All from the Middle East and North Africa
By way of its Hero Project initiatives, Sony has confirmed another four PS5 games it’s going to help publish from the Middle East and North Africa. Over the past year, Sony has been working to “identify and support original voices and empower creators from emerging regions to tell their stories through games”.
The four new titles are as follows:
Red Bandits (PS5, PC) – Team Agenda from Saudi Arabia
Red Bandits is a fast-paced robbery action game set in a hyper-capitalist age where one company rules the world through complete monopoly. In this world, a newly formed thieves organization known as the Red Bandits, emerges to challenge the system and spark a rebellion. You play as Stutt, a seasoned old thief with a stuttering condition and a mysterious past he can’t fully remember.
Enci’s Solution (PS5, PC) – Dark Emerald from UAE
Inspired by techno-dystopian aesthetics, Enci’s Solution is a hand-painted, 2.5D narrative platformer following the story of Ji’we, a young Aeon venturing out into the unknown in an attempt to save his dearest friend. Stumbling upon Enci, a lost encyclopedic robot who finds himself far from home, the two form an unusual bond and set out together to the surface of planet Regalia.
The Perfect Run (PS5, PC) – Lanterns Studios from Tunisia
Save the world or blow it up yourself, one loop at a time! The Perfect Run is an action-adventure RPG game where the player controls Quicksave, a time-traveling hero caught in an epic struggle between supervillain gangs, marketed superheroes, and a powerful mega corporation for the control of the city of New Rome.
A Cat’s Manor (PS5, PC) – Happiest Dark Corner from Bahrain
A Cat’s Manor is an atmospheric adventure that blends puzzles, combat, crafting, and rhythm-based music challenges. Use your wits to escape the manor. Investigate your surroundings, solve puzzles, fight your way through deadly encounters, or outsmart your foes and avoid trouble.
On the newly unveiled MENA Hero Project, executive Hector Fernandez said: “We believe that great games can come from anywhere. Through the MENA Hero Project, we’re committed to unlocking the region’s creative potential, supporting locally inspired experiences with the power to captivate players around the world.”
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[source blog.playstation.com]
Liam grew up with a PlayStation controller in his hands and a love for Metal Gear Solid. Nowadays, he’s found playing the latest and greatest PS5 games as well as supporting Derby County. That last detail is his downfall.
