Sony has announced an exciting new addition to its gaming lineup with the upcoming release of Mukti, a first-person story exploration game developed by underDOGS Studio as part of the Sony India Hero Project. Set within the immersive environment of an Indian museum, Mukti aims to tackle a critical social issue—human trafficking—through a compelling narrative and engaging gameplay.
In Mukti, players will navigate the museum's intricate corridors, uncovering the stark realities and hidden stories behind human trafficking. The game uses rich storytelling and immersive mechanics to shed light on the experiences of victims and survivors, hoping to raise awareness, stimulate discussion, and encourage action. The game draws from real-life narratives and historical contexts, ensuring a powerful and authentic experience.
underDOGS Studio is collaborating closely with PlayStation to optimize the PS5's DualSense controller features, such as haptics and adaptive triggers. These will be finely tuned to enhance gameplay, particularly during moments of quiet puzzle-solving, providing a more immersive experience.
For those planning to play Mukti on PC, underDOGS Studio has released the tentative system specifications. Here's what you'll need:
Mukti PC Specifications
Minimum
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
- OS: Windows 10
- Processor: Intel Core i5-9400F or better or AMD Ryzen 5 3500 or better
- Memory: 8 GB RAM
- Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 (4 GB) or AMD Radeon RX 570 (4 GB) or RX 6400
- Storage: 40 GB available space
Recommended
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
- OS: Windows 11
- Processor: Intel Core i7-12700K or better or AMD Ryzen 7 7700 or better
- Memory: 16 GB RAM
- Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Ti (16 GB) or AMD Radeon RX 7700 XT (12 GB)
- Storage: 40 GB available space
The Steam version of Mukti will include achievements, family sharing, and full controller support, enhancing the gaming experience for PC players.
Vaibhav Chavan, the founder and game director at underDOGS Studio, expressed pride in being part of the Sony India Hero Project. "Mukti is proud to be part of the prestigious Sony India Hero Project, being selected for this program not only gave us the fuel to bring our vision to life, but also reaffirmed our belief that Indian stories belong on the world stage," Chavan stated on the PlayStation Blog. He also highlighted the invaluable support and learning from over a year of collaboration with Sony, culminating in the release of this sneak peek into their work.
Sony's Hero Project initiatives span the globe, seeking to identify and nurture the next big hits for PlayStation. These initiatives provide participating studios with development, publishing, and marketing support. Another example of this is the upcoming game Lost Soul Aside, part of the China Hero Project.
