In a recent interview with PC Gamer, Hidetaka Miyazaki, the president of renowned gaming company FromSoftware, expressed his commitment to avoiding industry layoffs and ensuring job security for his employees. Miyazaki drew inspiration from the late Satoru Iwata, former president of Nintendo, who believed that fear of losing one's job hindered the creation of innovative and quality products.

Referencing Iwata's words, Miyazaki stated, "I think it was the old ex-president of Nintendo, Iwata-san, who said that 'people who are afraid of losing their jobs are afraid of making good things.' I totally share this view. And I think the people at Kadokawa, our parent company, understand that I hold this view very strongly." Miyazaki emphasized that as long as he is responsible for the company, he will not allow layoffs to happen at FromSoftware.

The commitment to job security is not a new concept in the gaming industry. Iwata himself demonstrated this when Nintendo faced challenging times; he voluntarily took a pay cut to ensure that the company's employees could retain their positions and continue working with peace of mind. Miyazaki acknowledged the importance of Iwata's actions and expressed his readiness to follow suit, should such dire circumstances arise.

While uncertain about the future, Miyazaki reassured players and fans that he would do everything in his power to maintain job stability at FromSoftware. He remarked, "While we can't say with complete certainty what the future holds for From and Kadokawa, at least as long as this company is my responsibility, that's something I would not let happen. So hopefully our players and our fans can take a little bit of assurance from that."

Miyazaki's commitment to job security at FromSoftware reflects his deep respect for Iwata and highlights the importance of fostering a supportive and stable environment for game development. As the industry faces layoffs and closures, Miyazaki's dedication to his employees serves as an inspiration for creators and executives alike.

Only time will tell what lies ahead for FromSoftware and its parent company, Kadokawa. However, Miyazaki's determination to follow in Iwata's footsteps and prioritize the well-being of his team offers a glimmer of hope for the future of the company and the gaming industry as a whole.