Grasshopper Manufacture splits from NetEase, goes independent
Goichi Suda says the studio decided to go independent after finishing development on Romeo Is A Dead Man.
Grasshopper Manufacture announced that it is splitting from owner NetEase Games and returning to independent development, according to gamedeveloper.com. Studio head Goichi Suda said the decision followed thorough discussions with NetEase Games.
Suda said the studio reflected on its future after completing work on Romeo Is A Dead Man, and that going independent would allow it to deliver titles in a wider variety of styles.
NetEase Games acquired Grasshopper Manufacture in 2021, and the studio remained part of the company for five years. Before that acquisition, Grasshopper Manufacture operated under the GungHo Group.
Founded in 1998 by Suda, Grasshopper Manufacture was an independent studio before the GungHo Group acquisition and is known for series including No More Heroes.
Quick answers
Why is Grasshopper Manufacture going independent?
Goichi Suda said the studio reflected on its future after finishing Romeo Is A Dead Man and wanted to deliver titles in a wider variety of styles.
When did NetEase Games acquire Grasshopper Manufacture?
NetEase Games acquired Grasshopper Manufacture in 2021, and the studio remained part of it for five years.
What games is Grasshopper Manufacture known for?
Grasshopper Manufacture is known for series including No More Heroes.