Which Nintendo division is listed as a Rhythm Heaven developer for 2026?

Nintendo EPD is the Nintendo division listed as a developer of Rhythm Heaven Groove. The game’s development was led mainly by Nintendo EPD, with TNX and Intelligent Systems also credited for additional work.

Nintendo EPD, or Nintendo Entertainment Planning & Development, is the company’s central modern game-development division. It was formed in 2015 through the merger of Nintendo’s Entertainment Analysis & Development and Software Planning & Development groups, making it the successor to older labels often seen in Nintendo credits.

That history explains the tempting alternatives. Nintendo EAD, Nintendo R&D1 and Nintendo SPD are historical Nintendo development names, not the division listed for this 2026 release. Groove also has strong series continuity: veteran director Kazuyoshi Osawa returned, while Tsunku continued his long-running creative involvement with the franchise.