Saw: Genesis

Saw: Genesis is a first-person, three-versus-one asymmetric multiplayer horror game.^[4] Three players control the Accused, while a fourth player controls the Judge.^[3][5] Matches take place on procedurally generated maps.^[1][6]

The Accused must work together to complete challenges, collect keys and escape a maze of traps before time runs out.^[4][3] If caught in a trap, an Accused player may be forced to sacrifice a body part or depend on teammates for rescue.^[4] These injuries affect the rest of the match, with damage to different body parts changing the player's ability to move, fight or solve puzzles.^[4]

The Judge manipulates the trial from behind the scenes using traps, perks and other tools, but is physically vulnerable and cannot directly overpower the Accused.^[3][6] The Judge can use hidden corridors, a noise-detection map, hallucinogenic gas, paralyzing toxins and an Accomplice who can drag the Accused into traps.^[1][7]

The game is set in the aftermath of World War I, before the events of the Saw films.^[5][6] It centres on the Judge, an early figure associated with the later philosophy of Jigsaw, and the Accused, who are placed in trials built around escape, sacrifice and survival.^[3][7]

Saw: Genesis was revealed during Summer Game Fest on 5 June 2026.^[3][8] The game is developed by Broken Mirror Games and Anshar Studios, with Bloober Team publishing and Lionsgate involved through the Saw franchise partnership.^[1][2]

Bloober Team chief executive Piotr Babieno said the multiplayer format was intended to extend the franchise's focus on moral choices into a shared setting driven by player interaction and consequence.^[2] Lionsgate executive Erika N. Ewing described the game as a new chapter for the franchise built around traps, time pressure and life-or-death choices.^[2]

The game is planned to launch first in early access for Windows in 2026.^[1][2] A full release date has not been announced.^[5][7]