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Quintet

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Japanese video game developer

Quintet Co., Ltd. (株式会社クインテット, Kabushiki gaisha Kuintetto) is a Japanese video game developer founded in April 1989. The company name is derived from musical terminology, representing the five elements of game design: planning, graphics, sound, programming, and production. Quintet was most active during the 1990s, maintaining a strong relationship with Enix (now part of Square Enix).2 It was founded by Masaya Hashimoto.1 Wikipedia text CC BY-SA 4.0

Last updated Oct 21, 2026.

Overview

Apr 1989Founded1
  • Industryvideo game industry1
  • HeadquartersTama1
  • Legal formkabushiki gaisha1

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Quintet Co., Ltd. (株式会社クインテット, Kabushiki gaisha Kuintetto) is a Japanese video game developer founded in April 1989. The company name is derived from musical terminology, representing the five elements of game design: planning, graphics, sound, programming, and production. Quintet was most active during the 1990s, maintaining a strong relationship with Enix (now part of Square Enix). It was also a member of the GD-NET group of Sega Saturn developers. Quintet has not been active since the 2000s and is presumed to be defunct.2

The story

Founded by Masaya Hashimoto on Apr 1989.1

Leadership

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Products and brands

  • video game

Listed on Wikidata.1

Timeline

  1. Apr 1989Founded Founded1

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