News - Platinum Games Brings Back TMNT: The Last Ronin

In an unexpected twist, Platinum Games, known for their expertise in action-packed katana games, has taken the mantle to develop Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Last Ronin, a fresh video game chapter for the beloved franchise. The announcement was made during the Summer Game Fest 2026, unveiling that the game will be published by the newly-consolidated Paramount Games Studio. The project initially began with Black Forest Games, recognized for their work on the Destroy All Humans! series. However, due to significant staffing layoffs, the project was shelved, with Paramount, the rights holders of TMNT, redirecting development to Platinum Games. The Last Ronin game is inspired by the darker, more mature themed Turtles comic book of the same name, set in a dystopian future where only one Turtle remains. This solitary hero stands against an oppressive regime led by Shredder's descendant, inviting players to join the fight using strategic skills and tactical combat that Platinum Games excels at crafting. This game is also one of the initial ventures under the freshly established Paramount Games Studio, which emerged after Paramount's recent strategic move to consolidate Skydance New Media and VR developer Skydance Interactive. This consolidated entity aims to unify and strengthen Paramount's gaming efforts. The restructure follows substantial layoffs across the Paramount Skydance umbrella in the past year, coinciding with Paramount Global's merger with Skydance Media in 2025, and an anticipatory acquisition of Warner Bros Discovery. The corporate reorganization has also been marked by widespread employee dissatisfaction, prompting resignations, particularly in response to controversial company policies. Platinum's rendition of The Last Ronin promises to bring a fresh yet faithful adaptation of the original comic to life, offering fans a chance to experience a new chapter in the TMNT saga with the studio's signature high-octane gameplay.