Become one of the most ambitious original IPs in Indonesia, with an investment of over 100 billion Indonesian Rupiah and involvement of 120 local talents.
Key art of RIFTSTORM
Bandung, June 11, 2025 – Agate International (Agate), Indonesia’s leading game development company and one of the largest in Southeast Asia, has launched RIFTSTORM, a looter-shooter game co-developed with Confiction Labs in the Steam Next Fest 2025. This event showcases a selection of promising titles from around the world and serves as a strategic platform for developers to reach a global audience. This launch also marks the official release of RIFTSTORM’s demo version, now publicly available on Steam.
RIFTSTORM is one of the most ambitious original game IP ever developed in Indonesia. It is also the largest scale project ever undertaken by local studios in terms of both budget and creative scope, with a total investment of over IDR 100 billion (approximately USD 6.5 million). This project is backed by global investors such as Shima Capital and Alpha JWC Ventures, reflecting international confidence in the potential of Indonesian IP. More than 120 local talents were directly involved in the development process, which spanned nearly five years and was carried out entirely in-house from start to finish. In addition to producing a game that meets international standards, the project also provided Indonesian developers with hands-on experience in tackling a large-scale, high-complexity production.
Shieny Aprilia, CEO of Agate, stated: “The scale of investment required makes RIFTSTORM a high-risk project. However, we continued its development with the belief that Indonesia’s local game industry can grow at an accelerated pace through by taking on moonshot projects that aim for global competitiveness. We believe the industry holds immense potential, and that potential can only be realized through strong commitment and consistent, sustainable efforts.”
RIFTSTORM is a part of a larger ecosystem called Mythic Protocol, a collaborative entertainment platform that integrates game elements, community involvement, and long-term IP development. Set in a thrilling world filled with mythical threats, players assume the role of a secret operatives known as Weavers, assigned to close the rift and neutralize threats from the world and beyond.
The game’s main appeal lies in its stylized, modern sci-fi visual style with flashy elements, creating a strong and captivating aesthetic right from the first mission. Combining looter-shooter elements with roguelite system that support repeatable playthroughs, the game offers both solo and co-op missions for up to three players. With its focus on flexibility, experimental builds, and short session gameplay, RIFTSTORM is designed to appeal to veteran players as well as action fans seeking intense gaming experience.
Arief Widhiyasa, CEO of Confiction Labs, added: “RIFTSTORM is a large-scale project that demands a high level of commitment, from funding to development duration to production complexity. We took this step because we believe Indonesia needs more projects of this kind to help build a stronger foundation for the industry. I am honoured to have been given the opportunity to work with an amazing team, made up of Indonesia’s best talents who helped bring this vision to life. RIFTSTORM’s participation in Steam Next Fest is clear evidence that games developed by Indonesian studios can be compete on the global stage, as long as we continue moving forward with strong collaboration and long-term consistency.”
The demo version of RIFTSTORM showcases selected features designed to give players a true taste of the full game experience. It includes four distinct missions, ranging from tutorial to high difficulty levels, and four playable weavers, each with unique mechanics and roles. The demo also features modular abilities through Periapts, allowing players to strategically customize their playstyle. Both solo and cooperative modes are supported, making the demo suitable for quick sessions as well as more coordinated team play.
As a pioneer in the Indonesia’s game development industry, Agate remains committed to growing the national game ecosystem and paving the way for other studios. One of its core focuses is developing high-quality games for global audiences, demonstrating that Indonesia’s game industry can compete internationally. In addition to RIFTSTORM, Agate is preparing for the release of other titles, including Blades of Mirage, Rootmare, and Zozo and the Lost Dreams.
