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- Yoshihisa Kishimoto, the creator of the Double Dragon and Kunio-kun video game franchises, died at 64 on April 2, 2026.
- Ryubo Kishimoto, his son, confirmed the news on social media and expressed gratitude for fans’ support.
- Kishimoto began his career at Data East and later worked at Technos Japan, where he created Renegade and Double Dragon.
- He continued to work in the industry and most recently directed Double Dragon IV in 2017.
- A private funeral is scheduled for April 3, 2026.
