Upin & Ipin Universe

Upin & Ipin Universe
Developer(s)Les' Copaque Production
Publisher(s)Streamline Studios
EngineUnreal Engine 5
Platform(s)
Release
  • WW: 17 July 2025
Genre(s)Adventure
Mode(s)Single-player, multiplayer

Upin & Ipin Universe is a 2025 adventure console game developed by Les' Copaque Production and published by Streamline Studios. It is based on the television series Upin & Ipin. Originally scheduled for September 2024 release, it is expected to release on 17 July 2025 for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5 and Windows.

Gameplay

Upin & Ipin Universe is a "vibrant open-world" and "beautifully crafted" kampung environment, enable players to explore the liveliness of the fictional Kampung Durian Runtuh, enriched with the authentic Southeast Asian culture.[1][2]

The "family-friendly" game offers over 12 hours of story contents, along with adventures and daily activities inspired by Malaysian kampung life.[3] There are six minigames available: Fishing, Farming, Critter Catching, Racing, Cooking and Spinning Top.[4] Some of the minigames involve platforming.

Development

In February 2024, Les' Copaque Production founder and managing director, Burhanuddin Md Radzi announced that a paid console game based on the Upin & Ipin series is in development since 2023.[5] The company invested RM15 million to developed the console game, which was co-developed by Malaysia-based American online game developer, Streamline Studios.[6] Upin & Ipin Universe is built in Unreal Engine 5.[7][8] It became the first Playstation game to use full voice acting in Bahasa Malaysia, the national language of Malaysia besides of English, with subititle support.[3]

Release

Upin & Ipin Universe is originally scheduled to be released in September 2024 through several gaming consoles, but delayed due to technical reasons.[9][5][10] However, the game is expected to be released on 17 July 2025.[11][12][13][14]

The game's launching was took place at a press conference in Kuala Lumpur on 4 July and officiated by the Digital Minister, Gobind Singh Deo.[15] He described the game as a great achievement of Malaysian gaming industry.[3]

Its official trailer was launched during the Summer Games Fest 2025 and released on its official YouTube channel on 8 June 2025.[4][16]

References

  1. ^ Ralph (10 June 2025). "Upin & Ipin Universe Shows Off Gameplay During Southeast Asian Games Showcase". Gamer Braves. Retrieved 5 July 2025.
  2. ^ "Upin & Ipin Universe game marks milestone in Malaysia's rise as regional hub for animation and gaming". Twentytwo13. 4 July 2025. Retrieved 5 July 2025.
  3. ^ a b c Alif Azizan (4 July 2025). "Upin & Ipin Universe set to launch on 17 July 2025 for PC, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch". TechNave. Retrieved 4 July 2025.
  4. ^ a b Arif Zikri (10 June 2025). "'Upin & Ipin Universe': Iconic animated twins enter gaming world with open-world adventure (VIDEO)". Malay Mail. Retrieved 30 June 2025.
  5. ^ a b Saiful Ridzaimi (26 February 2024). "An Upin & Ipin game will be launched on various consoles this September". TechNave. Retrieved 25 March 2024.
  6. ^ "Upin & Ipin Console Games To Be Launched In September". BERNAMA. 25 February 2024. Retrieved 1 July 2024.
  7. ^ "Enter the Upin & Ipin universe for global gamers". Digital News Asia. 27 February 2025. Retrieved 24 June 2025.
  8. ^ "Upin & Ipin Universe". Streamline Studios. 27 February 2025. Retrieved 1 July 2025.
  9. ^ "Upin & Ipin console games to be launched in September". Sinar Daily. 3 March 2024. Retrieved 25 March 2024.
  10. ^ Effi Saharudin (25 February 2024). "Permainan Video Upin & Ipin Akan Hadir Ke Konsol September Ini" (in Malay). Amanz.my. Retrieved 25 March 2024.
  11. ^ Heirul Kamel (27 February 2025). "Local Animated Series "Upin & Ipin" To Launch Its First Video Game This Year". Lowyat.net. Retrieved 24 June 2025.
  12. ^ Dean Takahashi (27 February 2025). "Malaysia's Streamline and Les' Copaque unveil Upin & Ipin Universe game". VentureBeat. Retrieved 24 June 2025.
  13. ^ Amirul Ashraf (27 February 2025). "Upin & Ipin Universe Releasing Later This Year". Gamer Matters. Retrieved 24 June 2025.
  14. ^ William Saw (4 July 2025). "Upin & Ipin Universe Launches July 17 for PC and Consoles, Showcasing Southeast Asian Culture in Open-World Adventure". Monstervine. Retrieved 4 July 2025.
  15. ^ "Gobind launches 'Upin & Ipin Universe' as Malaysia's digital creative industry hits RM5.3b". Malay Mail. 4 July 2025. Retrieved 4 July 2025.
  16. ^ "Upin & Ipin Universe - Official Trailer | Southeast Asian Game Showcase 2025". IGN. 8 June 2025. Retrieved 30 June 2025.
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