KUALA LUMPUR: Les' Copaque Productions said the Upin Ipin game has arrived at its office from the US for testing phase on June 10.
Through a Facebook post, its managing director, Burhanuddin Md Radzi, expressed hope that this game, based on the popular Upin Ipin series, will mark Malaysia's growing presence in the global gaming industry.
"InshaAllah, the project will be completed by October, 2024. Pending the publisher's approval, we are aiming to launch it in the first quarter of next year," he said.
"We are optimistic that this project will be successful and will be a source of pride for Malaysia," he said.
The game is developed for PlayStation 4 and Nintendo Switch by a game development studio headquartered in Las Vegas, Streamline Inc.
Streamline, known for its expertise in creating engaging and high-quality games, collaborated with Les' Copaque, with all project staff working from Malaysia.
"It is a family-friendly game with no violence and is suitable for all ages.
"All of Streamline's staff involved in this project worked closely with our team," said Burhanuddin.
The project stands as a testament to the collaboration and creative synergy between Les' Copaque Productions and Streamline.
Many fans are already excited for the game release.
"Variety of mission genres, interesting side quests, cameos, a few easter eggs. This game is definitely a top seller in Malaysia. Haha. I bought it right away to get the Platinum," by @En Azam.
"If I put this in my home village, my nephews will play it for 24 hours straight, hehe," by @Hadzhir Shah.
"It is another milestone and achievement. Congratulations Upin Ipin," by @Jesus Cuevas Tinawin.
Previously, Upin & Ipin have received various awards so far, including the Unity Film award at the 'Hari Seniman Kebangsaan' celebrations in 2023 through the animated film Upin & Ipin: Keris Siamang Tunggal.
Upin & Ipin also maintained their victory at the Child Friendly Broadcasting Awards (APRA) 2021 in the Foreign Animation category, held in Jakarta, Indonesia on Nov 27, 2021.
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