Tides of Annihilation Extended Gameplay Trailer is 11 Minutes of High Octane Combat

Following its global announcement at the last State of Play, Tides of Annihilation has released an extended gameplay trailer, showcasing more of what fans can expect from this highly anticipated action title. Dive into the details of this upcoming game that promises fast-paced, high-octane combat.

Tides Of Annihilation Trailer Showcases Fast-Paced Combat

A Sneak Peek Into An Apocalyptic London

First unveiled at the recent PlayStation State of Play, the hack-and-slash action-adventure game, Tides of Annihilation, has sparked significant interest with its newly released extended gameplay trailer.

The trailer offers early development footage featuring protagonist Gwendolyn and her sword-transforming companion, Niniane, as they navigate the ruins of a desolate, otherworldly London ravaged by an Outworld invasion. As they traverse the crumbling streets, they encounter numerous enemies. It's revealed that Gwendolyn can summon a band of over ten legendary knights inspired by King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table.

After clearing the path of adversaries and further exploration through a magical portal, the duo is drawn into a boss fight with a character named Mordred, who appears to have conflicting goals with Gwendolyn and is determined to thwart her plans. The boss fight highlights the game's action-packed combat, underscored by a haunting choir, before reaching its conclusion.

According to the game's producer, Kun Fu, featured on the PlayStation.Blog, the battle system will offer "intuitive co-op combat in a single-player experience." Players can summon two spectral knights with distinct combat roles at a time, requiring strategic planning based on the situation. "The interplay between Gwendolyn and the knights creates a dynamic, fast-paced, and deeply engaging combat experience. It’s a system that our team (veterans from top game studios) fell in love with during internal playtests," Fu explained.

A Nod To Devil May Cry And Bayonetta

The trailer has garnered positive feedback from viewers, who have praised its art direction, style, and the fluid, fast-paced hack-and-slash combat. Many have drawn comparisons to classic franchises like Devil May Cry and Bayonetta, as well as modern titles such as Elden Ring, NieR: Automata, Stellar Blade, and Final Fantasy 16. The online community has expressed enthusiasm and excitement for the game, recognizing its "immense potential" and indicating their intent to purchase it upon release.

Tides of Annihilation is the debut title from Chengdu-based game studio Eclipse Glow Games, blending Arthurian legend with an alternate modern-day London setting. Players will step into the role of heroine Gwendolyn, a survivor of an apocalyptic event. While no specific release date has been set, the game is scheduled to launch on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.