Singapore, May 8, 2025 - Embark on an enchanting journey into the rarely explored world of Arabian mythology in Bahamut and the Waqwaq Tree, out now and available to purchase on Steam! Published by Soft Source Publishing in collaboration with Saudi Arabian developer Starvania, Bahamut and the Waqwaq Tree is a captivating puzzle adventure inspired by the rich tapestry of Arabian folklore.
Dive into the breathtaking underwater realm of Ma’een, a once-vibrant paradise now shrouded in mystery and corrupted by dark forces. Bahamut and the Waqwaq Tree gives players a unique opportunity to experience legends seldom seen in the video game landscape. With a narrative that weaves together the tales of Bahamut, the colossal whale, the titular Waqwaq Tree, whose fruit births the creatures of Ma’een, and the giant serpent Falak, players unravel the history of a lost kingdom.
Bahamut and the Waqwaq Tree distinguishes itself not only through its unique cultural setting but also in its approach to puzzle-based gameplay. Players navigate the vibrant environments using a fluid, brush-like movement system inspired by the elegance of Arabic calligraphy. This movement system is central to solving intricate environmental puzzles, requiring players to draw shapes and harness the power of light to purify corrupted areas, decipher ancient relics, and ultimately, rekindle the ocean’s radiant beauty.
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Immerse yourself in a narrative deeply rooted in Arabian folklore, bringing an underrepresented culture to the forefront of gaming.
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Navigate the beautiful and mysterious depths of Ma’een, solving environmental puzzles, discovering hidden pathways, and unearthing forgotten history.
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Experience a seamless and artistic movement system inspired by Arabic calligraphy brush strokes, integral to puzzle-solving.
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Meet the last remaining residents of a fallen kingdom and help them restore life and light back into their home.
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Harness the power of light (Diyaa) to dispel darkness, purify corrupted zones, and restore the vibrant life of the ocean realm.
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Unravel the history of a lost kingdom and its connection to the mythical Bahamut and the Waqwaq Tree in a story about harmony, peace, and the balance of light and dark, depicted through cutscenes illustrated in an “etching” style.
Bahamut and the Waqwaq Tree is available now for purchase on Steam, and will be playable at PAX East 2025 (Booth 21097) from May 8-11 at the Boston Convention & Exhibition Center. Developer Starvania plans to bring Bahamut and the Waqwaq Tree to consoles later this year. To stay updated, follow Starvania on X and join the official Discord.
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Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2525300/Bahamut_and_the_Waqwaq_Tree/
Media Kit: https://bit.ly/Bahamut-Waqwaq-Tree
Launch trailer: https://youtu.be/5tdp_qlSfiE?si=sgotIKqJxGPQDwzS
Media contact: tom@biggamesmachine.com
About Starvania:
Starvania is an indie game development studio based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Building fantasy universes beyond the horizon that our audience will be inspired and uplifted by. Starvania is an award winner of the Best Game Startup Award in the MENA region 2024. Website: starvania.com
About Soft Source:
Soft Source is a game publisher based in Singapore. With a penchant for home-grown, Southeast Asian titles, we’re just excited to work on bringing engaging games with standout, stylized visuals to life. Website: softsourcepublishing.com