Cyberconnect2 published on November 4 one of its Q&A videos with CEO Hiroshi Matsuyama answering questions from fans, most notably this time answering questions regarding aDothackremake reboot. Multiple fans would like to see remakes rebooting, or at least remasters, of the first four originalDothackgames on PS2,Infection, Mutation, Outbreak, Quarantine.
Back in 2017, thedothack Conglomerate Seriesfrom PS2 was remastered on PC and PS4 in a single game with new elements,dotHack//G.U Last Recode. However, the first four games in the series didn’t get remasters. Matsuyama said they do want to make remasters for those too, but you should ask Bandai Namco Entertainment because they’re the ones making that call, not CyberConnect2. In summary, Matsuyama explained thatLast Recodeis selling well, but your best shot would be to promote the game, make it sell even more, and make Bandai Namco see those sale numbers.
Hiroshi Matsuyama explained he understands howDotHackfans, both Japanese and non-Japanese fans, are anxious since whenever they ask about a new game the only answer is “Ask Bandai Namco”. Moreover, many fans recently told him they should make a spiritual successor without Bandai Namco and theDotHackbrand name. Matsuyama explained he’s not against this idea and would like the to it. However, the best scenario would be Bandai Namco giving them the go sign for a newDotHacktitle.
At the end of the day, if you keep buying CyberConnect2 games and support them, there’s still hope moreDotHack,reboot or not, will happen one day.
CyberConnect2 Q&A Episode 18: RebootingDotHack
CyberConnect2 is currently working on theDemon Slayerconsole game,Kimetsu no Yabai Hinokami Keppuutan. CyberConnect2 also recently had a stream with its official VTubers introducing theDotHack anniversary campaign.DotHackalso had acollab inTales of the Raysin September. The studio is also regularly holdingonline employment seminarsfor its recruitment drive. They’re a must watch if you’d like to become a game developer one day or simply interested in working in Japan.
