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UnCap Works<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Selected Works<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Selected titles and projects Shingo Matsumoto contributed to across game design, UI leadership, and development production.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Ape Escape<\/strong> \u2014 <\/strong> Game Designer<\/b><\/strong> (1999)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Designed gameplay systems and core mechanics for the PlayStation action game Ape Escape.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS \/ Wii U \u2014 UI \/ Game Mode Lead<\/strong><\/strong> (2014)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Led the UI team and designed user interface systems and gameplay modes for Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS \/ Wii U<\/em>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Pac-Man Championship Edition 2 \u2014 Development Producer<\/strong> (2016)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Led the development of Pac-Man Championship Edition 2<\/em>, overseeing production, coordinating the team, and guiding the project from concept to release.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Super Smash Bros. Ultimate \u2014 UI \/ Game Mode Lead<\/strong> (2018)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Led the design of user interface systems and gameplay modes for Super Smash Bros. Ultimate<\/em>, contributing to the overall player experience of the Nintendo Switch title.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

\u00a9 Sony Interactive Entertainment Inc. Ape Escape is a trademark of Sony Interactive Entertainment Inc.
\u00a9 Nintendo. Super Smash Bros. is a trademark of Nintendo.
\u00a9 Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc. PAC-MAN is a trademark of Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc.
Images are used for portfolio purposes only.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What We Do<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Game Concept<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Creating original gameplay concepts that form the foundation of commercial game projects, from initial idea development to pitch-ready proposals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Game Design<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Designing gameplay systems and mechanics for large-scale commercial titles, balancing player experience, depth, and real-world production constraints across multidisciplinary teams.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

UI\/UX Design<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Game Design & UI\/UX Review<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Available for consulting, game design direction, and UI \/ UX review, including system evaluation, gameplay balancing, and production-ready design feedback for commercial game projects.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Philosopy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Strong games are built on clear ideas, and refined through iteration, balance, and player-focused design.\u3000At UnCap Works, gameplay concepts are developed with a focus on interaction, system depth, and production feasibility.\u3000By 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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Contact<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Email :<\/strong>
info@uncapworks.com<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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