Talaka brings its Hand-Painted World of Afro-Brazilian Myth to Steam Next Fest: October Edition
Publisher Acclaim and Brazilian indie studio Potato Kid today announced that Talaka, the fast-paced, combat driven roguelite that brings Afro-Brazilian mythology to life, will take part in Steam Next Fest: October Edition, which will run from October 19 through October 26.
Those craving a taste of adventure steeped in legend don’t have to wait for the festival to begin. The Talaka demo is available to play on Steam right now. In it, players can experience the game’s first world, face off against mythical monsters, wield a diverse arsenal of weapons, master mystical abilities, and go toe-to-toe with a fearsome boss ahead of Talaka’s launch on Steam and consoles in early 2027.
“It’s been incredible seeing players from around the globe respond so positively to the TALAKA demo. We love how much people are connecting with its world, unique character design and the Afro-Brazilian culture & mythos behind it. Steam Next Fest, this October, is a great chance to jump in and feel the artistry of this story before the full adventure hits platforms soon.” - Marc Anthony Rodriguez, Director of Publishing & Strategic Partnerships, Acclaim, Inc.
To mark the occasion,
Acclaim and
Potato Kid have released updated demo patches and a batch of new screenshots offering a closer look at
Talaka’s vibrant, watercolored world. These new images showcase new settings players will explore, the imaginative creatures drawn from Afro-Brazilian myth that they’ll encounter on their journey, along with the weapons and mystical abilities they’ll wield to restore balance to a world that is forgetting its legends.
Key Features: Dynamic Roguelite Combat - Every run offers new challenges and god-blessed weapons across 150+ weapon and skill combinations. Dodge, parry, and restore your way through corrupted spirits and twisted beasts in fluid, fast-paced combat.
A Living Canvas of Culture - Every biome in Talaka is a living painting; from the arid Sertão and the vast Pantanal wetlands to the streets of São Paulo and the dreamlike depths of the Dark Orun.
Face the Forgotten - The legends that once guarded these lands are being erased from memory, and as they fade, they've lost themselves to a mysterious corruption. Hunt them down, master their patterns, and fight to restore what the world is forgetting.
In Talaka, players take on the role of a young warrior who once believed in the old legends; the stories of Orisha gods, mystical creatures, and ancient realms. But as time passed, the myths faded. Forgotten by the world, the legends have begun to unravel, twisting into chaos and breaking the harmony between worlds.
Now, players must journey across dreamlike landscapes, reconnect with divine forces, and uncover why the myths have gone rogue. With the Orisha by their side, they'll fight to restore balance before the stories vanish forever.
Talaka will launch on Steam and modern home console platforms in early 2027.