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GenDesign business and news from across the web.- Fumito Ueda is Rethinking The Companion Relationship That Defined His CareerFumito Ueda discusses his upcoming game, Gen Atlas, and how it rethinks the companion relationship that defined his previous works like Ico and The Last Guardian. While the game features guns and a sci-fi setting, Ueda emphasizes that it is not a pure shooter and that the companion's role and communication will differ from his past titles. Gen Atlas is being developed using Unreal Engine for a multiplatform release on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.
The 9 games we're most excited about after Summer Game Fest's showcase bonanzaFollowing Summer Game Fest, PC Gamer staff have highlighted nine highly anticipated games, including Persona 6, Alien: Isolation 2, and Guild Wars 3. The list showcases a diverse range of genres and developers, reflecting the broad appeal of the event's announcements.
Ico and Shadow of the Colossus creator Fumito Ueda would like to see his old games on PC someday, tooFumito Ueda, the acclaimed director behind Ico, Shadow of the Colossus, and The Last Guardian, expressed his desire to see his older games ported to PC. While his upcoming project Gen Atlas will be his first directed game released on PC through a partnership with Epic Games, Ueda hopes for opportunities to bring his PlayStation titles to a wider audience. He acknowledged that Sony holds the rights to these games, making their PC release uncertain.
'It's So Sad They're No Longer Around': Fumito Ueda Would Have Liked to Remake ICO with Shuttered Sony Studio BluepointFumito Ueda expressed disappointment over the closure of Sony's Bluepoint Games studio, stating he had hoped to collaborate with them, potentially on a remake of ICO. Bluepoint, known for its work on Demon's Souls and Shadow of the Colossus, was shut down earlier this year. Ueda's new title, gen ATLAS, is set to release on multiple platforms, including PlayStation 5.
"It's not just one definition or meaning" - legendary designer Fumito Ueda says Gen Atlas, the title of his new game, means more than you might thinkLegendary designer Fumito Ueda explained the multifaceted meaning behind the title of his new game, Gen Atlas. The title combines 'Gen,' referencing genesis, gene, and generate, with 'Atlas,' alluding to both the world map and the first cervical vertebra connecting the head to the neck. The game, developed by genDesign and published by Epic Games, is an open-world action-adventure coming to PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series S/X, and shares similarities with Ueda's previous work, particularly Shadow of the Colossus.
gen ATLAS Name Has Many Layered Meanings, Says Fumito UedaFumito Ueda, creator of Shadow of the Colossus and The Last Guardian, discussed the layered meanings behind the title of his new game, gen ATLAS. He explained that 'gen' can refer to genesis, genes, or generation, while 'ATLAS' can mean a world map or the first cervical vertebra, a concept reflected in the robot head design. Ueda also noted that gen ATLAS will share more tonal similarities with Shadow of the Colossus due to its balance of action and exploration, rather than The Last Guardian. The game is in development for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S, with a PC release exclusive to the Epic Games Store.
Yes, you have a gun in Gen Atlas, but Fumito Ueda doesn't want you to think it's a shooterFumito Ueda's new game, Gen Atlas, features a gun mechanic, but he emphasizes it is not the primary focus and is intended as one of several ways to overcome challenges. The game, set in a desert world with giant robot carcasses, will allow players to use the gun as a tool for progression rather than for scoring points, drawing parallels to the player's choices in Ico.
Famous game director Fumito Ueda says his studio does not use AI for 'game development'Fumito Ueda, director of Ico and Shadow of the Colossus, stated in an interview that his studio GenDesign is not using generative AI for core game development of their upcoming sci-fi adventure Gen Atlas. While AI is used for project management tasks like scheduling and summarizing notes, all game development work is performed by humans. The game will be available on PC and published by Epic Games.
Summer Game Fest 2026: Hands-on and more details on 11 upcoming PS5 gamesSummer Game Fest Play Days showcased numerous upcoming PlayStation 5 titles, offering hands-on experiences and new details. Games previewed include Alien: Isolation 2, Control Resonant, Onimusha: Way of the Sword, Resident Evil Veronica, SAW: Genesis, Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2, Crazy Taxi World Tour, gen Atlas, Silent Hill: Townfall, Sonic Pico Park, and Virtua Fighter Crossroads.
Summer Game Fest 2026: Hands-on and more details on 6 upcoming PS5 gamesSummer Game Fest Play Days showcased several upcoming PlayStation 5 titles, including Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2, Crazy Taxi: World Tour, gen Atlas, Silent Hill: Townfall, Sonic Pico Park, and Virtua Fighter Crossroads. Hands-on demos and presentations provided new details on gameplay, story elements, and release windows for these anticipated games.
Fumito Ueda’s Gen Atlas Revealed at Summer Game Fest 2026Fumito Ueda's studio genDesign, in partnership with Epic Games Publishing, has unveiled Gen Atlas, a single-player sci-fi action-adventure game. Revealed at Summer Game Fest 2026, the title is set on an abandoned planet and features colossal robots that aid in exploration. Gen Atlas is planned for release on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via the Epic Games Store.
At Summer Game Fest 2026, video games retreat to the safety of the pastThe Summer Game Fest 2026 showcased a strong trend of developers relying on established franchises, sequels, and remakes rather than introducing new intellectual properties. While notable exceptions exist, the overall emphasis on recognizable titles suggests a retreat to safer, familiar ground within the industry amidst financial pressures. This focus on nostalgia and past successes, though generating excitement, raises questions about the future of innovation in gaming.- gen ATLAS AnnouncedEpic Games and gen Design have announced gen ATLAS, a new single-player open-world action-adventure game. This title marks the latest project from the creators of ICO, Shadow of the Colossus, and The Last Guardian, and is slated for a future release on PC and consoles.
All Major Summer Game Fest 2026 AnnouncementsSummer Game Fest 2026 showcased numerous game announcements and trailers, including Stellar Blade: BLOOD RAIN, Final Fantasy VII Revelation launching in spring 2027 for multiple platforms, and the Resident Evil Veronica remake. New titles like Alien: Isolation 2, The Wolf Among Us 2, and Virtua Fighter Crossroads were also revealed, alongside updates for existing franchises and new IPs across various genres.
Summer Game Fest 2026 highlights: 16 games coming to PS5Summer Game Fest 2026 showcased numerous upcoming PlayStation 5 titles, including Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced, Control Resonant, and Final Fantasy VII Revelation. New games like Crossfire and gen Atlas were revealed, alongside sequels such as Guild Wars 3 and Lords of the Fallen II. Expansions for Mafia: The Old Country and new titles like Resident Evil Veronica and Gundam Rogue Orbit were also announced.
"Overwhelming power": Fumito Ueda's giant robot game gets an official title and, wait a minute, is that a gun?Fumito Ueda's forthcoming mech game, previously codenamed Project Robot, has been officially titled Gen Atlas. Developed by genDESIGN, the single-player, open-world action-adventure game is set on a desolate planet filled with derelict machines. The first footage reveals combat elements, including shooting and clambering on a colossal robot.- Pilot a giant robot head in 'gen Atlas,' the new game from the creator of IcoFumito Ueda, the creator of Ico and The Last Guardian, has announced his new game, gen Atlas. The game features players piloting a giant robot head, with development being handled by Ueda's studio, GenDesign. The article notes that Ueda's previous game took nine years to release.
genAtlas is the next game from Shadow of the Colossus creator, Fumito UedaGenDesign, the studio led by Fumito Ueda, has revealed its next game, genAtlas, previously known as Project Robot. The single-player, open-world action-adventure game features a protagonist exploring an abandoned planet and interacting with colossal robots. genAtlas is slated for release on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S, with no specific release date announced.
Shadow of the Colossus and Ico creator Fumito Ueda's next game will let us pilot a giant robot head to take over…Fumito Ueda's studio genDesign revealed more about their upcoming game, gen Atlas, at Summer Game Fest 2026. The trailer showcased a colorful, desolate world with a disembodied robot head that attaches to different mechs, a core gameplay mechanic. The game is set to release on PC as an Epic Games Store exclusive alongside its console versions.
Fumito Ueda, legendary developer behind Shadow of the Colossus and Ico, announces single-player epic Gen Atlas for Xbox, PlayStation, and PCLegendary developer Fumito Ueda, known for Ico and Shadow of the Colossus, has revealed his next project, Gen Atlas, a single-player, open-world sci-fi action-adventure game. Developed by his studio genDESIGN and published by Epic Games, it is set to release on PC via the Epic Games Store, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S, though a release date has not yet been announced.