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Masayoshi Yokoyama, head of RGG Studio, discussed the decision to include a depiction of the deceased rapper Tupac Shakur in their upcoming game 'Stranger Than Heaven'.
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Who
Masayoshi Yokoyama, Snoop Dogg, Tupac Shakur
What
Masayoshi Yokoyama, head of RGG Studio, discussed the decision to include a depiction of the deceased rapper Tupac Shakur in their upcoming game 'Stranger Than Heaven'.
When
Thu, 11 Jun 2026 23:16:22 GMT · 4h 16m ago
Where
Japan ·
Why
The studio sought to envision how Tupac might be 30 years after his death, with the approval of his family and likeness holders.
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How this affects you
The inclusion of Tupac Shakur, who was murdered 30 years ago, in the new action game 'Stranger Than Heaven' is a controversial decision, even with family and estate approval. The game is highly anticipated, and this casting choice may affect its reception.
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5 events in this thread- Technology2h 8m agoThe executive director of Stranger Than Heaven, Masayoshi Yokoyama, addressed concerns regarding the casting of Tupac Shakur in the game, stating both his estate and family approved his role.Open article
- Technology2h 8m agoMasayoshi Yokoyama, the executive director of Stranger Than Heaven, addressed concerns regarding the casting of deceased music star Tupac Shakur in the game, stating that both Tupac's estate and family approved of his role.Open article
- Technology2h 8m agoMasayoshi Yokoyama, executive director of Stranger Than Heaven, addressed concerns regarding the inclusion of Tupac Shakur in their upcoming game, stating both his estate and family approved.Open article
- Technology2h 8m agoMasayoshi Yokoyama, executive director of Stranger Than Heaven, addressed concerns regarding the inclusion of Tupac Shakur's likeness in the game, stating that both Tupac's estate and family approved his role.Open article
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