s status remains officially unconfirmed
- The studio announced the new game "GANG OF DRAGON" in December 2025
- Toshihiro Nagoshi posted a New Year message on the studio website in January 2026
- Reports in March said NetEase funding was ending
A profile change by Daisuke Sato, a producer and director at Nagoshi Studio, has prompted fresh attention on the Japanese game developer’s status. Sato’s X profile is now described as being associated with "former Nagoshi Studio," even though no official statement has been issued about his role or the studio’s current situation.
Sato had been identified as one of the key members who joined Nagoshi Studio after leaving Sega alongside studio founder Toshihiro Nagoshi. The studio previously unveiled a new project, "GANG OF DRAGON," in December 2025, and Nagoshi posted a New Year message on the company website in January 2026.
Since then, however, reports have pointed to worsening signs: in March, funding from NetEase was said to be ending, and by May the studio’s official website was no longer accessible. Game*Spark also noted that the Steam store page for "GANG OF DRAGON" remains online, and there has been no official announcement saying the studio has closed or that development on the game has been cancelled.
The profile change has fueled speculation, but the available information does not confirm the studio’s closure or a formal restructuring. For now, the situation remains unclear, with observers awaiting any statement from Nagoshi Studio or its representatives.
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Why This Matters
For readers tracking Japanese game studios and project continuity, this is a live signal that the status of Nagoshi Studio may have materially changed even without a formal announcement. That matters for anyone following the announced game GANG OF DRAGON, potential layoffs or restructuring, and the reliability of partner-funding arrangements. Watch for official statements, store-page changes, and staffing updates before treating the studio as closed or the project as cancelled.
Timeline & Sources
Jun 18, 2026
WireMedia reports noted that Daisuke Sato’s profile had changed to reference "former Nagoshi Studio".