LOS ANGELES | Talaka is a fast-paced, combat-driven roguelite that brings Afro-Brazilian mythology to life in a vivid, hand-painted world unlike anything you’ve seen.
You play as a young warrior who once believed in the old legends—the stories of Orisha gods, mystical creatures, and ancient realms. But as time passed, the myths faded. Forgotten by the world, the legends have begun to unravel—twisting into chaos, breaking the harmony between worlds.
Now, you must journey across dreamlike landscapes, reconnect with divine forces, and uncover why the myths have gone rogue. With the Orisha by your side, you’ll fight to restore balance before the stories vanish forever.
Featuring lightning-fast action, dynamic roguelite runs, and a stunning watercolor-inspired art style, Talaka turns your controller into a paintbrush and every battle into a living canvas.
Will you rewrite the myth—or let it fade into oblivion?
Key Features
- 🛡️Dynamic Roguelite Combat
- Every run offers new challenges and god-blessed weapons across 150+ weapon and skill combinations. Dodge, parry, and restore your way through corrupted spirits and twisted beasts in fluid, fast-paced combat — culminating in epic miniboss and Boss encounters that will push everything you’ve learned to the limit. No two runs ever the same.
- 🎨 A living Canvas of Culture
- Every biome in Talaka is a living painting — from the arid Sertão and the vast Pantanal wetlands to the streets of São Paulo and the dreamlike depths of the Dark Orun. Enemies don’t bleed — they burst into ink. By the end of each battle, the screen is your own canvas.
- 🔁Face the Forgotten
- The legends that once guarded these lands are being erased from memory — and as they fade, they’ve lost themselves to a mysterious corruption. Hunt them down, master their patterns, and fight to restore what the world is forgetting.
- 🧭Every Foe Tells a Story
- Every creature you face in Talaka is rooted in real Brazilian folklore, fauna, and flora. The Mapinguari, the Velho do Saco, the Labatut, the Bathroom Blonde — legends that have haunted Brazilian imagination for centuries, now hunting you in every run. Uncover their origins in Talaka’s in-game bestiary, where every enemy has a story worth reading.
- Gods Reward The Worth
- Experience drums, chants, and melodies crafted in collaboration with Afro-Brazilian musicians, evoking the divine rhythm of a world on the edge of rebirth.
- Orishas Guide the Way
- Each run makes you stronger. Between runs, spend your earned Ashe to unlock permanent upgrades — boosting your health, dodge, healing, and more. Seek the guidance of Iemanjá, Ogum, Oba, and Eshu, each offering their own blessings to shape your journey.
- Play Your Way
- Talaka analyses your gameplay and suggests the ideal difficulty for your skill level — and if you want full control, accessibility options are always available: infinite health, one-hit kills, and more.
- Roguelike Twists
- Uncover Secrets: Every room hides secrets waiting to be found. Explore beyond the obvious and uncover hidden areas that reward curiosity with rare items and untold stories.
- Kill Streak: Defeating enemies increases your damage output — but healing resets your streak. Push your limits or play it safe: the choice is yours every fight.
- Brush of Kumbu: Some enemies appear shrouded in the mysterious corruption — absorbing almost all damage dealt to them. A single stroke of the Kumbu brush shatters the shield, exposing them fully. Upgrade and master the brush alongside your weapons to craft the ultimate build.
About Potato Kid:
Potato Kid is an independent Brazilian studio formed by three games industry veterans with over 30 combined years of experience. Guided by the principles of being small and efficient, playing smart with technology and market instinct and staying true to what the team believes is meaningful to make, the studio operates on a lean, efficient model, creating unique, creative and highly polished games shaped by direct player feedback and built to resonate with gamers. Its first title, Talaka, is an Action Roguelike set in Brazilian mythology, published by Acclaim, targeting a Q1 2027 release.
About Acclaim:
Originally founded in 1987, Acclaim established itself as a leading global developer, publisher, and mass marketer, bringing beloved franchises such as Mortal Kombat, Turok, and NBA Jam into homes worldwide. Today, Acclaim carries its legacy forward with an unwavering commitment to supporting talented indie developers and delivering high-quality, premium indie games to a global audience. Acclaim’s modern revival stands as a testament to the strength and enduring appeal of its iconic brand.
Article by: Susan N.
