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Siyah: Initiation

Follow Avni's search for her father during the Deccan famine of 1630, caused by swarms destroying crops and spreading the plague, while in the 21st century, Smriti investigates similar events, confronting her flaws and seeking answers.

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"Siyah" is an alternate history game set during the Deccan Famine of 1630. The game follows Avni as she searches for her father amidst the famine caused by swarms destroying crops and spreading plague. Smriti investigates similar events in the 21st century, facing challenges and confronting her flaws. Will she find the answers she seeks?



Discover a dying world, a chronic famine-plagued land, and a society on the brink of collapse.

Avni and her father (Rakesh) joined a group of locust hunters called sanharaks in the famine-affected region.
Rakesh goes missing on one of the tours. She travels from region to region in search of her father.

The game is an alternate history of the Deccan famine of 1630 that occurred in Gujarat & north Maharashtra in India.

* Ability to control locusts using different systems.
* Puzzles involving different mechanic systems.
* The world is full of people with interesting optional stories.
* Crafting for different mechanics
* Discover dark, brutal yet beautiful environments.
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