Indika (video game)
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| Indika | |
|---|---|
| Developer(s) | Odd-Meter |
| Publisher(s) | 11 Bit Studios |
| Director(s) | Dmitry Svetlow[1] |
| Platform(s) | |
| Release | May 2, 2024 |
| Genre(s) | Adventure |
| Mode(s) | Single-player |
Indika is a 2024 third-person adventure game developed by Odd-Meter and published by 11 bit studios. It was released May 2, 2024 for Microsoft Windows, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X and Series S.[citation needed]
Gameplay
In the game, players take control of Indika, a nun looking to adjust to a monastic life. The twist in the tale comes in the form of her companion : she has a connection with the Devil himself; and it is this connection, or relationship that is further explored in the game. The game emphasizes on this story-telling device and the conflict between the church's perspectives and lifestyle and her own doubts and religious beliefs. The game requires players to navigate various obstacles, do platforming sequences, solve puzzles, obtain collectibles while traversing across surreal landscapes and interacting with strange people during this journey.[2] Developer Dmitry Svetlow purposely kept the protagonist's character the way it was as the story worked better with a female character, and "combination of mature intellect, and sometimes childish simplicity and naivety"[3]
Development
The game was announced by publisher 11 bit studios during the Future Games Show 2024; who are known for their previously published titles Frostpunk, The Thaumaturge and The Invincible, among others. The developers had to move from Russia to Kazakhstan and finish the game there. Per Odd-Meter game director Dmitry Svetlow: "After February 24, things were complicated even further as staying in Russia became physically scary".[1]
Reception
| Aggregator | Score |
|---|---|
| Metacritic | 80[4] |
| OpenCritic | 80[5] |
| Publication | Score |
|---|---|
| Eurogamer | 4/5[8] |
| Game Informer | 8.75/10[7] |
| PC Gamer (US) | 79/100[9] |
The game received Generally Favorable reviews as per review aggregator website Metacritic.[4] 80% of critics recommended it on OpenCritic.[5]
References
- ^ a b "11 bit studios to publish INDIKA - 11 bit studios". 2023-10-18. Retrieved 2024-06-18.
- ^ Stewart, Marcus (2024-05-02). "Indika Review - Rewarding Faith". Game Informer. Retrieved 2024-06-18.
- ^ "Indika Interview - Might Be The Start of A Franchise". 2024-06-14. Retrieved 2024-06-18.
- ^ a b "INDIKA". www.metacritic.com. Retrieved 2024-06-18.
- ^ a b "Indika Reviews". OpenCritic. 2024-05-02. Retrieved 2024-06-18.
- ^ Norris, Jesse 'Doncabesa' (2024-05-01). "Indika | Review". XboxEra. Retrieved 2024-06-18.
- ^ Stewart, Marcus (2024-05-02). "Indika Review - Rewarding Faith". Game Informer. Retrieved 2024-06-18.
- ^ Reporter, Matt Wales News (2024-05-13). "Indika review - a dark, surreal, and devilishly playful drama". Eurogamer.net. Retrieved 2024-06-18.
- ^ published, Shaun Prescott (2024-05-01). "Indika review". pcgamer. Retrieved 2024-06-18.
- ^ "INDIKA Review - A Dark, Hilarious, and Thought-Provoking Exploration of Morality". 2024-05-18. Retrieved 2024-06-18.