Indian Downloads: 12.5 million+
Player Rating: 4.7/5 (Google Play) | 4.8/5 (App Store)
Monthly Active Players: 2.8 million
Bharat Knight Chronicles is India's premier action role-playing game (RPG) that transports players into a mythological version of ancient India. Developed by Indian studio Deva Games, this mobile and PC title combines rich cultural storytelling with fast-paced combat and expansive open-world exploration.
Since its 2022 release, Bharat Knight Chronicles has become a cultural phenomenon in India, with over 12.5 million downloads across Android and iOS platforms. The game's success stems from its authentic representation of Indian mythology, localized content, and community-driven events that celebrate Indian festivals and traditions.
The game features a real-time action combat system with three distinct fighting styles:
Players can combine these styles to create unique combat combinations, with over 50 different abilities to unlock throughout the game.
The game world spans seven distinct regions inspired by Indian geography and mythology:
Players create custom avatars from four distinct castes, each with unique starting attributes and storylines:
Bharat Knight Chronicles stands out for its deep localization efforts that go beyond mere language translation. The game incorporates:
Voice acting and text are available in 12 Indian languages including Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Bengali, Marathi, Gujarati, Punjabi, Malayalam, Kannada, Odia, Assamese, and Urdu. Each region in the game world features NPCs speaking in the local dialect.
The game hosts special events for major Indian festivals:
The development team worked extensively with Hindu scholars to ensure respectful representation of deities and mythological elements. For example:
The game boasts a thriving Indian player community with several unique features:
Experienced players can mentor newcomers through a formal in-game system that rewards both parties with exclusive cosmetics and experience boosts.
Players can join clans based on their home state or language, with leaderboards tracking clan performance in:
The game features a "Myth Maker" tool that allows players to create and share their own quests, which are then voted on by the community. Top-rated quests get featured in official events.
Our community has developed several India-specific strategies:
During Diwali, players discovered that completing the "Light Guardian" quest repeatedly yields rare cosmetic items that can be sold on the in-game marketplace for high prices.
Players who speak multiple Indian languages can unlock hidden dialogue options with certain NPCs, often leading to better rewards or alternative quest paths.
During the Indian monsoon season (June-September), the game introduces temporary water-based puzzles and enemies that are weaker to fire magic, creating a seasonal meta shift.
The developers optimized Bharat Knight Chronicles specifically for Indian network conditions:
The game uses intelligent asset loading that:
A special "Bharat Mode" reduces graphics quality but maintains gameplay fluidity on entry-level Android devices common in India, including:
Indian players have overwhelmingly praised the game's cultural authenticity:
"Finally a game that represents our mythology correctly! The Diwali event was amazing." - Rajesh K., Mumbai
"As a Tamil speaker, hearing characters speak my language in-game made me so happy." - Priya S., Chennai
"The Guru-Shishya system helped me progress so much faster. My guru even gave me his old armor!" - Arjun P., Delhi
Bharat Knight Chronicles has created significant economic opportunities in India:
The game's success has spurred demand for game localization professionals in India, with over 500 new jobs created in voice acting, translation, and cultural consulting.
Indian tournaments for Bharat Knight Chronicles now offer ₹50 lakh ($60,000 USD) prize pools, attracting professional gamers from across the country.
The game has inspired a thriving merchandise industry, with official and unofficial products ranging from:
The developers have announced several India-focused updates: