Tara Gaming—an Indian studio co-founded by veteran game developer Noredine Abboud (Tom Clancy’s Ghost Recon Wildlands), actor Amitabh Bachchan, and author Amish Tripathi (Shiva Trilogy)—has announced The Age of Bhaarat, an “Indian epic action adventure game” that “aims to propel India onto the global gaming map.” It will be available for unspecified consoles and PC via Steam and Epic Games Store when it launches. A release date was not announced.
“The Age of Bhaarat is a landmark project that aims to propel India onto the global gaming map,” reads the announcement. “While India is home to a treasure trove of legendary lore, its expression in global gaming has remained largely untapped. Tara Gaming Ltd. seeks to change that by merging the country’s creative capital with AAA production capabilities. At its core, the brand’s vision is to empower Indian storytellers and bridge the gap between culturally rooted stories and cutting-edge game development. The newly unveiled trailer teases sweeping landscapes, mythical beasts, powerful warriors, and layered storytelling—all brought together with cinematic finesse and technical brilliance. Drawing upon epics, folklore, and traditions, The Age of Bhaarat—India’s own AAA game—marks a key milestone in Tara Gaming’s ‘Create in India’ ambition.”
Here is an overview of the game, via its store pages:
About
The Age of Bhaarat is a dark fantasy action RPG that brings ancient India to life. Become a powerful Forest Warden, master mystical weapons and arcane powers, and defend your homeland against a devastating invasion by vicious demons, the Rakshasas.
Become a Forest Warden in this action adventure game set in ancient India. Defend your homeland from a devastating invasion of Rakshasa demons by mastering traditional weapons, powerful artifacts, and the forest’s mystical powers. Journey through breathtaking landscapes inspired by Indian epics, fight monstrous foes, and uncover the dark secrets lurking behind the Rakshasa empire.
Key Features
- Combat Action Evolved – Strike and fly through intense battles with a unique grappling hook system that adds vertical traversal to combat. Master an arsenal of traditional Indian weapons and combine them with spiritual powers to overcome formidable foes.
- Ancient Indian Epics Brought to Life – Explore devastated forests, treacherous mountain peaks, mystical lakes and more stunning landscapes drawn from timeless sagas like the Ramayan. Discover hidden paths and ancient secrets as you venture through a dark fantasy world steeped in Indian history.
- An Epic Tale by Amish Tripathi – Amish Tripathi, bestselling author of the Shiva Trilogy and Ram Chandra series, weaves an epic story of duty, betrayal, and ancient power. As a Forest Warden of Anandpur, your choices will shape not only your own destiny but the fate of a world teetering on the brink of chaos. Will your actions lead to salvation or damnation?
- Forge Your Path – Customize your Forest Warden with weapons and abilities that match your combat style. Harness mystical artifacts and primal forces to develop your own approach in facing the Demon onslaught.
- Multiplayer Gameplay – Face The Age of Bhaarat alone or with allies. The choice is yours.
Here are some comments from Tara Gaming’s co-founders on the announcement:
Amitabh Bachchan – Co-Founder, Tara Gaming
“Joining Tara Gaming is an extension of my lifelong commitment to storytelling. When I heard Amish’s and Nouredine’s vision, I was instantly drawn to the potential of creating something truly monumental. India has always been a land of powerful stories, and through this game, we have an opportunity to share our epics, creativity, and imagination with the world. Gaming is where stories come alive for the next generation, and I’m excited to help shape that experience at Tara Gaming with a uniquely Indian lens.”
Nouredine Abboud – Co-Founder, Tara Gaming
“To welcome Mr. Bachchan as our co-founder is a privilege beyond words. His deep understanding of Indian culture and storytelling is invaluable as we develop a game that resonates globally. The trailer is just a glimpse of this ambitious and immersive world that pays homage to Indian traditions while delivering cinematic-quality gameplay. The Age of Bhaarat has always been a passion project for us at Tara Gaming, and with Mr. Bachchan onboard, our conviction has only grown stronger.”
Amish Tripathi – Co-Founder, Tara Gaming
“We are beyond honored to welcome Amitabh Bachchan ji to Tara Gaming. Mr. Bachchan is a true visionary whose understanding of Indian heritage is unmatched, and his belief in our vision adds immense strength to our journey. He brings a sense of legacy and inspiration to the project that’s impossible to quantify. The trailer perfectly captures the bold vision we have to present Indian itihaas to the world in a cool modern context, and we believe players across the globe will be excited to explore the world we’re building.”
Watch the announcement trailer below. View the first screenshots at the gallery.