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During a panel discussion at The Tenth Mosaic, renowned director Yoko Taro reflected on his career and personal aspirations. He stated that his dream project, Drakengard, was already realized back in 2003, allowing him to execute his creative vision with significant freedom.
Yoko Taro expressed that since achieving his primary goal with his debut directorial work, he feels he has already accomplished what he set out to do in the industry. He noted that his current financial situation would technically allow him to retire comfortably.
Despite having the means to stop, the developer continues to work due to health concerns. He explicitly identified dementia and cancer as his primary fears regarding aging, noting that he believes the risk of cognitive decline increases significantly once a person stops working.
Consequently, Yoko Taro maintains his professional output as a preventative measure. He shared that whenever he encounters unpleasant aspects of his job, he reframes the experience as a necessary effort to maintain his cognitive health and stave off dementia.
