Upin & Ipin Universe
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| Developer(s) | Les' Copaque Production |
| Publisher(s) | Streamline Studios |
| Engine | Unreal Engine 5 |
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| 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, and was released on 17 July 2025 for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5 and Windows.
Gameplay
[edit]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 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
[edit]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 develop the console game, which was co-developed by Malaysia-based American online game developer, Streamline Studios.[6] He said that the game is a "family-friendly" and contains "no violence" and it is "suitable for all ages".[7][8] Upin & Ipin Universe is built in Unreal Engine 5,[9][10] which the company choosed due to its "impressive graphics capabilities".[11] It became the first Playstation game to use full voice acting in Bahasa Malaysia, the national language of Malaysia besides of English, with subtitle support.[3]
Release
[edit]Upin & Ipin Universe is originally scheduled to be released in September 2024 through several gaming consoles, but delayed due to technical reasons.[12][5][13] However, the game was officially released on 17 July 2025.[14][15][16][17]
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.[18] He described the game as a great achievement of Malaysian gaming industry.[3]
The game's teaser trailer was released on 27 February 2025 on its official YouTube channel,[19] while its official trailer was launched during the Summer Games Fest 2025 and released on its official YouTube channel on 8 June 2025.[4][20]
Reception
[edit]Upon its release, Upin & Ipin Universe received mixed reviews. On the video game distribution service Steam, only 49% out of the 37 reviews were positive. While the game's cultural elements and local charm were praised, there are many complains from players about the game's "bugs, visual problems, unstable graphics, and poor performance".[21]
References
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- ^ "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.
- ^ 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.
- ^ a b Arif Zikri (10 June 2025). "'Upin & Ipin Universe': Iconic animated twins enter gaming world with open-world adventure (VIDEO)". Malay Mail. Archived from the original on 16 June 2025. Retrieved 30 June 2025.
- ^ a b Saiful Ridzaimi (26 February 2024). "An Upin & Ipin game will be launched on various consoles this September". TechNave. Retrieved 25 March 2024.
- ^ "Upin & Ipin Console Games To Be Launched In September". BERNAMA. 25 February 2024. Retrieved 1 July 2024.
- ^ "Upin & Ipin Universe dilancar, cipta sejarah di peringkat global". Berita RTM. 4 July 2025. Retrieved 9 July 2025.
- ^ Hazeeq Sukri (13 June 2025). "Upin & Ipin game set to be released on PS4 and Switch in 2025". CNA Lifestyle. CNA. Archived from the original on 29 April 2025. Retrieved 9 July 2025.
- ^ "Enter the Upin & Ipin universe for global gamers". Digital News Asia. 27 February 2025. Archived from the original on 16 March 2025. Retrieved 24 June 2025.
- ^ "Upin & Ipin Universe". Streamline Studios. 27 February 2025. Archived from the original on 1 July 2025. Retrieved 1 July 2025.
- ^ Shirra Weiringen (6 July 2024). "Double the entertainment: Open-world 'Upin & Ipin' game headed to consoles". The Star Online. Retrieved 15 July 2025.
- ^ "Upin & Ipin console games to be launched in September". Sinar Daily. 3 March 2024. Retrieved 25 March 2024.
- ^ Effi Saharudin (25 February 2024). "Permainan Video Upin & Ipin Akan Hadir Ke Konsol September Ini" (in Malay). Amanz.my. Archived from the original on 25 March 2024. Retrieved 25 March 2024.
- ^ Heirul Kamel (27 February 2025). "Local Animated Series "Upin & Ipin" To Launch Its First Video Game This Year". Lowyat.net. Archived from the original on 11 March 2025. Retrieved 24 June 2025.
- ^ Dean Takahashi (27 February 2025). "Malaysia's Streamline and Les' Copaque unveil Upin & Ipin Universe game". VentureBeat. Archived from the original on 24 June 2025. Retrieved 24 June 2025.
- ^ Amirul Ashraf (27 February 2025). "Upin & Ipin Universe Releasing Later This Year". Gamer Matters. Archived from the original on 24 June 2025. Retrieved 24 June 2025.
- ^ 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.
- ^ "Gobind launches 'Upin & Ipin Universe' as Malaysia's digital creative industry hits RM5.3b". Malay Mail. 4 July 2025. Retrieved 4 July 2025.
- ^ Effi Saharudin (27 February 2025). "Treler Upin & Ipin Universe Diperlihatkan – Masih Tiada Tarikh Pelancaran". Amanz.my. Archived from the original on 27 February 2025. Retrieved 9 July 2025.
- ^ "Upin & Ipin Universe - Official Trailer | Southeast Asian Game Showcase 2025". IGN. 8 June 2025. Archived from the original on 8 June 2025. Retrieved 30 June 2025.
- ^ Ralph (18 July 2025). "Malaysian Gamers Criticize Upin & Ipin Universe Over High Price Tag". Gamer Braves. Retrieved 19 July 2025.