Uncharted 4 Game Director Justin Richmond Leaves Naughty Dog

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Justin Richmond, who was working on Uncharted PS4 as game director, has left developer Naughty Dog.

"I have in fact made the decision to leave Naughty Dog," Richmond told IGN. "I love the company and the people and know that they will continue to create awesome games going forward. On a happier note, after careful consideration and exploration I have joined Riot Games. There is some really innovative stuff going on here that I can't wait to be a part of."

Previously, Richmond oversaw Uncharted 2: Among Thieves' multiplayer and worked as game director on Uncharted 3: Drake's Deception. He had been with Naughty Dog since 2008.

This news comes shortly after creative director Amy Hennig's departure from Naughty Dog earlier this month & DriveClub Director Col Rodgers Leaving Evolution Studios this morning, Sony specifically noted the duo's (Amy & Justin's) involvement when it revealed Uncharted PS4 in 2013.

Sony Worldwide Studios' has been having a rough month, with numerous layoffs and other departures across the company in March, 2014.



Source: IGN
 
What is going on in the industry with all these people leaving/moving around. I'm a bit concerned for Uncharted 4 as it's lost 2 people that I feel have been instrumental to the games' success :(
 
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