Why We Built GS_Play
Every game project starts with the same problem: before you can build your game, you have to build the systems every game needs. Managers. Save systems. Cameras. UI. Character control. It’s months of foundational work before you write a single line of gameplay code.
We got tired of rebuilding these systems from scratch. So we built them once, built them right, and built them to last.
GS_Play is the framework we use for all our projects at Genome Studios. We can only be proud to offer it as a commercial asset because we’d want to use it ourselves—and we do. Every feature has been battle-tested in real production. Every system has been refined through actual game development.
When you choose GS_Play, you’re getting the same tools we trust to ship our own games.
Built on O3DE’s Promise
O3DE represents something important: a professional-grade, open-source game engine free from platform lock-in and licensing fees. It’s powerful technology that puts control back in developers’ hands.
But powerful doesn’t mean easy. O3DE gives you the building blocks—GS_Play helps you assemble them into a playable game.
We believe in O3DE’s vision of open, accessible game development. GS_Play is our contribution to that ecosystem: production-ready gameplay systems that let more developers bring their games to life.
Proudly Made by Genome Studios
Founded in 2010
Genome Studios is a creative production company based in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. For over 14 years, we’ve been creating video games and multimedia content—from webcomics and animations to live-action projects and games.
Our Mission
We create video games that get to the heart and core of what video games are. We’re driven by discovering elements in gaming that resonate, immerse, and inspire us to play more.
Our Values
Health comes first—no success is worth burning out. Passion drives the work that matters. Learning keeps us growing through mentorship, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Meet the Studio
Gaian Helmers — President & Project Director
With 15 years in creative production and education in Game Design, Digital Illustration, and Sequential Art, Gaian founded Genome Studios on the belief that games can be more than entertainment—they can resonate and inspire.
Our Projects
Awaken Guardian — A permadeath crawler emphasizing community and growth
Del Lago Layover — A horror series exploring dread and atmosphere
Some People’s Kids — A multimedia library spanning animations, comics, and games
Why O3DE?
We chose O3DE because we believe in open-source game development. No licensing fees. No platform overlords. Just powerful technology in the hands of creators who want to make great games.
Get in Touch
Questions about GS_Play? Want to discuss licensing? Interested in collaboration? We’d love to hear from you.
Projects Built with GS_Play
See the framework in action. These projects showcase what’s possible when you build on a solid foundation.
