The world of indie gaming just got a whole lot grittier. SIXMOREVODKA and Demagog Studio (the team behind Golf Club: Nostalgia and The Cub) have officially unleashed a playable prototype demo for their highly anticipated project, ORKEN, now live on Steam.
But this isn’t just a digital drop. Alongside the demo, the team has launched a Kickstarter campaign to fund an ambitious publishing line of novels and illustrated setting books, aiming to build a massive transmedia universe from the ground up.
What is ORKEN?
Described by the developers as a “Neanderthal Western,” ORKEN is a fresh take on the classic Orcs-versus-Humans conflict. You play as Coltec, a young Khar warrior searching for his missing friend in a world that feels equal parts prehistoric and frontier-rough.
The gameplay is a punishing, methodical blend of Soulslike combat and the weighty exploration of Dragon’s Dogma. If you’ve been looking for a game that respects your intelligence while testing your reflexes, this prototype is your first real taste of the “Atman” system—a unique skill-tree mechanic represented by a rotating Totem pole.
Art That Pops
Visually, ORKEN is a stunner. Leveraging the world-class talent at SIXMOREVODKA (famous for their work on League of Legends and Degenesis), the game sports a bold, graphic style. It’s a striking departure from the muddy browns and greys often found in dark fantasy, opting instead for a “comic-book-in-motion” aesthetic that feels incredibly modern.
The Kickstarter: More Than Just a Game
The concurrent Kickstarter isn’t for the game itself, but for the ORKEN publishing line. SIXMOREVODKA is doubling down on the lore, offering:
Premium Novels: Deep dives into the history and culture of the Khar.
Illustrated Setting Books: Massive, coffee-table-style tomes showcasing the universe’s art.
Narrative Expansion: Serialised fiction designed to expand the world while the game remains in development.
“The proposition is simple: buy something that exists today, get immediate value for your support, and help us stay independent while we build something bigger.” — Marko Djurdjevic, SIXMOREVODKA
How to Play
The demo is available right now on Steam for both Windows and macOS (including native support for M-series chips). It’s an early proof of concept designed to gather community feedback on combat feel and story delivery.
Check out the Steam Demo: ORKEN on Steam
Support the Universe: ORKEN Kickstarter Campaign
Stay tuned to TechMash for more updates as Coltec’s journey across Edom continues!
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