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Blood of Mehran Named Best Studio Game Finalist at GDWC 2025 Summer Season!

We are very excited to share a major milestone. Blood of Mehran is a finalist in the Best Studio Game category. This is for the Game Development World Championship (GDWC) 2025 Summer Season. At Permanent Way Entertainment, we are honoured. This recognition shows our team’s hard work and the strength of our vision.

A Global Stage for Indie Games

The GDWC is a big deal. It’s a global competition that celebrates indie game developers. Over 52,000 developers have joined in the past. They come from more than 150 countries. The Best Studio Game category is for studios like ours: Studios with eight or more members. Being a finalist is huge as it puts Blood of Mehran among the top games. We thank the GDWC jury for this honour.

The World of Blood of Mehran

Blood of Mehran is an indie action-adventure game set in ancient Mesopotamia. The story draws from “One Thousand and One Nights.” You play as Mehran, a legendary warrior, who seeks peace but faces many betrayals and tyrannies. A tyrant king destroys his quiet life, which leads to Mehran taking up his sword again. His quest is for vengeance, blood and peace. The game’s world is an authentic reimagination of Mesopotamia, with dunes, busy bazaars, and grand palaces.

The game’s combat system is intense and reaction-based. You can use swords and shields. Or try bows for long-range attacks. Want to be sneaky? Stealth is an option in some sections. Level up your skills. Unlock new abilities. Find collectables and secrets. The story is a deep exploration of love, loss, and loyalty. We aimed to make every moment gripping.

Our Team’s Journey

Making Blood of Mehran was a tremendous challenge. Our team worked long hours and faced tough choices. Every detail mattered. Artists built a stunning world, writers shaped a rich story, and Programmers made it all work. We poured our hearts into this game. This nomination feels like a reward; it shows our passion has paid off.

We’re proud of our roots. Permanent Way Entertainment started in 2006. We focus on storytelling. Our love for West Asia’s myths shines through, and Blood of Mehran reflects that. We worked with Blowfish Studios to publish it. Their support helped us reach this point.

What’s Next?

The GDWC final judging is coming. We’re excited to see the results. Blood of Mehran is up against strong contenders, but we’re ready. The game is coming soon, it will be on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Epic Games Store, and Steam, and you can wishlist it now. Stay tuned for release updates.

Thank You to Our Community

We owe this moment to you. Our fans kept us going. Know that your support means everything to us. You shared our posts, you cheered us on; This finalist spot is yours, too. We also thank the GDWC. Their platform lifts up indie games. It helps small studios like us shine.

Join the Adventure

We invite you to celebrate with us, wishlist Blood of Mehran today, follow us on social media, and share your thoughts in the comments. What excites you about the game? Let us know. Visit our other blog posts for more details. We can’t wait to share Mehran’s journey with you.