Unveiled today during The Triple-I initiative showcase, RKGK is an anime-inspired 3D platformer that’s coming to PC via Steam later this summer.
The single-player game takes place in Cap City, a futuristic metropolis under the oppressive control of B Corp and its evil CEO. You play as Valah, an artist who’s part of a rebellious graffiti collective, and you’ll be able to jump, dash, glide, and grind through the city as you take down B Corp’s minions. Her paint abilities allow you to traverse levels in a stylish way and to make your mark in a world devoid of art and color.
RKGK comes from Mexico-based Wabisabi Games and Gearbox Publishing. Founded in 2018, Wabisabi is a fully remote indie studio with employees spread across seven different countries. It was one of the first teams to join Riot Games’ Underrepresented Founders Program, an initiative aimed at investing in and supporting minority-owned game studios.
“We always dreamt of creating our own game that pays respect to all the things we loved as kids that kickstarted our imaginations, from graffiti and streetwear to anime and manga,” said Wabisabi Games CEO and co-founder Anwar Noriega in a statement.
“RKGK fulfills our ultimate vision of not only making the fast, fun, colorful platformer we’ve always wanted to play, but also honors our deepest childhood joys that made us who we are. We hope that our story inspires other aspiring developers everywhere to pursue their dreams and make their voices heard.”
RKGK was just one of many games that premiered during The Triple-I Initiative, an indie-focused livestream from Dead Cells developer Evil Empire, Heart Machine, Mega Crit Games, and a cadre of other independent studios.