Veteran Composer Yuka Kitamura Departs FromSoftware After 12-Year Tenure

Acclaimed composer Yuka Kitamura has announced their departure from FromSoftware, the esteemed game development studio they had been a part of for over a decade. The news was shared via Twitter, with Kitamura choosing not to disclose their reasons for leaving. In their statement, they expressed excitement about embarking on a new journey as a freelance composer, starting August. Kitamura's goal is to continue exploring the realm of game music, delving into diverse genres and styles. With a career spanning 12 years at FromSoftware, Kitamura's impressive portfolio includes notable titles such as Armored Core Verdict Day, Mobile Suit Gundam UC, and the critically acclaimed Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice. Additionally, they made significant contributions to the soundtrack of Elden Ring, which garnered the prestigious National Academy of Video Game Trade Reviewers award for Outstanding Original Dramatic Score in 2022.