“Not only the product itself, we also support its creative process and story quality,” she noted in a press release cited in Jakarta on Thursday.
Umar highlighted that Agni stands out not only for its cinematic quality but also for addressing critical issues such as women’s trauma, presenting them with highly artistic visuals while showcasing Indonesian local identities.
On that note, Umar emphasized the importance of fostering an ecosystem that supports not just this IP but also its ongoing development and sustainability.
The deputy minister also drew attention to opportunities to adapt the game into different formats to strengthen its value as a creative IP.
“It is not impossible for this IP to expand into other forms, such as films, merchandise, and even exhibitions,” Umar stated.
Separuh Interactive, the game’s developer, said it employs domestic artists, animators, and programmers for Agni’s ongoing development.
“Empowerment is now more valuable than technology. Our goal is to build an ecosystem, not just one product,” Surgadeva, the game’s creative director, remarked.
He stated that local musicians and composers have been invited to contribute to the game’s music, and that Separuh Interactive is open to collaborating with relevant brands and institutions.
Meanwhile, Separuh Interactive’s Business Growth Director Yudi Tukiaty thanked the Ministry of Creative Economy for providing a space for discussions, inputs, and support for local games.
“With the right support, we are confident that Indonesia’s game industry can become a pillar of the digital creative economy,” he stated.
Agni: Village of Calamity is set for release in the third quarter of 2026 on PC and consoles. The cinematic survival horror game follows Agni, an investigator from a covert police unit, who ventures into a secluded village that blurs her perspective on reality.
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