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Grasshopper Manufacture Returns to Independence
Developers of No More Heroes and Killer7 have parted ways with NetEase, returning to an indie status. The move aims to offer more diverse game styles.
theindiegames Editorial Team Sep 30, 2026 1 min read Updated Sep 30, 2026
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Developers of No More Heroes and Killer7 have parted ways with NetEase, returning to an indie status. The move aims to offer more diverse game styles.
No More Heroes and Killer7 creators Grasshopper Manufacture have exited their previous partnership with NetEase, the company that acquired them in 2021 during its purchase of Gungho Online Entertainment. Founder Goichi 'Suda51' Suda stated this transition is driven by a wish to provide greater variety in gaming experiences for enthusiasts globally.