http://www.ign.com/articles/2014/03/17/castlevania-producer-k...
Koji Igarashi, best known for his work on Castlevania: Symphony of the Night, has left Konami. His last day at the Japanese developer was Saturday, March 15.
The producer departed the studio with intent to open a new development studio.
"I've decided to break out on my own to have the freedom to make the kind of games I really want to make — the same kind I think fans of my past games want as well," Igarashi told IGN. "Leaving Konami was a big decision, and not one I took lightly – I’ve spent my entire career there, made many friends, and had a lot of great opportunities – but I hope all the gamers and fans who have supported me in the past will join me in being excited about what comes next. Wish me luck!”
Another high profile developer has decided to go independent or leave the company they made they're mark with. Man at this point is Metal Gear and PES the only thing being worked on by Konami?