Delivering a gaming experience that merges modern innovation with uniquely Southeast Asian culture for a global gaming community
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Bandung, Indonesia, November 22, 2024 – Agate International (“Agate”), the leading game developer company in Indonesia and one of the largest in Southeast Asia, is proud to announce a global partnership with Red Dunes Games, a game studio based in Abu Dhabi, to co-develop Blades of Mirage, an isometric action RPG that immerses players in a world rich with Southeast Asian cultural inspiration. This collaboration is a fusion of two visions aimed at delivering meaningful adventure and striking visual aesthetics.
Shieny Aprilia, Co-Founder & CEO of Agate explains “Blades of Mirage is more than just a new game for us; it symbolizes our shared vision to create an adventure rich in culture and visual beauty. This partnership is an important step in bringing Southeast Asian cultural elements to the international stage, bridging modern innovation with classic adventure.”
The collaboration between Agate and Red Dunes Games unites the two studios’ vision to create an entertaining and impactful game. With Red Dunes Games’ commitment to encourage indie game developers and Agate’s unique artistic touch, Blades of Mirage offers a deeply engaging and heartfelt gaming experience.
Sultan Al Darmaki, CEO of Red Dunes Games said that “At Red Dunes Games, we believe that a great game is one that resonates with gamers around the world, across all cultures, and is, most importantly, fun to play. Our partnership with Agate, now spanning two exciting projects, allows us to combine our global experience with the rich Southeast Asian culture, creating a game that is innovative and leaves a lasting impression on the global gaming community.”
As an Indonesian game developer expanding on the global stage, Agate is committed not only to innovation but also to supporting the local game industry. This partnership with Red Dunes Games reflects this commitment, aiming to strengthen the game industry through a combination of advanced technology and storytelling that highlights Southeast Asian culture.
In Blades of Mirage, players will play as Mira, the only human teenage girl seeking her identity and place in society. When the sinister Nightmare Lord kidnaps her adoptive mother to unleash chaos upon the world, Mira must embrace her destiny to save her family and her home from ancient evil. Full-cycle Game Development Business Head at Agate Lee Marvin, added “Players will explore stunning landscapes and mystical ruins in Blades of Mirage—from lush rainforests and ancient temples to encounters with iconic mythical beasts—all brought to life with a stylized aesthetic that captures the vibrant essence of Southeast Asia.” Players will engage in fast-paced combat by seamlessly switching between weapons and fighting styles to outsmart enemies, then solve intricate environmental puzzles that test their logic, timing, and mastery of physics-based mechanics.
