Sony Secures Exclusive Rights for Mukti: A First-Person Exploration Game Set in Indian Museum, Coming to PS5 and PC

Sony has announced an exciting new game titled "Mukti," developed by underDOGS Studio as part of the Sony India Hero Project. This first-person exploration game is set in an Indian museum and tackles the critical social issue of human trafficking.

In "Mukti," players will navigate through the museum's intricate corridors, uncovering the stark realities and hidden stories behind human trafficking. The game aims to immerse players in rich storytelling and interactive gameplay, encouraging them to confront the challenges faced by victims and survivors. "Mukti" seeks to raise awareness, stimulate discussion, and inspire action by drawing from real-life narratives and detailed historical research. Every interaction within the game is crafted to evoke empathy, foster dialogue, and drive social change.

The developers at underDOGS Studio are collaborating closely with PlayStation to optimize the use of the PS5's DualSense controller features, including haptics and adaptive triggers. These enhancements will add a deeper level of immersion, particularly during quiet puzzle-solving moments.

For PC gamers, underDOGS Studio has released the tentative system requirements for "Mukti":

Minimum Requirements:

• OS: Windows 10 (64-bit)
• Processor: Intel Core i5-9400F 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 Requirements:

• OS: Windows 11 (64-bit)
• Processor: Intel Core i7-12700K 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 feature achievements, family sharing, and full controller support.

Vaibhav Chavan, the founder and game director at underDOGS Studio, expressed pride in being part of the Sony India Hero Project. In a post on the PlayStation Blog, Chavan highlighted the invaluable support from Sony, which has helped bring their vision to life and validated the importance of Indian stories on a global stage. After more than a year of collaboration with Sony, Chavan and his team are eager to share their work with the world.

Sony's Hero Project initiatives span various regions, seeking to discover the next major hit for PlayStation. Through these initiatives, Sony provides development, publishing, and promotional support to selected studios. Another example is "Lost Soul Aside," an upcoming game from the China Hero Project.

Check out the gameplay video below: