All Ages of Geek sat down with the team at Xelo Games during Tokyo Game Show 2025 to talk cozy adventures, wild physics, and creating all different genres of games. The studio walked us through how they prototype playful ideas, why they love charming animal protagonists, and what’s next on their roadmap.
Watch the interview with Xelo Games at Tokyo Game Show 2025
Catch our full chat and gameplay snippets in the video and let the devs introduce their worlds in their own words.
Who is Xelo Games?
Xelo Games is an Indonesia-based indie studio known for vibrant, approachable titles that mix bite-sized exploration with strong vibes. From chill foxes to horror games, their catalog shows real range while keeping an eye on feel-good fun.
Xelo Games titles featured
Chill Fox
For those looking for something a little more laid-back, Chill Fox delivers exactly what its name promises. In this cozy adventure, players embody a fox exploring vibrant landscapes, meeting new friends, and enjoying the calm beauty of nature.
Let’s take a break from AAA chaos, and try this silly and quirky fox game instead! Chill Fox is a small, chill, and fun stealth game where you play as a sneaky fox on a mission to steal chickens from a quiet countryside farm. There’s no timer, just take your time, explore the beautiful surroundings, and enjoy the laid-back vibes.
But don’t let the calm fool you! Two guard dogs are always on the lookout. Ten giant eggs are scattered across the area, and each one is worth five hens, find them all! And whatever you do… don’t forget the elephant. He deserves his freedom too!
Chill Fox taps into the rising trend of comfort gaming, where the journey is more important than the destination.
Absurd Frog
One of the most delightfully offbeat games featured is Absurd Frog, a wild physics-based experience where players take control of an oversized frog in a hilariously chaotic world. Imagine leaping across dense jungles, gobbling up prey, and occasionally facing off with creatures that probably shouldn’t exist in the same ecosystem.
In Absurd Frog, you start as a tiny frog with a big appetite, bugs, worms, and mice are just the beginning! The more you eat, the bigger and stronger you become, evolving into a giant frog. Explore a living forest full of life, danger, and opportunity as you avoid poisonous creatures, run from predators, and grow into a colossal amphibian towering over trees and even elephants. Become the apex beast, rule the ecosystem, and see how absurdly massive you can become!
Every jump, tongue lash, and snack makes the world feel alive, and a little ridiculous in the best way possible. It’s equal parts survival and slapstick, giving players the freedom to hop, explore, and laugh through a lush, beautifully rendered environment.
Petit Island
Petit Island brings a whimsical and heartwarming concept to life. In this adorable exploration game, you play as Lily, the grandchild of a once-brave adventurer named Grandpaw. As his memories fade, you set off to relive his tales and uncover new ones, helping him remember his past through your journey.
Explore Petit Island and have the purrrfect time of your life! Discover hidden treasures, wild animals, and bustling towns filled with knowledge and charm. Capture memories with your camera to help Grandpaw reminisce about his adventuresome days, snapping photos with locals, tourists, and adorable creatures across the island.
Along the way, you’ll meet quirky characters, build friendships, and gain the community’s trust. And with tons of customization options, you can express yourself however you like!
It’s a wholesome mix of photography, discovery, and storytelling, perfect for players who love games like Animal Crossing or New Pokémon Snap but want something uniquely relaxing.
Escape from Naraka
Bringing a completely different genre to the table, Escape from Naraka cranks up the intensity with fast-paced first-person platforming set in a world inspired by Balinese mythology. Players must navigate intricate temples, solve puzzles, and outrun terrifying creatures while uncovering secrets buried deep within ancient ruins.
Every level challenges you with themed stages, unique abilities, and trials to master. You’ll dodge traps, time every move, and push your reflexes to the limit. The game’s immersive world is built using 3D scan technology, meaning most of the environmental assets exist in real life.
With original soundtracks featuring Balinese instruments, hidden levels to unlock, and eye-catching ray-traced lighting powered by RTX Global Illumination and DLSS, this game is both a visual and technical masterpiece. Compete on leaderboards and prove your skill against others worldwide, if you can escape the depths of Naraka.
Why we’re watching Xelo Games
Each project leans into a clear emotion. Comfort, chaos, or adrenaline. The studio’s art direction is consistently bright and readable, their controls feel snappy, and they’re not afraid to try distinct genres with a humble heart, as long as the play experience shines.
Stay connected with Xelo Games
Follow Xelo Games on Steam to check out Chill Fox, Absurd Frog, Petit Island, and Escape from Naraka, and keep an eye on development updates. We’ll share more from our TGS 2025 trip as we continue spotlighting standout indie teams like this one. And check out Xelo Games website while you’re at it along with all of our past event coverage on All Ages of Geek.
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