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Gang of Dragon developer Nagoshi Studio shutters months after NetEase cut funding

Nagoshi Studio's October 31 dissolution ends the much‑anticipated Gang of Dragon after NetEase pulls funding.

By · Published November 2, 2026  19:44 UTC · Updated November 2, 2026  19:44 UTC

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  • Velocity & Diffusion: Coverage exploded across 4 distinct news outlets with 4 published articles, achieving a live velocity of 2.
  • Primary Driver: Nagoshi Studio's October 31 dissolution ends the much‑anticipated Gang of Dragon after NetEase pulls funding.
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On October 31, Nagoshi Studio was officially dissolved, halting the Yakuza‑style project Gang of Dragon before it could ship. The shutdown follows NetEase’s decision to cancel funding for the title, a move that left the studio without the financial backing needed to continue development.

GameSpot noted that the studio’s closure means no game from the new entity will be released. Coverage does not detail whether any of the game’s assets or intellectual property will be retained or repurposed, leaving the future of the franchise unclear.

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What was Gang of Dragon?

Gang of Dragon was described as a Yakuza spiritual successor starring actor Ma Dong‑seok.

Why did Nagoshi Studio close?

NetEase cancelled funding for the game's development, removing the studio’s financial support.

When was Nagoshi Studio dissolved?

The studio was officially dissolved on October 31, 2026.

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