Engineered
Emotion
Lycus Studios is an independent game studio crafting emotionally driven narrative experiences. We prioritize atmosphere, human emotion, and grounded storytelling over spectacle.
Our Origin
Neuronize
First proof of concept showcased at IGDC 2023. A rapidly developed prototype testing our atmospheric design language.
The Spark
The core concept for 'Brothers in the Storm' is conceived. Laying the narrative groundwork for our flagship title.
The Demo
Showcasing 'Brothers in the Storm' demo. Our first major narrative milestone.
Full Production
Active development of the full game. Expanding the world and mechanics.
Archive
IGDC 2024 Showcase
Studio DNA
We are not a service studio. We are authors of original, interactive worlds.
Emotional Resonance
Every mechanic serves the emotional arc. We create games that linger in the mind long after the credits roll.
Atmosphere First
Immersion is built through sound, weather, and silence. Our worlds breathe, usually under heavy rain.
Small & Driven
A tight-knit unit where every member contributes creatively. No corporate bloat, just pure craft.
Visual Identity
High-contrast, cinematic lighting, and minimal UIs. We believe in showing, not telling.
Grounded Stories
We explore human relationships under pressure. Real emotions in surreal circumstances.
Iterative Design
We prototype fast and refine often. 'Game-feel' is paramount in everything we touch.
Brothers in the Storm
In a flooded world, brothers Arul and Anbu fight to stay together. Navigating shattered bridges and unstable shelters, they must hold onto who they are before the rain washes everything away.
Explore The Game
Based in Puducherry, India
Built locally. Crafted for the world.