The Summer Game Fest 2024 wrapped up in Los Angeles last week. The annual event, a highlight for developers and gamers, showcased a slew of new games from across the globe. However, this year, something remarkable stood out: a surge in games featuring South Asian storytelling. For an industry that has long overlooked South Asian narratives, this shift is both refreshing and significant. Here is a look at some of these games.

Raji: An Ancient Epic

Developed by Nodding Heads Games in Pune, Raji: An Ancient Epic, is an action-adventure game. Initially released on August 18, 2020, for Nintendo Switch, it became available on other platforms, including PlayStation 4 and Xbox One, on October 15, 2020. The game follows Raji, a young girl chosen by the gods to defend humanity against demonic forces. Enhanced for PlayStation 5 on April 16, 2024, this version features improved graphics, ray tracing, and additional Dual Sense controller functionalities.