Pune-based studio Super Gaming has revealed lore and background synopsis of its indie game Indus Battle Royale. This synopsis reveals the backstory of each of its indo-futuristic avatars and how they connect to the larger narrative of the game.
The Indian battle royale game is set in the distant future on the island of “Virlok,” which was once home to an ancient race of intergalactic explorers, “the Yaksha.” Players assume the role of Mythwalkers in search of the rare resource “Cosmium.”
Avatars from the game are inspired by Indian history, mythology and culture. The characters are also classified within certain series like Indus Automata, Yakha Heroes and Explorer amongst others. Here is a deep dive into the unique playable avatars of the game:
1. Adi and Adya
Series: Challenger
Background: Adi and Adya are the inaugural standard-issue Avatars, crafted after billions of credits and countless hours of research and development. Designed to embody and cater to the competitive spirit of Mythwalkers, they represent the cutting-edge technology that defines the game experience. These avatars are chosen by those looking to balance efficiency with style.
2. Null and Void
Series: Explorer
Background: Null and Void are the initial prototype models that successfully landed on Virlok. Their utilitarian design reflects their age. Despite the creation of more sophisticated models, their charm and reliability make them a common choice for Mythwalkers. They symbolise the call of the infinite void, daring Mythwalkers to venture into the deepest secrets of the Cosmos.
3. Diya
Series: Yaksha Vintage
Background: Diya represents a connection to the happier times on Indus. This vintage icon has been revived with the hope of rekindling the past’s joy and celebration. Her design serves as a tribute to the rich cultural heritage of the ancient Yaksha race.
4. Neo Yash
Series: Yaksha Culture
Background: Neo Yash showcases the cultural values and aesthetics that were integral to Yaksha’s life. This avatar embodies the fashion and artistic expression native to Indus, providing a glimpse into the cultural richness of the Yaksha civilisation.
5. Rana and Arya
Series: Yaksha Glamour
Background: Known as a celebrated entertainer and dancer, Rana was the headline act of a travelling dance troupe. However, classified documents reveal that his glamorous public persona masked his true role as an elite agent working covertly for the Yaksha Council.
Similarly, Arya was renowned as a performer and master thief who used her performances as a cover for infamous heists. Despite appearing to reform, her continued collaboration with Rana hints at ongoing involvement in clandestine activities.
6. Heena
Series: Indus Icon
Background: Modeled after India’s well-renowned Olympic shooter, Heena is the greatest living bounty hunter in the Indus universe. Frequently summoned by Coven, an intragalactic syndicate, the sharpshooter is called upon when Mythwalkers need exceptional skill or more often than not, a miracle.
7. Mor-ni
Series: Yaksha Heroes
Background: A legend in exile of the Champions Conclave, Morni is the rare female representative of the Immortal Peacock. Her indomitable will, tenacity, and deadly grace in combat have made her one of the most formidable warriors in Indus.
8. Mech Balika
Series: Indus Automata
Background: Originally a marionette in a theatre run by automatons, Mech Balika’s design is inspired by the Rajasthani “Kathputli” string puppet. It remains unclear how or why she became a renowned combat unit, considering the Yaksha’s reluctance to weaponise their robotic creations, viewing it as a loss of innocence.
9. Pokhran
Series: Indus Automata
Background: Developed by the famous Indian scientist Homi J. Bhabha, Pokhran units were rescued by the Yaksha and widely deployed across Virlok. They powered the planet’s most remote corners and facilitated progress. Eventually, their resilience caught the attention of a Mythwalker who captured an intact unit, leading to the creation of this Avatar.
10. Sir-taj
Series: Indus Automata
Background: Sir-Taj is a technological marvel, representing the Yaksha’s deep reverence for their heritage. Universally adored on Indus, he has regained celebrity status among Mythwalkers due to his antics and viral videos on the internet.
Indus Battle Royale is available for pre-registration on Android and has garnered over 11 million sign-ups on Google Play.
Apart from this, SuperGaming has created games like MaskGun, Tower Conquest and Battle Stars. The studio has created a real-time multiplayer game platform SuperPlatform which is used on games like Pac-man and Silly Royale.