Malaysian-Made Indie Title Lirai: Heir of Darkness Gets Updated Demo AND Launch Date

If you’re looking for an indie-flavoured third-person action game hearkening back to the glory days of the aughts, this Malaysian-made solo-developed title may be up your alley – Lirai: Heir of Darkness.

Following recent playtests and community feedback, independent game developer Cryorbis Studios has released an updated playable demo for Lirai: Heir of Darkness. The new build introduces refinements aimed at better representing the game’s combat, atmosphere and overall first-time experience ahead of its planned release on Steam in June 2026.

A third-person dark fantasy action game set in a fractured, post-apocalyptic world.

Lirai is set in a world shaped by collapse, inhabited by hostile creatures and corrupted beings. Beneath the dark fantasy setting lies a personal journey, one that begins with the need to save someone important and gradually intertwines with humanity’s fight against extinction

Players take on the role of Brian, a knight navigating a world on the brink of extinction. As one of humanity’s last remaining defenders, Brian’s journey is defined not by traditional heroism but by the struggle against inner corruption as he pushes forward through a hostile, collapsing world.

Combat in Lirai focuses on deliberate, action-oriented encounters that reward timing, positioning and adaptability. Throughout the game, Brian gains access to different combat transformations, each offering distinct mechanics and playstyles that allow players to approach encounters in different ways.

Alongside combat, players will encounter environmental puzzles and hidden paths that reward exploration and attention to detail. The narrative unfolds gradually through gameplay, encounters and discoveries, allowing players to engage with the world at their own pace.

Keep in mind: one person did all this, from the action to the setpieces to the cinematics. That’s hella impressive, and we look forward to the full experience later this June! More info & gameplay are below.

Key Features

• Deliberate third-person combat focused on timing, control and positioning
• Combat transformations with unique abilities, mechanics and spells
• Environmental puzzles and hidden discoveries that reward exploration
• Highly detailed dark fantasy and horror-inspired atmosphere

Images & Trailer

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