Agate Wrapped 2025: A Year of Motion and Impact
As we approach the end of 2025, we reflect on a year shaped by earned trust and technical excellence. Beyond growth metrics, we focused on deepening our impact within our community and among our partners. We are filled with gratitude for every milestone achieved and every partnership built. From international stages to nurturing local talent, 2025 was truly a year in motion. A Global […]
Potentia Officially Launched: A Joint Initiative by DEUS and Level Up powered by Agate, Rebranding Indonesia’s First Game-Based Cognitive Assessment Developed with UGM, MCI, and Agate
Jakarta, November 20, 2025. Indonesia’s digital learning landscape has reached a new milestone with the official launch of Potentia, a game based cognitive assessment platform jointly released by DEUS Human Capital Services and Level Up powered by Agate. Potentia is the enhanced and modernized evolution of Batique, Indonesia’s first game based cognitive assessment originally developed with PT Melintas Cakrawala Indonesia (MCI), Universitas […]
Dev Story: Beneath Oressa’s Porting Success With Optimization At Its Core
Agate embarked on an exciting project: bringing the visually striking PC game Beneath Oresa to a wider audience on PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch. Source: Beneath Oresa Steam Page Beneath Oresa is a fun, card-based fighting game that resembles a comic book. This unique look makes Beneath Oresa stand out from other deckbuilding games. A […]
Cultural Representation in Games: The Power of Inclusive Storytelling
Imagine stepping into a game where the environment, the characters, and even the myths feel like home. The streets resemble those from your childhood, the characters speak phrases you grew up hearing, and the legends are woven into the story mirror tales passed down through generations. Suddenly, the game is beyond just entertainment, but it’s […]
Dev Story: Bringing a Multiplayer Vision to Consoles with ArcRunner
With the rising demand for connected experiences on consoles, players are increasingly drawn toward games that offer robust multiplayer features. As a result, multiplayer gaming on consoles continues to gain momentum, offering huge opportunity to boost player engagement. This trend underscores the need for game developers to deliver high-quality multiplayer experiences on consoles that keep […]
The IKEA Effect in Gamification: Harnessing Player Engagement
In today’s evolving gaming landscape, the challenge isn’t just about delivering visually stunning graphics or captivating narratives—it’s about fostering a deeper connection between players and the worlds they explore. This requires more than just technical mastery or creative storytelling;. It it demands a deeper psychological strategy. One such psychological principle that has proven transformative in […]
Story from GameDev Summit
Earlier this month, Agate’s Director of Business Development returned from GameDev Summit 2025, held against the stunning backdrop of Boracay’s beaches. Beyond the breathtaking scenery, the event offered invaluable conversations with industry veterans, making it an enriching experience for us. Designed to foster conversations and build relationships, the event created an inclusive space for emerging […]
Agate Seasonal Pause: Charting New Horizons While Nurturing Local Growth
As the end of 2024 approaches, we pause amidst the rhythm of progress to reflect on a rewarding journey. Like the turning of seasons, this year has brought its share of trials and triumphs, each shaping our resolve to grow globally while remaining steadfast in our commitment to nurturing the local gaming ecosystem. For Agate, […]
Redefining SEA Digital Growth: A Thriving Region for Gaming Sectors
As 2024 reach its final quarter, the digital economy in Southeast Asia (SEA) continues to surge, fueled by robust growth across sectors such as e-commerce, food and transport, travel, and online media. Among these, SEA stands out as a rising star in the global digital economy, demonstrating resilience and adaptability in the face of inflationary […]
Story from G-STAR and DevGAMM Lisbon
November was a dynamic and rewarding month for Agate as we took part in two prestigious gaming events: G-STAR 2024 in South Korea and DevGAMM Lisbon in Portugal. These global showcases offered unparalleled opportunities to network with industry leaders, gain valuable insights, and further solidify our presence across Asia and Europe—two of the most vibrant […]