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During The Tenth Mosaic event held from September 22 to 23, Nier and Drakengard creator Yoko Taro discussed his career trajectory. He stated that he achieved his primary development goals with his debut title, Drakengard, and now views his ongoing work as a means to maintain his health.
Taro explained that he considers his current professional output to be driven by inertia rather than ambition. He explicitly noted that he continues to work primarily to secure his income and avoid the risks associated with unemployment.
The developer expressed a specific fear of developing dementia in his later years. He adopts a positive mindset when facing workplace challenges by framing these difficulties as beneficial exercises for cognitive health and dementia prevention.
Research supports the link between employment and cognitive longevity. A 2025 study in Safety and Health at Work suggests that maintaining employment can mitigate cognitive aging, a finding that aligns with Taro's stated strategy for his future.
