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title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: After 'DmC' came out, we had a fantastic…"
description: "\"After 'DmC' came out, we had a fantastic relationship with Ninja Theory, and we loved what they made. We wanted to see a sequel to that.\" — Hideaki Itsuno"
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#  After 'DmC' came out, we had a fantastic relationship with…

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> “After 'DmC' came out, we had a fantastic relationship with Ninja Theory, and we loved what they made. We wanted to see a sequel to that.”

[Hideaki Itsuno](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/hideaki-itsuno/)

## About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

The speaker praises Ninja Theory’s work and expresses desire for a sequel, highlighting collaborative admiration

**In simple terms:** They liked Ninja Theory’s game and want a follow‑up

Key Takeaway

Support creators you admire

Themes

appreciation collaboration sequel desire

Mood

enthusiastic optimistic

Type

industry fan‑centric

When to use this quote

- Game development meetings
- marketing pitches
- fan forums
- studio collaborations

Key Concepts

Game design industry partnerships fan expectations

Questions to Reflect On

- How can fans influence studio decisions?
- What risks do sequels pose for original creators?

A Different Perspective

Future sequels may not materialize due to market constraints

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