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Black Female Lead in New Afro-Caribbean Game
11 Jun
Summary
- Duppy Detective Tashia features a rare Black female protagonist.
- The game centers on Afro-Caribbean folklore and a murdered spider-God.
- Composer Chase Bethea pioneered the 'Caribbean Noir' genre for the soundtrack.
Set for release in 2026, Duppy Detective Tashia aims to bring greater diversity to the gaming industry by centering its story on a Black female protagonist. The game follows Tashia as she navigates a hidden marketplace populated by spirits from Afro-Caribbean folklore, tasked with solving the murder of the spider-God Bredda Anasi.
Award-winning composer Chase Bethea is creating the game's supernatural noir atmosphere with a distinctive score. Inspired by Caribbean culture and detective fiction, Bethea has pioneered a new genre he calls 'Caribbean Noir,' blending cinematic mystery with island rhythms.
Bethea's involvement stems from a long-standing working relationship with developer Spritewrench Studios, founded by Glen Henry. This collaboration has led to multiple projects, including the award-winning On the Peril of Parrots and Sunken Stones, before undertaking Duppy Detective Tashia.
