Mladić from Bosnia and Herzegovina created the game Ramo: Journey through Sarajevo tradition and the nostalgic 90s

Games have become a significant part of young people’s lives, shaping their social interactions, creativity and skill development. In today’s digital age, games offer much more than just entertainment; they have become platforms for engagement, learning and expression.

Harun Kestendžić, the creator of the game “Ramo”, connects the bridge between the past and the present. Through characters, story and music, it strives to present Sarajevo’s culture and tradition, while providing players with an individual experience.

A 19-year-old programming enthusiast, he has been exploring the world of technology for four years. His passion for programming began during his first course, while he attended high school with an IT major. The beginning of his journey included various courses and classes at school, but last year Harun discovered a new inspiration – the desire to develop his own video game. Harun worked for a year on this project, faced many challenges and thought of giving up several times. However, his persistence paid off, and he finally completed the game, which he considers a significant achievement in his education in the field of information technology. Now, ready for new challenges, he is enrolling at SSST faculty, where he plans to continue deepening his knowledge and skills.

TRAVEL THROUGH TIME

The game, called “Ramo”, is an exciting 2D platformer adventure set in the spring of 1992 in Sarajevo. It provides players with a nostalgic journey through a turbulent time, as the main character, Ramo, tries to fight off numerous enemies on his way through the city streets.

When asked about the inspiration for the name of the video game, Harun stated that he needed a powerful name for the main character.

“Ramo came to mind because I needed a powerful name for the main  character. It has nothing to do with a certain political figure” , he stated for Aktu.ba.

Ramo, the protagonist in the area of ​​Alipaša polje, faces the dangers that surround him – from debts to dangerous people to persecution by the police. Each level brings new challenges, as Ramo battles enemies and sudden obstacles, while a secret weapon – the burek – helps him regain health and strength. The retro style of the game, along with 8-bit versions of famous ex-Yu songs, further enriches the atmosphere. The name Ramo came to mind because I was looking for a strong name for the main character. It is not associated with any particular political figure.

One of the most interesting aspects of the game is that the main enemy is not predefined. The player decides who that enemy will be, currently represented as a mysterious cloud with a beard, waiting at the end of Ram’s journey. This unique approach and the authentic atmosphere of Sarajevo from 1992 make “Ramo” a special game that will intrigue fans of nostalgic memories.

KEY GAME FEATURES:

  • Authentic atmosphere: Experience Sarajevo in 1992 through elaborately designed levels.
  • Dynamic Combat: Face a variety of enemies and challenges.
  • Retro Style: Enjoy 8-bit covers of ex-Yu hits.
  • Unique story: Experience Rama’s journey through the city and his personal vendettas

Here you can download the game “Ramo” and start your journey through the exciting streets of Sarajevo in 1992. Prepare to face challenges, fight enemies and explore the richness of the local culture.  Download here.

Enjoy every moment, unleash your spirit of adventure and experience unforgettable memories as you fight for survival in a turbulent time.

Source: akta.ba