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Team-based strategy title gets a change of name, "reflects a broader expansion... of the narrative".
October 7, 2024
[This unedited press release is made available courtesy of Game Developer and its partnership with notable game PR-related resource Games Press]
Fifth Ocean Studios :
Hyderabad, India – October 2024 – 5th Ocean Studios is excited to announce the official name change of its much-anticipated team-based strategy game. Formerly known as Devas Vs Asuras, the game will now be titled ILAVATH: BATTLE ARENAS. This change reflects a broader expansion of the game’s narrative, which now encompasses heroes from all nine races of ancient Indian mythology, offering players a deeper and more immersive experience.
Reason for the Name Change The shift from Devas Vs Asuras to ILAVATH: BATTLE ARENAS reflects the game’s expanded universe, accommodating heroes from all nine races of ancient Indian legends. This change allows for a richer, more complex narrative that delves deeper into the myths, offering players a more immersive and strategic gameplay experience.
About the Game
ILAVATH: BATTLE ARENAS, is a Team Based Strategy game that draws inspiration ancient legends of India. The war for Amruth (Elixir of Immortality) has disturbed the cosmic balance. To restore balance, the tri-gods created Ilavath, a realm where heroes from all races battle for Moksha.
Lore of ILAVATH
From the cosmic waters of Ksheera Sagara, Lord Vishnu brought forth Lord Brahma, who then created the seven great sages. Among these, Sage Kashyapa was distinct, for he fathered many beings, starting with the Devas and Asuras, and later the other races—Yakshas, Gandharvas, Rishis, Vanaras, Nagas, Rakshasas, and Manavas.
Devas as guardians of divine order, and the Asuras as embodiments of raw power lived in harmony and balance. The discovery of Amruth, the Nectar of Immortality, shattered this balance. Both races sought-after the elixir, believing it would grant them eternal rule over all the Lokas. What began as a sibling rivalry soon grew into an all-consuming war, as the Devas and Asuras dragged the other races into their struggle for supremacy across the ages.
The endless wars eventually disturbed the cosmic order, prompting the seven sages to seek the help of the tri-gods—Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva. The tri-gods then crafted Ilavath, a realm outside ordinary time where heroes from all races could engage in battle without wreaking havoc on the cosmic universe. Here, the hero’s fought for something greater than victory; they fought for moksha, the freedom of their souls from endless desires for battles.
Thus, Ilavath’s battle arenas became the home, where true victory was not about conquering others but about overcoming one's own thirst for power and eternal life.
Game Demo Now Available on Steam The official demo for ILAVATH: BATTLE ARENAS is now live on Steam, allowing players to experience the intense battles and rich lore firsthand. Download the demo here: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2678790/ILAVATH__BATTLE_ARENAS/
Watch the Name Change Announcement Video To coincide with this exciting update, we have released a special announcement video detailing the transformation from Devas Vs Asuras to ILAVATH: BATTLE ARENAS. Watch it here: https://youtu.be/eVMIcp1MYoQ
Join the ILAVATH Community on Discord Join our growing community of players, discuss strategies, and stay updated on future developments by joining our official Discord server: https://discord.com/invite/YBn6SXGfQy
For further information or media inquiries, please contact: 5th Ocean Studios Email: [email protected]
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