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

Sony has unveiled an exciting new title, Mukti, as part of its Sony India Hero Project. This upcoming game, developed by underDOGS Studio, is set to launch on both PlayStation 5 and PC, and it promises to be a compelling exploration of a critical social issue: human trafficking.

Mukti is a first-person story exploration game set within the confines of an Indian museum. Players will navigate the museum's labyrinthine corridors, uncovering the harrowing realities and hidden narratives surrounding human trafficking. The game aims to raise awareness and provoke thought through rich storytelling and immersive gameplay mechanics. Each interaction within Mukti is designed to foster empathy, spark dialogue, and inspire action on this pressing global issue.

Here’s the official description:

In Mukti, players embark on a journey of discovery as they navigate the labyrinthine corridors of the museum, uncovering the harrowing truths and hidden narratives behind the scourge of human trafficking. Through rich storytelling and immersive gameplay mechanics, Mukti invites players to confront the realities faced by victims and survivors alike, shedding light on this pressing global issue.

Drawing inspiration from authentic narratives and meticulously researched historical contexts, Mukti aims to raise awareness, provoke thought, and inspire action. Each interaction within the game is designed to provoke empathy, spark dialogue, and ignite change.

underDOGS Studio is working closely with PlayStation to ensure that the PS5's haptic feedback and adaptive triggers enhance the gaming experience. These features will provide subtle vibrations during moments of quiet puzzle-solving, adding to the immersion.

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

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 support achievements, family sharing, and full controller compatibility.

In a recent PlayStation Blog post, Vaibhav Chavan, the founder and game director at underDOGS Studio, expressed pride in being part of the Sony India Hero Project. Chavan highlighted how being selected for the program not only provided the necessary resources to bring their vision to life but also reinforced their belief in the global appeal of Indian stories.

“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 said.

“After over a year of working closely with the fantastic folks at Sony, the journey has been nothing short of insightful and full of learning. Now, we’re thrilled to finally give you a glimpse of what we’ve been crafting behind the scenes.”

Sony's Hero Project initiatives span the globe, as the company seeks to discover the next big hit developed externally for PlayStation. As part of these initiatives, Sony provides studios with development support, publishing assistance, and marketing and promotion. Another example of a Hero Project game is the upcoming China Hero Project title, Lost Soul Aside.