&w=3840&q=100)
Sony releases trailer for India-based PS5 game Mukti: What is it about
Mukti is a first-person exploration game where Arya uncovers hidden truths about her grandfather's past in a vandalised Indian museum he once owned
New Delhi
Sony PlayStation has released the trailer of Mukti, a made-in-India game which will be released on platforms like PS5 and PCs. This India-based game has come to life as part of the Sony India Hero Project. Mukti is a first-person story exploration game set in an Indian museum.
According to the developer underDOGS Studio, Mukti 'delves deeply into a critical social issue that demands our attention: human trafficking.'
Mukti: Concept
The developers in a blog post published on PlayStation wrote: 'Mukti isn't just a game. It's a journey of discovery, redemption, and the impact of hidden narratives in a first-person exploration set within the authentic backdrop of an Indian museum.'
It added: Following her grandfather's mysterious disappearance amid accusations of heinous crimes, Arya returns to find the museum he owned vandalised and abandoned. Through the silent echoes of the past, she pieces together a narrative of heritage, compassion and obscured truths, questioning everything she knew about his existence. What truths lie in her grandfather's museum?'
Players will get to uncover layers of mystery as the story unfolds. They will also be discovering ancient secrets and a world that blurs the line between myth and reality.
Mukti: PS5 optimisation and PC requirements
underDOGS Studio confirmed it is collaborating with PlayStation to optimise DualSense features like haptics and adaptive triggers, aiming to amplify moments such as quiet puzzle-solving through nuanced vibrations.
The studio has also shared preliminary system requirements for the PC version of Mukti on the game's Steam page.
Minimum
Processor: Intel Core i5-9400F or better or AMD Ryzen 5 3500
OS: Windows 10
Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 (4 GB) or AMD Radeon RX 570 (4 GB) or RX 6400
Memory: 8 GB RAM
Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Ti (16 GB) or AMD Radeon RX 7700 XT (12 GB)
Mukti: Watch trailer here
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
News18
2 hours ago
- News18
Norway Chess 2025: D Gukesh Outplays Magnus Carlsen In 'Classical' Triumph
Last Updated: The Indian teenager, playing with white pieces on the day, capitalised on a late-game blunder from the 34-year-old Norwegian GM to pick up the win. World Champion D Gukesh got the better of Magnus Carlsen in classical format on Sunday in the high-profile meeting between the two at Norway Chess 2025. The Indian teenager, playing with white pieces on the day, capitalised on a late-game blunder from the 34-year-old Norwegian GM to pick up the win. Carlsen was visibly frustrated following the defeat as he smacked the table the board rested on before appreciating Gukesh with a handshake and a pat on the back as the poster boy of Norwegian chess made a quick passage out of the event centre following his loss on home turf. Gukesh's compatriot Arjun Erigaisi also registered the win on the day as he got the better of Chinese GM Wei Yi. More To Follow…
Hindustan Times
2 hours ago
- Hindustan Times
R-Truth joining AEW? What's next for Ron Killings after WWE release
Ron Killings, known as R-Truth, announced his release from WWE via social media on Sunday, stunning fans and sparking speculation about his future, including a potential move to All Elite Wrestling (AEW). The 53-year-old veteran, who fought John Cena just last week, will be a free agent when his contract expires. In a post on X, platform formerly known as Twitter, R-Truth said: 'I just got released from WWE. I want to thank WWE for the ride, but MOSTLY I want to thank each and EVERYONE OF YOU who was along for the ride.' His post indicates that WWE chose not to renew his deal. Read More: John Cena's bizarre post after R-Truth release sparks speculation: 'Are you behind this?' Now, several fans speculate if R-Truth will join All Elite Wrestling (AEW). However, no official reports confirm AEW negotiations. The Jacksonville-based promotion recently signed talents like Mina Shirakawa, but Truth's name hasn't surfaced in confirmed talks. AEW, valued at $2 billion and the second-largest wrestling promotion, has a history of signing former WWE stars. Truth's comedic style and in-ring experience could fit AEW's diverse roster, which includes veterans like The Young Bucks and younger stars like MJF. However, AEW's roster is crowded. Ron Killings' age (53) might limit him to midcard or mentor roles. Other destinations for R-Truth could include TNA. He could also continue his music career and acting roles. Meanwhile, several WWE stars reacted to Truth's announcement on Sunday. Rhea Ripley wrote that the news was heartbreaking. "In all seriousness, this is literally so heartbreaking… Thank you Truth," she commented on his post. Big E commented: "No one made me laugh backstage more than Ron. I've known this man for 13 years. He treated me like a brother from the very first day. Never saw him in a bad mood. A man who spread kindness and joy every chance he could."
The Hindu
2 hours ago
- The Hindu
Regulating India's virtual digital assets revolution
India continues to lead in grassroots crypto adoption, for the second consecutive year in the 'Geography of Crypto' report by Chainalysis (2024). A National Association of Software and Service Companies (NASSCOM) report finds that Indian retail investors poured $6.6 billion into crypto assets and predicts the industry could create over eight lakh jobs by 2030. India also boasts one of the largest and fastest-growing web3 developer cohorts. This vibrancy may seem surprising, given the rocky journey of crypto, known as 'Virtual Digital Assets' (VDA), in India, within the domestic regulatory and policy landscape. In May 2025, the Supreme Court of India questioned the absence of comprehensive and clear crypto regulation in India, with a remark, 'Banning may be shutting your eyes to ground reality'. This observation highlights the dissonance between VDA reality and VDA policy which has created significant challenges for regulators and market players. Navigating India's VDA regulatory gaps India, as a country of strict capital controls and tightly regulated payment systems, has found it difficult to reconcile these frameworks with the decentralised nature of VDAs. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI), as the domestic regulator of monetary policy, began expressing concerns about the potential threats of crypto as early as 2013, highlighting the risks associated with their lack of authorisation from any central bank or monetary authority. Despite this warning, the market saw unassailed growth in India, leading the RBI to issue a second circular in 2018, barring financial institutions from dealing with VDA-related entities. This restriction proved short-lived, with the Court overturning the circular in 2020. The government then turned to prohibitive taxation policies as a stop-gap measure while appropriate regulations were formulated. In 2022, India implemented two key tax policies for VDAs under the Income Tax Act: a 1% tax deducted at source (TDS) on VDA transactions exceeding ₹10,000 under Section 194S and a 30% capital gains tax under Section 115BBH which disallows loss offsetting. Although these measures were designed to enhance transparency and curb speculation, their effectiveness has been limited. Estimates by various industry reports and think tanks show that between July 2022 and December 2023, Indians traded over ₹1.03 trillion worth of VDAs on non-compliant platforms, with only 9% of the estimated ₹1.12 trillion in VDAs held on domestic exchanges. Offshore trading resulted in a loss of ₹2,488 crore in uncollected VDA tax revenue for India. Between December 2023 and October 2024, Indians traded over ₹2.63 trillion on offshore platforms. The cumulative uncollected TDS from offshore exchanges since July 2022 is estimated to exceed ₹60 billion, with the nine blocked exchanges accounting for over 60% of this trading volume. Efforts to block access to non-compliant platforms, such as URL blocking, had limited success. Trade volumes on blocked exchanges rebounded after temporary declines, and web traffic to these platforms rose by 57%. Users continued to bypass restrictions using virtual private networks (VPN), mirror platforms or servers, and by migrating to other non-compliant exchanges. Role of VASPs Guidelines by global standard-setting bodies, such as the International Monetary Fund, Financial Stability Board, and the Financial Action Task Force, converge in favour of comprehensive and risk-based regulation that is harmonised with international standards (a process that is underway). However, these frameworks and regulations rely on domestic, compliant intermediaries or Virtual Asset Service Providers (VASP) that act as the bridge and eyes for regulators. These intermediaries facilitate the alignment of the VDA industry with existing laws and enforcement of policies, and enhance visibility over the ecosystem, while providing crucial inputs concerning on-the-ground issues. In contrast, India's existing policy regime, which inadvertently pushes VDA users to offshore, non-compliant platforms, erodes the country's ability to mitigate the risks presented by VDAs, as well as tax revenues that may have otherwise been collected. In comparison, Indian VASP platforms are sharpening their teeth and maturing rapidly, having shown a willingness to comply with regulations and act in good faith. For example, their collaboration with the Financial Intelligence Unit-India has been instrumental in strengthening anti-money laundering and counter-terror financing controls, earning positive feedback from the Financial Action Task Force (FATF). The aftermath of the devastating hack in 2024, which wiped out $230 million, further showcased proactive measures by Indian exchanges. Many stepped up efforts such as enhancing cyber security measures, setting up dedicated insurance funds in case of future thefts, and uniting to develop and enforce industry-wide cybersecurity guidelines. Need for a framework These possibilities signal the critical role played by VASPs towards a safer digital asset ecosystem. Combined with their contributions to national value creation and economic growth, these platforms present a more viable and constructive channel for funds to flow through under the oversight of Indian regulators. To move beyond the current policy stasis — where tax is levied without meaningful regulation — a balanced, pragmatic and future-proof regulatory framework is necessary. India must take decisive action to create the comprehensive legislation that the crypto industry requires while mitigating associated risks. Urvi Pathak is a lawyer working at the intersection of competition law and technology
