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The developers of the upcoming action-adventure gameTides of Annihilationhave revealed more details about the title’s combat, bosses, weapon types, and more. Following the game’s reveal on February 12,Tides of Annihilationhas become a hot topic online, with many eager to get their hands on the unique single-player narrative-driven title.
One of the big surprises duringSony’s February 2025 State of Playpresentation,Tides of Annihilationpromises to transport players to an alternate and apocalyptic version of London, in which they must combat creatures from another world and search for shards of the legendary Holy Grail to uncover the mystery of the world’s end. Viewers were instantly wowed by the trailer’s polished graphics and rapid combat, with countless comments likening it to theDevil May Cryseries, and many online polls sawTides of Annihilationvoted the best PS5 game shown during the recent State of Play. While the game doesn’t yet have a release date, more details have come to light about what players can expect, with the developers eager to share more about the mysterious title.
During a chat withWccftechat Gamescom 2024, Eclipse Glow Games offered some more details about its new IP. Players can expect an average of 30 hours of gameplay and over 30 boss encounters, with each beast boasting unique abilities. As many viewers have already picked up on, combat is similar to that found in theDevil May Cryseries, and players will be able to choose between four weapons: bows, swords, fists, and one yet to be announced. As the massive Chinese publisher Tencent has a stake inTides of Annihilation’s success, the team also explained that they chose a setting based on Arthurian legends to cater to the Western market. Tencent also invested in Game Science’s wildlypopular action RPGBlack Myth: Wukong, which found the majority of its success with Eastern audiences.
Tides of Annihilation Will Boast Around 30 Hours of Gameplay, Over 30 Bosses, and Devil May Cry-like Combat
While no release window has been announced,Tides of Annihilationis coming to multiple platforms, including PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S. The team behind the title is comprised largely of industry veterans who have worked on major franchises likePersona,Prince of Persia,Yakuza,For Honor, andAssassin’s Creed. WhileTides of Annihilationwill be the first title released by Eclipse Glow Games, expectations are already incredibly high.
The February 2025 State of Play offered a few more surprise announcements, including release dates forBorderlands 4andMetal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater, a new game from Housemarque, andthe reveal ofDays Gone Remasteredfor PS5. Sony fans were disappointed whenDeath Stranding 2: On the Beachdidn’t appear during the presentation, as the game is expected to release sometime in 2025.
Tides of Annihilation
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London lies in ruin, torn apart by an abrupt invasion from another realm. As Gwendolyn, the city’s last surviving inhabitant, you will face off against otherworldly foes as she navigates a world where reality and fantasy intertwine, unravelling the mysteries binding this shattered existence.Unveil the Secret of Tides and Piece Together a Broken WorldA once-vibrant London has been torn asunder into an eerie reflection of itself—its buildings distorted, lifeforms transformed, and its history shrouded in shadow. Venture into this devastated world to uncover hidden truths and find a way to save your family, city, and the very fabric of reality itself.Harness the Power of Knights and Build Your OrderExperience a unique knightly combat system that allows you to command a band of over ten legendary knights. Inspired by Arthurian lore, each knight brings unique skills and abilities to your team. Combine their powers to craft your own battle strategies, unleashing awe-inspiring cooperative attacks. Forge a path to victory with your personalised Order of Knights.Encounter and Conquer Colossal KnightsTowering like mountains, the colossal knights roaming Greater London are more than mere setpieces—they are integral to your journey. Engage in epic battles against these mighty giants, scale their massive forms, and delve into their palatial depths and uncover the grand tales that define their existence.
