Cygames' "KMR" Retires, Users Express Farewell and Gratitude on Social Media

It has been revealed that "KMR" (real name: Yuito Kimura), known as the producer of popular social games developed by Cygames, has resigned. Social media platforms have been flooded with messages of farewell and gratitude from users. The term "KMR" trended, once again demonstrating his significant influence.

Many posts included messages of appreciation such as "KMR, thank you for your hard work!" and "Thank you for all these years," indicating that KMR has been a beloved figure among users for a long time. In particular, users playing major Cygames titles like "Granblue Fantasy (GBF)", "Princess Connect! Re:Dive (Priconne)", and "Shadowverse (Shadoba)" shared numerous comments mixing fondness and sadness, such as "Who are we going to make fun of at Cygames without KMR?!" and "It's sad we won't see KMR on live streams anymore..."

As Cygames' Content Director and Producer, KMR has been involved in the operation of numerous popular games. He was also known for his close communication with users and, at times, his self-deprecating humor, making his resignation a significant shock to many players.

Furthermore, many users expressed concern for KMR's health, with comments like "Please take care of yourself!" and "Drink an Elixir, KMR... seriously, take some time to recover," showing deep empathy for KMR, who had dedicated himself to a demanding role.

On the other hand, some users raised concerns about the future game management and content, with comments such as "KMR is stepping down... I doubt Priconne will get any better now..." highlighting the magnitude of the void he leaves behind. Speculation, such as "I can only imagine he had some kind of disagreement with upper management," has also circulated, though its veracity remains unknown.

KMR's resignation is likely to usher in a new phase for Cygames' operational structure. While celebrating KMR's long-standing contributions to user entertainment, attention will now focus on his future activities and the direction Cygames takes.

The context

"KMR" (Yuito Kimura) is a well-known figure within the Japanese gaming community, particularly among players of Cygames' titles. Cygames is a prominent Japanese video game developer, famous for its mobile and console games. KMR served as the Content Director and Producer, overseeing major titles like "Granblue Fantasy" (a fantasy turn-based RPG), "Princess Connect! Re:Dive" (an anime-style RPG), and "Shadowverse" (a digital collectible card game). He was popular for his approachable personality, frequently appearing on official live streams, engaging directly with the player base, and even becoming the subject of playful memes due to his humorous, sometimes self-deprecating, antics. His departure is a significant event, as he was seen by many as the public face and creative leader for these beloved games.