Bloodstained director Shutaro Ida has sadly passed away at 52
My Nintendo News [Unofficial]
February 16, 2026
Sadly news has emerged today that Shutaro Ida, the director behind Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night and the upcoming Bloodstained: The Scarlet Engagement, has passed away after a lengthy battle with cancer. Mr. Ida previously worked at Konami where he worked on several Castlevania games and the acclaimed Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain. Here’s a statement… Read More »Bloodstained director Shutaro Ida has sadly passed away at 52
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