Malu Rima is a point-and-click visual novel and cultural mindscape of Zenadth Kes during the early pearling era. Travel the islands, meet a colourful cast of people, spirits, animals and monsters, learn Zenadth Kes history and folklore, and uncover the secrets of the water, islands and stars.
What will you find? Who will you meet? What will you learn? What will you remember?
Journey between islands, meet a various spirits, monsters and characters, and uncover the secrets the water has kept hidden. Led and built by Torres Strait Islander people, Malu Rima brings the history, folklore, and everyday life of the pearling era of Zenadth Kes as educational cultural experience.
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Unique Cultural Setting
Explore a narrative adventure set in Zenadth Kes and its rich, diverse cultural landscapes, seascapes, and starscapes.
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Spirits, Monsters and Magic
Meet mysterious, powerful, and eccentric beings, and resolve encounters through dialogue and choices.
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Living Encyclopedia
The Thusi unlocks knowledge and stories as you explore the island world. It is a living archive of culture, history, and place.
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Island Odyssey
Journey between locations and islands, encountering people, places, and secrets through interactive environments.
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Gifts
Unlock gifts that change how you see the world by revealing hidden beings, uncovering new areas, and shaping different outcomes.
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Atmospheric Visuals & Audio
Experience animated environments and a detailed art style to depict the island world of Zenadth Kes. Experience immersive original soundtrack centred around the soundscape of Zenadth Kes and its denizens. The game audio is composed and created by award winning artist Yunyu.
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