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Fumito Ueda is an icon in the video game industry, having been the mastermind behind some of the most iconic gaming titles. His work has achieved cult status thanks to his minimalist approach to storytelling and self-constructed language.
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His distinct identity was first brought to life in his role as director and lead designer of Ico in 2003. Once he began leading Team Ico, Shadow of the Colossus was constructed, being released in 2005. The title was praised for its HDR lighting and minimalist gameplay.
His next project, The Last Guardian was announced at E3 2009 by showcasing early footage under the name Project Trico. Fast forward six years, the game was showcased to the E3 2015 audience under the name The Last Guardian. It was also announced that production moved to Ueda’s founded studio, genDESIGN. The company is comprised of Ueda and former staff members of Team Ico. While the action-adventure went through a rough development, the game was officially released in 2016 to positive reviews.
