Fans of PlatinumGames’ titles have once again found themselves teetering between hope and skepticism as whispers circulate about the status of the mysterious Project G.G. announced back in 2020. With the departure of the illustrious Hideki Kamiya from PlatinumGames, the fate of this ambitious project is MIA, and the legendary dev himself wants players to demand answers.
Project G.G., a title still in its working stages, was unveiled to the world as PlatinumGames’ first self-published endeavor, with Kamiya at the helm. It was not just another game; it was heralded as a spiritual successor to the beloved Viewtiful Joe and The Wonderful 101, carrying the weight of expectation and the legacy of its forebears.
With a new studio in Tokyo gearing up and a team of a hundred professionals assembling, Project G.G. was a statement of intent, a glimpse into PlatinumGames’ ambitious future. Much ado was warranted, considering how large the shoes it sought to fill were.
The initial teaser trailer, brief yet tantalizing, offered a glimpse into a world under siege by a colossal kaiju, with a lone hero rising – quite literally – to the challenge. Through the eyes of a faithful canine companion (who looks a lot like a young Hachiko), we witnessed the transformation of an ordinary man into a towering figure, ready to clash with the monstrous adversary amidst a crumbling city.
Sadly, the journey from announcement to realization has been fraught with challenges and unanswered questions. With Kamiya’s exit, a veil of silence has descended upon Project G.G., with the gaming community left parsing through tweets and statements, seeking clarity amidst the vagueness.
Kamiya, in response to a fan’s inquiry on X (formerly Twitter), cryptically advised to “ask Platinum about Platinum,” leaving more questions than answers in his wake. In a past interaction with Famitsu, Kamiya shed light on the game’s evolution. He highlighted that the game’s current expansive scope was a result of PlatinumGames’ CEO Atsushi Inaba’s grand vision.
Inaba envisioned Project G.G. as a benchmark for the kind of games PlatinumGames would produce in the future. This collaborative brainstorming transformed Project G.G. from a mere idea into the massive project it is today – but will it see the light of day?
Gamers, ever vigilant and speculative, have now been left to connect the dots and read between the lines. With no official release date in sight and platforms yet to be announced, the details surrounding Project G.G. are as elusive as the game itself. The initial excitement has given way to a simmering anticipation that is quickly turning into despair.
With fingers crossed, let’s hope that PlatinumGames won’t leave its devoted fanbase in the dark for much longer. While developers often ask for our patience, it’s equally vital for them to uphold their commitment to keeping fans well-informed if they hope to reap the fruits of their labor.
