Project Umbra
An exploration of solitude within a shifting architectural maze. Umbra uses procedural shadow-play to dictate narrative progression, forcing the player to master the absence of light.
- • Genre: Atmospheric Noir
- • Status: Final Polish
Digital alchemy
born in the
Autumnal Tropics.
Xalivivq Studios is a premium independent collective in Malaysia crafting experiences that linger long after the screen goes dark. We trade in mood, shadow, and the unexpected.
Explore the GalleryBeyond the standard loop.
At Xalivivq Studios, we reject the mechanical grind of modern releases. Our development philosophy is rooted in "Autumnal Richness"—a design language that prioritizes atmosphere, texture, and deep narrative resonance over hollow engagement metrics.
Located in Bukit Bintang, we draw inspiration from the high-contrast energy of Kuala Lumpur. We are building worlds for players who seek more than a temporary distraction. Our team focuses on high-signal digital experiences where every frame is a deliberate choice and every mechanic serves a story. We don't just build games; we curate digital moods that challenge your expectations of the medium.
"Our goal is to create games that feel like found artifacts—precious, slightly mysterious, and undeniably hand-crafted."
— Lead Visionary, XalivivqRecent Artifacts
Kinetic Rust
A tactile puzzle-thriller set in a decommissioned oceanic rig off the coast of Sabah. Every interaction is physical, involving heavy levers, rusted valves, and analog feedback.
- • Genre: Tactile Simulation
- • Status: Pre-Release
The Beacon
A short-form narrative experiment about communication across impossible distances. A localized experience designed for headphone-only focus.
- • Genre: Narrative Audio
- • Status: Available Now
Where to begin your journey?
We understand that our catalog is unconventional. To help you find the right gateway into Xalivivq Studios, we have categorized our work by the emotional resonance you desire.
The Xalivivq Rule
"If it doesn't leave the player feeling slightly different about their own world, the project is not finished."
Seek Tension
Best for those who enjoy psychological depth and environmental storytelling.
View Recommendations →Seek Stillness
Focus on contemplative mechanics and slow-burn world discovery.
View Recommendations →Seek Complexity
Hands-on, systems-heavy experiences for the mechanically inclined.
View Recommendations →Coded in
Kuala Lumpur.
Our studio at Wisma Goldhill isn't just an office—it's a testing ground. We believe that physical environment dictates digital output. The mustard-drenched halls and plum-lit lounges of our space are designed to keep us in a state of high-focus creative flux.
Unit 2-5, Wisma Goldhill,
16 Jalan Raja Chulan, Bukit Bintang,
50200 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Meet the collective
16 Jalan Raja Chulan, Bukit Bintang,
50200 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Are you high-signal?
We are always looking for collaborators who value craft over flash. Whether you are a player, a developer, or a storyteller, the door at Xalivivq is open for those who see in mustard and plum.
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