Single-player open-world action-adventure from Fumito Ueda and genDESIGN

gen Atlas Wiki

Without knowing why, you awaken on an abandoned planet. Colossal structures, deserted facilities, and a giant robot await — transforming how you see the world.

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Overview

gen Atlas is an upcoming single-player, open-world action-adventure developed by genDESIGN and published by Epic Games Publishing. Directed by Fumito Ueda — creator of Ico, Shadow of the Colossus, and The Last Guardian — the game marks the studio's first full release and Ueda's first multi-platform title.

Abandoned Planet

Explore a vast, silent world of colossal megastructures, deserted facilities, and an ever-changing sea on a mysterious abandoned planet.

Colossal Robot Companion

A giant robot whose overwhelming power opens paths to places once beyond reach, transforming your conception of the world.

Mech Head Attachment

Pilot disembodied mechanical heads and attach them to different mech bodies to lift pillars, traverse terrain, and engage in combat.

Action & Exploration

Third-person shooter combat, platforming across megastructures, jetpack traversal, and Shadow of the Colossus-style scaling of giant machines.

Quick Facts

Developer
genDESIGN
Director
Fumito Ueda
Publisher
Epic Games Publishing
Genre
Open-world action-adventure
Players
Single-player
Former Codename
Project Robot

Release Date

To Be Announced

gen Atlas does not have an official release date or window as of June 2026. The game was fully revealed at Summer Game Fest on June 5, 2026, with wishlists now open on supported platforms.

  1. genDESIGN signs publishing deal with Epic Games.

  2. First teaser trailer shown at The Game Awards under codename Project Robot.

  3. Official name gen Atlas revealed at Summer Game Fest with gameplay trailer.

  4. Release date to be announced by genDESIGN and Epic Games.

Given Ueda's development history — The Last Guardian took seven years from first reveal to launch — patience is expected. This wiki will update as soon as an official date is confirmed.

Platforms & Where to Buy

gen Atlas will launch on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. This is the first Fumito Ueda-directed game to release on multiple platforms simultaneously.

Platform Availability Store
PlayStation 5 Confirmed PlayStation Store
Xbox Series X|S Confirmed Xbox Store
PC (Windows) Confirmed Epic Games Store (exclusive)

PC version is exclusive to the Epic Games Store. There is no Steam release announced.

Add to Wishlist

Wishlists are live on the Epic Games Store. PlayStation and Xbox store pages are expected to follow as development progresses.

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Gameplay & Mechanics

gen Atlas blends Ueda's signature atmosphere and companion-driven exploration with new action elements including third-person shooting — a first for the director's catalogue.

1

Detached Mech Head Piloting

Control a disembodied robot head with jetpack thrusters. Fly across the open world and attach to abandoned mech bodies, reactivating them for traversal, lifting colossal structures, and combat.

2

On-Foot Exploration

Play as a small poncho-clad protagonist who platformers across abandoned megastructures, rides the main mech companion, and navigates the desolate landscape on foot.

3

Third-Person Combat

Wield firearms against alien creatures and enemy mechs. Trailer footage shows shooting while riding mech bodies, punching heads off rival robots, and high-speed vehicle chases.

4

Colossus-Style Traversal

Scale giant robots and machines reminiscent of Shadow of the Colossus. The colossal robot companion opens previously unreachable areas across the open world.

5

Open World Discovery

genDESIGN aims for moments of quiet wonder and discovery. The world features endless plains, deserted facilities, remnants of a grand civilization, and constructs that begin to move once more.

Story & World

gen Atlas is set on an abandoned planet shrouded in mystery. The official synopsis from genDESIGN describes the following:

Without knowing why, you awaken on an abandoned planet. Before you lies a vast, silent world. Colossal structures stretch over endless plains, deserted facilities, and an ever-changing sea. The remnants of some grand design litter the planet's surface. As you journey deeper into this strange world, a colossal robot awaits. Its overwhelming power opens paths to places once beyond reach, transforming your conception of the world. Across an endless expanse of time, the remnants of those forgotten constructs begin to move once more…

The narrative appears to center on awakening without memory, uncovering the fate of a lost civilization, and forming a bond with a colossal robot — echoing the companion themes of Ico and The Last Guardian while expanding into sci-fi mech territory. Specific plot details, characters beyond the protagonist, and the reason for the planet's abandonment remain undisclosed.

Development History

gen Atlas has been in development for over a decade, representing genDESIGN's debut title and Fumito Ueda's return after The Last Guardian (2016).

2011

Fumito Ueda leaves Sony's Japan Studio and founds genDESIGN while The Last Guardian continues under contract.

2020

Epic Games announces a publishing partnership with genDESIGN for Ueda's next project.

2024

Project Robot codename debuts with a moody teaser at The Game Awards — a lone figure climbing a massive machine.

2026

Summer Game Fest reveal: official title gen Atlas, gameplay trailer, and multi-platform confirmation.

"The team and I are grateful to all the fans who've been eager to learn more about our game. Their passion and enthusiasm has always motivated and inspired us. We hope to share an experience that inspires moments of quiet wonder and discovery."
— Fumito Ueda, CEO and Creative Director, genDESIGN

Trailers & Media

Two major trailers have been released publicly. Both are embedded below with key takeaways from each.

Summer Game Fest 2026 Reveal

June 5, 2026

  • Official gen Atlas name reveal
  • First gameplay footage
  • Mech head attachment mechanics shown
  • Third-person shooting and jetpack traversal
  • Multi-platform announcement

The Game Awards 2024 Teaser

December 2024

  • First public look at Project Robot
  • Atmospheric mood piece
  • Lone protagonist climbing colossal machine
  • Disaster closing in — cinematic tone

Controls

Not Yet Announced

Official control schemes for gen Atlas have not been published. Based on the gameplay trailer, the game will support standard controller and keyboard/mouse input on respective platforms.

Expected Input Methods

  • — PlayStation 5 — DualSense controller
  • — Xbox Series X|S — Xbox Wireless Controller
  • — PC — Keyboard and mouse, plus controller support (typical for Epic Store action-adventure titles)

This section will be updated with full control bindings once genDESIGN or Epic Games publishes official documentation.

System Requirements

Not Yet Announced

Minimum and recommended PC specifications have not been released. The game targets PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S, suggesting modern hardware requirements.

Minimum requirements — TBA
Recommended requirements — TBA

Wishlist on the Epic Games Store to receive updates. Store pages typically list system requirements closer to launch.

FAQ

What is gen Atlas?
gen Atlas is a single-player open-world action-adventure from genDESIGN and Fumito Ueda, published by Epic Games. It was previously known as Project Robot.
When does gen Atlas release?
No release date has been announced. The game was fully revealed at Summer Game Fest on June 5, 2026.
Is gen Atlas on Steam?
No. The PC version is exclusive to the Epic Games Store.
Is gen Atlas a PlayStation exclusive?
No. It launches on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC simultaneously — Ueda's first multi-platform game.
Who made Ico and Shadow of the Colossus?
Fumito Ueda directed both games. gen Atlas is his first new title since The Last Guardian (2016).
What is Project Robot?
Project Robot was the development codename for gen Atlas, first shown at The Game Awards 2024.
Does gen Atlas have multiplayer?
No. genDESIGN confirms gen Atlas is a single-player experience.
What languages will the game support?
In-game language support has not been announced. Check the Epic Games Store page for updates as development continues.

Related Games by Fumito Ueda

gen Atlas continues a design lineage spanning two decades of acclaimed action-adventure titles.

Title Year Platform Notes
Ico 2001 PlayStation 2 Escort puzzle-adventure; companion bond with Yorda
Shadow of the Colossus 2005 PlayStation 2 Boss colossi traversal; minimal narrative, maximal atmosphere
The Last Guardian 2016 PlayStation 4 Companion creature Trico; puzzle-platforming at scale
gen Atlas TBA PS5, Xbox, PC Open-world mech action; first multi-platform Ueda title