UnCap Works
UnCap Works is a game design consultant studio led by a veteran developer with over 30 years of experience in the global game industry.
Founded by Shingo Matsumoto, a game design consultant with over 30 years of experience in the video game industry.
Throughout his career, he has contributed to numerous large-scale game projects and well-known titles, focusing on gameplay design, user interface systems, and creative direction.
UnCap Works was established to explore new gameplay ideas, experimental mechanics, and original interactive concepts.
Selected Works
Selected titles and projects Shingo Matsumoto contributed to across game design, UI leadership, and development production.
Ape Escape — Game Designer (1999)
Designed gameplay systems and core mechanics for the PlayStation action game Ape Escape.
Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS / Wii U — UI / Game Mode Lead (2014)
Led the UI team and designed user interface systems and gameplay modes for Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS / Wii U.
Pac-Man Championship Edition 2 — Development Producer (2016)
Led the development of Pac-Man Championship Edition 2, overseeing production, coordinating the team, and guiding the project from concept to release.
Super Smash Bros. Ultimate — UI / Game Mode Lead (2018)
Led the design of user interface systems and gameplay modes for Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, contributing to the overall player experience of the Nintendo Switch title.
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What We Do
Game Concept
Creating original gameplay concepts that form the foundation of commercial game projects, from initial idea development to pitch-ready proposals.
Game Design
Designing gameplay systems and mechanics for large-scale commercial titles, balancing player experience, depth, and real-world production constraints across multidisciplinary teams.
UI/UX Design
Designing user interface systems and player flows for complex game titles, leading UI teams and shaping player experience on large-scale commercial projects such as Super Smash Bros.
Game Design & UI/UX Review
Providing professional review of gameplay systems, user interfaces, and overall player experience. Evaluating design quality, usability, system balance, and production feasibility based on extensive experience in large-scale commercial game development. Delivering actionable feedback to support decision-making in both early concept stages and ongoing production.
Available for consulting, game design direction, and UI / UX review, including system evaluation, gameplay balancing, and production-ready design feedback for commercial game projects.
Philosopy
Strong games are built on clear ideas, and refined through iteration, balance, and player-focused design. At UnCap Works, gameplay concepts are developed with a focus on interaction, system depth, and production feasibility. By combining decades of experience in large-scale commercial development with new design exploration, the goal is to create ideas that can evolve into successful products.
Contact
Available for consulting, game design direction, and UI / UX review for commercial game projects. If you are looking to improve gameplay systems, user experience, or overall product quality, feel free to get in touch. Direct contact is preferred.
Email :
info@uncapworks.com