Mukti: A Powerful Narrative Game on a Global Stage

Sony India Hero Project has once again proven its commitment to nurturing bold, culturally rich storytelling in gaming — this time with Mukti, a deeply moving first-person narrative exploration game developed by underDOGS Studio and now unveiled for both PlayStation 5 and PC (Steam).

Set within the quiet, contemplative halls of an Indian museum, Mukti uses its atmospheric setting as a powerful metaphor for memory, silence, and survival. As players wander through meticulously designed exhibits, they uncover layered stories of resilience, trauma, and hope — all rooted in the harrowing reality of human trafficking, a global crisis with deep local echoes.

🎮 A Game That Moves, Not Just Plays

What sets Mukti apart isn't just its subject matter — it's how it’s experienced.

• DualSense Integration: Through close collaboration with Sony, underDOGS Studio has harnessed the PS5’s haptic feedback and adaptive triggers to create emotional texture. Subtle vibrations during quiet puzzle-solving or tension-filled moments emulate the weight of silence, the tremor of fear, or the faint echo of a forgotten voice.

• Narrative Depth: Inspired by real-life survivor testimonies and historical research, Mukti doesn’t sensationalize. Instead, it invites empathy through intimate storytelling — from fragmented audio diaries to symbolic artifacts that carry emotional and cultural truth.

• Cultural Authenticity: The game’s visual design, music (featuring traditional Indian instrumentation), and even architectural details draw from real Indian museums and social movements, grounding the experience in authenticity.

💻 PC Launch Details

The PC version, launching on Steam, will be accessible to a wider global audience, with full support for:

• Steam Achievements
• Family Sharing
• Comprehensive Controller Support (including DualShock 4, Xbox, and keyboard/mouse)

Provisional System Requirements:

Note: The game is currently in final development, and specs may be subject to minor adjustments before launch.

🌍 Why Mukti Matters

In a statement, Vaibhav Chavan, founder and game director at underDOGS Studio, reflected on the significance of being selected for the Sony India Hero Project:

"We are proud for Mukti to be part of the esteemed Sony India Hero Project. Selection for this program provided the resources to realize our vision and reinforced our conviction that Indian narratives have a place on the global platform."

This isn’t just a game about trauma — it’s a call to awareness, a platform for change, and a testament to the power of Indian creativity in shaping global conversations.

🎯 Looking Ahead

With Mukti, Sony continues to expand its vision of the Hero Project beyond just commercial success — it’s about amplifying underrepresented voices, validating diverse stories, and using gaming as a tool for social impact.

As one of the most emotionally charged and technically polished indie titles to emerge from India, Mukti stands poised to become not only a standout in PlayStation’s library but a landmark title in narrative-driven gaming.

🔔 Stay tuned for more updates — a full launch date, additional trailers, and developer insights are expected in early 2025.

"Mukti isn’t just a game. It’s a journey into silence, into memory, into the courage it takes to be seen."
— underDOGS Studio

For more:
PlayStation Blog – Mukti Launch Announcement
Steam Page (Coming Soon)