Double Dragon and River City Creator Yoshihisa Kishimoto Passes Away at 64
Yoshihisa Kishimoto, the visionary game developer known for pioneering the side-scrolling brawler genre, has passed away at the age of 64. His career left an indelible mark on the industry, most notably through the development of the iconic Double Dragon franchise and the long-running River City series, also known as Kunio-kun. These titles helped define the arcade and console landscape for generations of players.
Following the news of his death, a message was shared on behalf of his family, expressing a simple and heartfelt request for fans to keep enjoying his creative contributions with a smile. Kishimoto’s legacy remains firmly cemented in gaming history, as his work continues to be celebrated by enthusiasts and developers alike who were influenced by his unique approach to action mechanics and cooperative gameplay.
Originally reported by eurogamer.net.
By @eurogamer
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