Games Like Niskala Sacred Knowledge of Leyak

"Niskala: Sacred Knowledge of Leyak", inspired by Balinese culture, local wisdom, Balinese folklore, as well as diversity in Bali and of course with the help of sources to dig up information about "leak/leyak".

Tells the story of a young man named Putu, who is a college student who lives in the city. Putu has a grandfather and lives with his uncle in a city where his grandfather has just died and before his grandfather actually died, his grandfather whispered something to Putu, and did not have time to whisper it. fully. After his grandfather died, Putu experienced a mysterious disorder, which came from the knowledge of "elusion" which Putu thought was from his grandfather and was inherited by him or transferred to him. Putu tries to find information about what the science of "extermination" is and what the solution is to solve this problem, when his journey encounters several obstacles such as being cheated, and getting treatment and not getting better and finally finding the right person. In the end, Putu's insight began to increase and the truth was revealed.

Story Outlining

Multiple Endings – Your Choices Shape the Story

In Niskala: Sacred Knowledge of Leyak, every step you take comes with consequences. Will you follow the guidance of the Jero Dasaran, make sacred offerings (Mebanten) as in Balinese tradition, and maintain harmony with the ancestral spirits? Or will you choose to ignore the traditions, challenge the unseen rules, and face the price of your defiance?

Every decision leads to a different path — from survival, loss, to hidden truths that only reveal themselves to those who respect the sacred offerings and ancestral beliefs.

Feature

1. Bars

2. Manners

Real-life manners are implemented in the game, such as greeting with "Om Swastiastu" (equivalent to "excuse me" or "hello") when visiting a house, reflecting traditional Balinese customs.

3. Mystical Street

In Bali, it's common to experience disorientation or lose your way when passing through a notoriously haunted street without saying “Nyelang Margi” (a Balinese phrase similar to 'excuse me'"”). This concept is integrated into the game, where your bars influence this mechanic.

4. Attack

Players can attack Villains /leyak(e.g., "Leak") while keeping an eye on their Social Bar and even the Leak’s Social Bar. Players can use "gamal wood" to throw at or strike the Leak, but timing is crucial. Ensure your Social Bar is higher than the Leak's to create the right momentum.

"In our game world, player attacks reflect prior development and influence future experiences. Decide whether to engage in certain paths based on how well you've built your Health, Sanity, and Social Bars. It's essential to monitor the balance of these bars before advancing the storyline.

To ensure optimal bar conditions from the start, focus on these tips:

Our game revolves around an inner duel, with critical words and timing. You can also choose physical actions like deflecting or throwing sand, adding a layer of realism to the combat experience. This way, you can feel a closer connection to reality when facing your fears."

Narrative Concept & Spiritual Social Mechanics in Niskala

In Niskala, we aim to introduce Balinese mythology through a deep and thoughtful approach — exploring pengleakan (Balinese mystical practice) not merely as a supernatural power, but as part of a broader spiritual-social system.

One key principle of pengleakan is that one cannot simply harm a target. Instead, the leyak (practitioner of this mystical art) must first provoke emotional reactions in the target, such as hatred, anger, or a desire for revenge, through words or actions.

However, before any attack can occur, there is a spiritual judgment — a weighing of whether the target truly deserves to be harmed. This judgment is believed to take place in the Merajan (Balinese family shrine), or through the will of God or the ancestors.

To reflect this in gameplay, we’ve added a social system where:

With this system, combat is not just about strength — it’s about ethics, speech, and spiritual balance, reflecting the wisdom of Balinese culture that we strive to share with the world.

5. Player Defense

Players can block attacks from the Leak when it strikes. However, getting too close to the Leak will decrease your Sanity Bar, followed by the Health Bar if your sanity runs out.

6. Speaking

When facing Villains/Leyak, players can boost their bars by conversing with them, as Leaks are humans who use mystical knowledge to transform.

Game difficulty levels, from normal to hard, will adapt to the condition of your bars. Challenge yourself to master the game by maintaining bar balance, making the right decisions at the right time, and achieving victory in an intense inner duel!