Sikh Mace Guardian is India's first mobile game dedicated to celebrating Sikh warriors and their iconic mace combat techniques. Developed by Indian studio Gurkha Games, this action-packed title combines historical accuracy with modern mobile gaming mechanics.
Set in the 17th century Punjab, players assume the role of a Sikh warrior tasked with protecting sacred sites and defeating Mughal invaders. The game features:
Since its launch in 2022, Sikh Mace Guardian has become a cultural phenomenon in India, with over 5 million downloads in its first year alone.
The core gameplay revolves around mace combat, requiring precise timing and strategic positioning. Players must master various mace techniques:
The game features a progression system where players earn experience points to unlock:
Average session duration: 28 minutes
Daily active users: 1.2 million
Most popular mace: Shahidi Tabar (used by 42% of players)
Sikh Mace Guardian has achieved remarkable success in the Indian market:
| Region | Downloads | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Punjab | 1.8 million | 36% |
| Delhi NCR | 1.2 million | 24% |
| Haryana | 850,000 | 17% |
| Maharashtra | 600,000 | 12% |
| Other States | 550,000 | 11% |
The game sees its highest engagement during Sikh festivals like Vaisakhi and Gurpurabs, with player numbers increasing by up to 150% during these periods.
With over 250,000 reviews on the Google Play Store, Sikh Mace Guardian maintains an impressive 4.7/5 star rating. Here's what Indian players are saying:
"As a Sikh from Amritsar, this game makes me so proud. The attention to historical detail is amazing. I love collecting different mace designs and learning about our warriors' techniques."
— Harpreet Singh, 5 stars
"The mace combat feels so satisfying! Each strike has weight behind it. The spin attacks are my favorite for clearing groups of enemies."
— Rajesh Kumar, 4 stars
"Great game but gets repetitive after a while. Need more missions and maybe some multiplayer modes. Still, it's the best Sikh-themed game out there."
— Priya Sharma, 4 stars
Common requests from players include:
The developers have made significant efforts to localize Sikh Mace Guardian for the Indian market:
The game is fully localized in:
Voice acting is available in Punjabi for key characters, with Hindi subtitles.
Key cultural elements include:
Punjabi language version accounts for 62% of downloads
Hindi version: 28%
English version: 10%
Sikh Mace Guardian has built a vibrant Indian gaming community with several unique features:
Players can form or join "Gurdwara Clans" (similar to guilds) with up to 50 members. Top clans compete in weekly tournaments for exclusive rewards.
Regular live events include:
Players can share their achievements directly to:
Top Tips from Indian Players:
The Indian gaming community has created extensive guides to help new players:
This comprehensive video guide by YouTuber MaceMaster Ind has over 500,000 views:
Indian gamers recommend these free-to-play maces:
Best places to grind for resources: