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Balan Wonderworld Controversy and Departure Timeline

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This timeline focuses on the development and reception of 'Balan Wonderworld,' and the subsequent controversies surrounding the game that ultimately led to Yuji Naka's departure from Square Enix.
Release of Balan Wonderworld
March 2021
'Balan Wonderworld' is released to overwhelmingly negative reviews. Critics criticize the game's controls, level design, and overall lack of polish. The game is a commercial failure.
Departure from Square Enix
April 2021
Yuji Naka announces his departure from Square Enix shortly after the release of 'Balan Wonderworld.' The exact reasons for his departure are not fully disclosed at the time, but the game's negative reception is widely believed to be a contributing factor.
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