The Colossal Return: Unleashing the Legend of Shadow of the Colossus 2

Highlights

Shadow of the Colossus, a game known for its unique gameplay and captivating story, has received two successful touch-ups, so it's time for a sequel.

The game's ending and lack of remaining colossi open up possibilities for a fresh storyline with colossi located in various locations around the world.

There are worries about the potential for a sequel due to the disbandment of Team Ico, the original studio responsible for the game. However, Fumito Ueda and his new team, GenDesign, have given hints about a forthcoming game announcement, leading to speculation about the potential for a sequel to Shadow of the Colossus or an entirely new project.

It has been eighteen years since Japan Studio and Team Ico released Shadow of the Colossus, a game that revolutionized the gaming industry. From the moment it hit store shelves, it became a smashing success known for its distinctive gameplay, atmospheric setting, and mysterious narrative that captivated players as they explored its desolate, unnamed lands. In simple terms, Shadow of the Colossus possesses a certain indescribable quality that sets it apart from any other game.

Following its initial release, Shadow of the Colossus underwent two notable updates. The first occurred in 2011 when it was remastered in HD for the PlayStation 3. The second came in 2018 with a complete recreation of the original game, modernizing its graphics and controls. The 2018 remake of Shadow of the Colossus further solidified the series' success, thanks to Bluepoint Games' meticulous attention to detail. Considering the triumphs of both the 2011 remaster and the 2018 remake, it is surprising that Team Ico has yet to create a sequel, Shadow of the Colossus 2.

Shadow of the Colossus Needs Another Chapter

Due to the conclusion of the game's story, it might seem unlikely that there will be a sequel to Shadow of the Colossus. The narrative revolves around Wander, who ventures to the tomb of Dormin with the intention of resurrecting his lost love, Mono. In order to achieve this, Wander is required to locate and defeat all sixteen colossi, ultimately releasing the power of Dormin into the world. Despite Wander's success in his mission, it comes at the price of his own life. Consequently, there are no remaining colossi to be conquered, posing a significant obstacle for any potential sequel to Shadow of the Colossus.

The Shadow of the Colossus setting remains mysterious to players, with little knowledge of the outside world or the characters encountered. This allows for the potential creation of another storyline involving colossi in different regions. Despite Wander's destruction of the trapped colossi and subsequent transformation into a horned infant, there may be challenges in incorporating Wander, Mono, and Agro into a sequel. However, given the cryptic nature of the game's story, it is entirely plausible.

Another hurdle for a Shadow of the Colossus sequel lies in the fact that the original studio, Team Ico, no longer exists. Led by renowned video game producer Fumito Ueda, the studio was responsible for other influential games such as Ico. Despite initial failure, Ico greatly impacted modern game design and paved the way for successes like Dark Souls. Team Ico began disbanding in 2011 during the development of The Last Guardian, as the team believed they required better resources to complete the game. Subsequently, Ueda and his colleagues formed GenDesign to finish developing The Last Guardian.

GenDesign, after a period of silence since the release of The Last Guardian in 2016, made headlines in recent years. In 2020, they announced a partnership with Epic Games to develop their next game. In January of this year, Fumito Ueda and GenDesign offered a preview of a game announcement planned for 2023. The teaser raised speculation about a possible Shadow of the Colossus remake or the creation of a sequel to The Last Guardian, or even an entirely new game. As we approach the end of the year, there has not been any further update regarding Ueda's message from January. Ueda mentioned that the announcement requires a significant amount of work, so it remains to be seen if the message will ultimately come to fruition.

Currently, Shadow of the Colossus can be played on PS4.