The homegrown battle royale game ‘Indus’ is now open for play, inviting eager gamers to join the closed beta. To get started, players need to provide basic information like their name, Google/Apple ID, and Discord ID through a form. The official Discord server for Indus is also accessible through the link provided, allowing players to become part of the closed beta community.
How to Access Indus Battle Royale’s Closed Beta
To join the beta you need to fill a form at:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfXxwni0q7efmKJPYeJZYUyLvZx8yqX2RupLZ3tq3XPr2vnFw/viewform
About Indus:
Indus, conceived in 2020, brought together a team of 150 talented individuals from across India. An internal version of the game was available on November 25, 2021. Set to be free-to-play, the monetization strategy, possibly featuring purchasable cosmetics or a battle pass, is yet to be finalized. According to Roby John, co-founder, and CEO of SuperGaming, the team regularly plays an in-house version of Indus, fine-tuning it for a wider audience.
Game Details:
Gameplay: Indus will be playable in first-person perspective (FPP), with plans for a third-person perspective in the future.
Lore: The game unfolds in the mysterious world of Indus, featuring floating islands. Once home to a race called the Yaksha, the race’s advancement in technology, using Cosmium for extra-dimensional energy, led to their rise as the first interstellar civilization. However, they vanished from history, and players embark on a journey to unveil the secrets of this lost civilization.
homegrown battle royale game ‘Indus’
Futuristic Background:
Indus draws heavy inspiration from Indian culture and mythology, showcasing the Indus Valley civilization in an ‘Indo-Futuristic’ setting—an unapologetically Indian exploration of science fiction.
Closed Beta Highlights:
SuperGaming released a cinematic trailer for Indus during the closed beta announcement. The trailer features voices from prominent personalities like Olympic pistol shooter Heena Sidhu, gaming YouTuber Techno Gamerz (Ujjwal Chaurasia), and content creators Magsplay (Mansi Gupta) and GamerFleet (Anshu Bisht). The trailer introduces the game’s island map, weapons, avatars, and various in-game locations.
homegrown battle royale game ‘Indus’
SuperGaming’s Endeavors:
SuperGaming, known for titles like MaskGun and Silly Royale, marks Indus as its most ambitious project. The closed beta trailer showcases real-life icons from culture, sports, and content creation, adding an aspirational element to the Indian gaming industry.
Industry Insights:
The mid-core games category, including battle royale games, has seen significant growth, generating about $550 million in combined revenues in FY22 in India. These games, offering a more complex gaming experience, are expected to be a major revenue driver for the country’s gaming industry in the coming years.
Battle Stars Update:
In addition to the Indus closed beta, SuperGaming announced an update for its casual battle royale title, Battle Stars. The game will feature a new in-game map inspired by New Delhi, with landmarks like India Gate, Red Fort, Rashtrapati Bhavan, and Connaught Place. Battle Stars has rapidly gained popularity, reaching over 5 million players worldwide since its May 2023 launch.
SuperGaming’s dedication to incorporating real-world elements, such as Delhi’s vibe and culture, into the game demonstrates its commitment to providing an immersive gaming experience for its rapidly growing player base. Players can download Battle Stars for free on Google Play and the App Store, engaging in fast-paced battles with unique heroes, weapons, and abilities. Techno Gamerz, a popular gaming YouTuber, also features as a playable character with personalized video messages for new missions and challenges within the game.
