Overview
Title: Suri: The Seventh Note
Developer: Bengaluru-based independent studio Tathvamasi Studios
Platforms: PS5 and PC (via Steam)
Support: Part of Sony’s india Hero Project, which promotes indian game developers
Genre: Rhythm-based action platformer
Release Date: Not yet announced
Game Setting and Story
Set on the fictional island of Suri, where music defines life and nature.
The island faces musical corruption, disturbing its natural rhythm.
Players control Ajira, a young protagonist on a journey to find a rare fruit that can cure her mother’s illness.
The world’s elements — environment, enemies, and challenges — are synchronized with the island’s music and rhythm.
Gameplay Mechanics
Core Concept: The game fuses platforming with rhythm-based action.
Rhythm Integration: Every move — jumping, dodging, or attacking — aligns with the musical beat.
Reactive World: The surroundings and combat patterns evolve dynamically based on rhythm cues.
Challenge Design: Success depends on maintaining perfect timing with the soundtrack rather than relying solely on traditional combat or exploration.
Development and Studio Vision
Tathvamasi Studios has been collaborating with sony for over a year under the india Hero Project.
Director Glen Martin shared that the team grew up playing PlayStation games and aspired to create a homegrown title for the platform.
The developers encourage players to wishlist the game, though pricing and launch details remain undisclosed.
Exclusive PS5 Features
Introduction of a Rhythm Haptics Engine exclusive to the PS5 version.
The feature synchronizes sound, visuals, and controller vibrations using the DualSense haptics system.
Players can hear, see, and feel rhythm variations through tactile feedback — intensifying immersion and musical responsiveness.
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