Lokko is a unique cross-platform 3D platformer were fun meets creativity. Players can create and share their custom levels. characters, enemies, and tracks using an intuitive in-game editor. The game features seamless integration with cross-platform features, allowing limitless play on PlayStation 5, PC, and iOS. Challenge other players' best runs, unleash your creativity, and leverage the power of DualSense on all three platforms.
Developer: Appy Monkeys
Coming to: PlayStation 5, PC and iOS
Bloody Boots is a high-voltage third person action-adventure game set in Crank Town, a dystopian entertainment hub powered by junk-punk advancements in biotech. This town thrives on illegal gambling and savage acts that push the limits of morality with twisted and chaotic activities. Play as a fugitive teen trapped in Crank Town's lawless mayhem. In a playground of ruthless mutants, mech-enhanced supervillains, and savage bosses. Fight to get your ticket out!
Developer: Weloadin
Coming to: PlayStation 5 and PC
Shoot yourself into the nebula and join a race for survival in this arcade combat racer. Outmanoeuvre, pursue, and obliterate rival meteors in a dazzling display of strategy and skill that’s as thrilling as it is unforgiving.
Developer: Big Boot Games
Coming to: PlayStation 5, PlayStation VR2 and PC
Fishbowl is a slice of life, coming of age story told over a month. Video call loved ones, work from home, sort through puzzles to rediscover childhood memories, do care tasks and get to know yourself better, one day at a time.
Developer: imissmyfriends.studio
Coming to: PlayStation 5 and PC
Mukti is a groundbreaking first-person story exploration game set within the immersive environment of an Indian museum. Mukti delves deeply into a critical social issue that demands our attention: human trafficking. In Mukti, players embark on a journey of discovery as they navigate the labyrinthine corridors of the museum, uncovering the harrowing truths and hidden narratives behind the scourge of human trafficking. Through rich storytelling and immersive gameplay mechanics, Mukti invites players to confront the realities faced by victims and survivors alike, shedding light on this pressing global issue.
Developer: underDOGS Studio
Coming to: PlayStation 5 and PC
A 2D Rhythm Hyrbid Metroidvania set in mythical India. Find your way through five different biomes inspired by the Indian history, culture and the vast and varied landscape. Traverse through these lands where the music is either frozen in time or channelled strongly such that even the seemingly inanimate things around you resonate to the music. Explore the hidden island of Raagamandala to release the world from this twisted musical curse and uncover the secrets of the origin of music.
Developer: Tathvamasi Studios
Coming to: PlayStation 5 and PC
Gates of Blood is a 2D side-scrolling action platformer, set in the unpredictable Egyptian underworld of the Duat. Assuming the role of a warrior named Zahrah, players face a series of intense boss-rush-like encounters with powerful Gods, Demons, and Beasts.
Developer: Holy Cow Productions
Coming to: PlayStation 5 and PC
Companies in game development (of any size) based out of India can submit their application online.
The objective of the India Hero Project is to support Indian game developers. International teams are welcome to register if they have a team in India and a registered entity in India. We expect 50% or more of the game development to be executed out of India.
There is no team size restriction. Even one person companies are encouraged to apply.
India Hero Project supports games that enhance game development in India and encourages everyone to participate. Sony Interactive Entertainment applies a rigorous and competitive selection procedure to all submissions.
We do not support gambling, Real Money Gaming (RMG), or games with explicit content.
No, Sony Interactive Entertainment accreditation is not a prerequisite for the India Hero Project application. Nonetheless, applicants must adhere to the guidelines outlined in the online application.
Formal partnerships that are legally binding are acceptable.
In principle, there is no limit to the number of applications. However, applicants are advised to be strategic as it is doubtful India Hero Project will fund more than one proposal per developer.
No, we encourage all existing and new game developers to submit for India Hero Project.
We acknowledge that game development schedules can vary. Each submission will likely be at a different stage of development. We anticipate that most games will take one to three years to complete.
Our primary platform focus is PlayStation®5 (PS5™) and PC.
Yes, PlayStation®VR2 titles will be supported.
Mobile game titles will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
We encourage the submission of new games. Existing ports will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
Applicants can apply for a minimum of 100,000 US dollars.
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All applications should be in English.
After submission, we will review your application and contact you for all necessary documentation, including the game build.
The final decision on funding will be made by the India Hero Project committee.
For inquires, please contact us at IHP@sony.com Shortlisted applicants will be invited to draft a detailed pitch deck and budget. Followed by a review of the game build before formalizing the approval for funding.
No fees are applicable. The India Hero Project aims to showcase India's emerging game development talent.
No. This is a recoupable development funding and doesn't include publishing. Publishing opportunities will be discussed on a case-by-case basis at a later time and will be subject to additional criteria.
The India Hero Project is an India-specific incubator program customized for the local needs of Indian developers. Sony Interactive Entertainment will also continue supporting third-party game developers through our existing programs.
Funding will be disbursed on a milestone basis. After each milestone, the criteria will be examined, and the developer will receive payment upon approval.
All applicants are required to monitor their own activities. Sony Interactive Entertainment will require development updates and status reports. The level of delivery will be based on the milestone deliverables specified in the contract. If there is cause for concern, Sony Interactive Entertainment may seek additional information and conduct an audit. The developer will be notified of such actions.
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