SYDNEY,
NS, June 19, 2024 /CNW/ - Green Robot Studios
is in the advanced development of a video game inspired by Mi'kmaw
legends. The groundbreaking project has been in the works for two
years and builds on the company's history of developing interactive
cultural experiences.
The game is a fantasy adventure that takes place thousands of
years ago in Unama'ki. It chronicles the adventures of two young
siblings Wasuek ("Flower") and her brother U'n ("Fog") who get
mysteriously separated one summer morning and go on an adventure
through the spirit world to reunite.
The decision to develop original games was made after museums
were shut down indefinitely due to COVID-19.
"This project is a reflection of our continued commitment to
tell stories about the history, culture, and people of Cape
Breton-Unama'ki," says Shawn Green,
president.
The project has enlisted talent from across the island,
resulting in incredible new collaborations and partnerships.
"We're working with indigenous artists, software developers,
voice performers, physical performers, cultural and language
experts, and more from across the island to make this game a
reality," says Green.
Kji-Wikuom Studios is a recording studio located in Eskasoni
First Nation established to preserve Mi'kmaw language. The studio
is supporting the project with casting, voice work, language, sound
engineering, Mi'kmaw translations, promotions, and more. The
game's story and narrative sequences will be presented
in Mi'kmaw.
"To our knowledge, this game is the first of its kind and we've
been excited to be part of it," says Tom
Johnson, founder of Kji-Wikuom Studios. "Video games reach a
global audience, so it's a great way to share our language with the
world."
Mi'kmaw artist Loretta Gould
provided original artwork that is featured throughout the
game.
"I've never worked on anything like this before, so it offered a
great challenge," says Gould. "It's a little funny how everyone in
my household are frequent gamers except for me, and I'm the one
creating artwork for a video game."
The game will be initially available on PC and plans for
PlayStation 5 are in the early stages. The company recently
launched its "Coming Soon" storefronts so players can get a preview
and add to their wish lists. There's also a Kickstarter
campaign that provides early supporters with behind-the-scenes
exclusives:
Steam:
https://store.steampowered.com/app/3015950/Kuntewiktuk_A_Mikmaw_Adventure/
Epic Games:
https://store.epicgames.com/p/a-mikmaw-adventure-0d81fa
Kickstarter:
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/green-robot/kuntewiktuk-a-mikmaw-adventure
"The game's success now hinges on building momentum," says
Green. "We just launched our website and social channels where
we'll be posting regular updates. The community can support us by
wish-listing, following us on social, and backing us
on Kickstarter."
The game is planned for release for later this year.
About: Established in 2017, Green Robot Studios
focuses on the development of interactive content inspired by the
history, culture, and people of Cape Breton–Unama'ki. The game is
made possible through financial contributions from the Canada Media
Fund and the Nova Scotia Digital Media Tax Credit.
Web: www.mikmawadventure.com
FB: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556402726306
X: https://x.com/g_r_studios
SOURCE Green Robot Studios