Upin & Ipin Universe: Dev Diaries with Stefan Baier
26On our third episode of the Upin & Ipin Universe DevDiaries, we sit down with EVP & Cofounder of Streamline Studios, Stefan Baier to discuss the upcoming game—exploring the journey, the challenges, and the creative sparks that brought this exciting project to life. 🎮
Stay tuned for what's next on upinipinuniverse.com and get ready to explore the kampung (village) life in the rich culture of Malaysia. 🌏 🌿
Coming this July!
Wishlist now: https://www.upinipinuniverse.com/wishlist
Intro - 00:00
What's a childhood memory that stayed with you? - 00:40
What's your favourite Malaysian dish? - 01:57
Ever jumped into a waterfall? - 02:19
Have you been chased by a chicken? - 03:01
What excites you the most about Upin & Ipin Universe? - 03:30
How will the game resonate with global audiences? - 04:55
Why was now the right time to bring Upin & Ipin
to consoles? - 06:37
Biggest challenges in making a beloved tv brand into an interactive world? - 07:27
How did you balance nostalgia for long time fans with creating a new experience for newcomers? - 09:12
What do you want players to feel the first time they step into the kampung - 10:22
How do you ensure malaysian culture
remains intact across regions & formats? - 11:51
What’s something players will experience that they couldn’t in the tv series?- 12:50
What was the trickiest system to implement
from a technical or production standpoint? - 14:05
What are the studio’s biggest priorities for the first 90 days after the game’s release?
- 14:54
How does this game expand the legacy of the series for a new generation?- 16:04
Final message to new and old fans of Upin & Ipin at home and abroad? - 17:10
How can people keep up to date with Streamline and Upin & Ipin Universe? - 18:00