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Who is Soft Stack?
Soft Stack is an indie game development studio based in Saudi Arabia. We are dedicated in our quest to create high-quality fantasy universes that our audience will be inspired and uplifted by.
Meet the stellar founders!
Meaad Aflah
CEO
Muslih Alzahrani
Creative Director
Life at Soft Stack
In Soft Stack, we embrace a remote work culture that
prioritizes
comfort, freedom, and creativity. No cubicles or suits
here,
cultivating strong bonds and exploring a universe of
possibilities.Our inclusive, accepting, and innovative workplace
awaits beyond the horizon!
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2D adventure game inspired by Arabian and Middle Eastern mythology. Dive into an immersive underwater realm, explore areas of the cosmic sea, restore it's radiance, and uncover the secrets of an ancient mystery.
Factsheet
Release date:
PC - May 8th
Consoles - Q3 2025
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Bahamut and the Waqwaq Tree
Bahamut and the Waqwaq Tree is a 2D adventure game inspired by Arabian and Middle Eastern mythology. Dive into an immersive underwater realm, explore diverse areas of Ma'een, restore the ocean's radiance, and uncover the secrets of an ancient mystery.
History
In 2021, co-founders Meaad Aflah and Muslih Alzahrani, based in Saudi Arabia, began working on Bahamut and the Waqwaq Tree just before graduating from The Game Changers apprenticeship program. In 2022, they established Soft Stack and kicked off full-scale production. The studio was recognized as the Best Game Startup in the MENA region at the 2024 MENA Games Industry Awards. Bahamut and the Waqwaq Tree is expected to release in early 2025.
Features
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Experience a narrative deeply intertwined with Arabian folklore.
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Explore Ma'een, the cosmic sea.
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Discover ancient landmarks, a mysterious village, and hidden ruins.
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Carry the light of Bahamut to navigate corrupted areas.
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Shield yourself and repel the lurking Dujaa entities.
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Solve diverse puzzles and uncover relics to reveal the hidden history of Ma'een.
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Team
Meaad Aflah
- Co-Founder/Executive Production
Muslih Alzahrani
- Co-Founder/Creative Director
Waleed Hassan
- Game Production
Mashael Al-khilfah
- Art Director
Ahmad Majdoubi
- Lead Designer
German Dartsch
- Lead Programmer
Rafif Kalantan
- Narrative Designer
Ghadeer Nemer
- 2D Artist
Abdulrahman Jan
- Sound Designer
Muhannad Al wagdani
- Game Programmer
Yassir Kerbal
- 2D Animator
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