During Sony’s State of Play 2025, the gaming world got its first glimpse of "Tides of Annihilation," a single-player, narrative-driven action-adventure game crafted by the newly formed studio, Eclipse Glow Games. The debut trailer showcased a thrilling blend of "intense, breakneck combat, an immersive narrative, and an unforgettable setting," setting the stage for a highly anticipated release.
Set against the backdrop of a modern-day London devastated by mystical otherworldly forces, players will step into the shoes of Gwendolyn. As the last human survivor, you'll navigate through London’s iconic landmarks, summoning spectral Knights of the Round Table to aid in combat against foes drawn from the Arthurian legend. The game promises epic encounters with skyscraper-sized bosses, adding a thrilling dimension to the gameplay.
Eclipse Glow Games, based in Chengdu, China, and backed by investment from Tencent, comprises over 100 developers with rich experience from renowned franchises like Yakuza, For Honor, Assassin’s Creed, Persona, and Prince of Persia. Kun Fu, Lead Game Producer at Eclipse Glow Games, expressed immense pride in debuting at Sony's State of Play, emphasizing that this is just the beginning for their ambitious project.
"We’ve created a world that reimagines Arthurian Legend where themes of courage, loyalty, and heroism intertwine with an epic story set in a strange-yet-familiar setting that will test the mettle of true gamers and push the genre forward," Fu stated, highlighting the game's innovative approach to storytelling and gameplay.
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Here’s the official synopsis:
Tides of Annihilation is a single-player, narrative-driven title set in a twisted version of modern London cataclysmically altered by an otherworldly invasion. Taking on the role of Gwendolyn, humanity’s lone survivor, players embark on a legendary quest through London’s iconic environs to unravel a mystery that will determine the fate of reality itself. Battling alongside summonable spectral knights, players will encounter hordes of enemies, unforgettable bosses, and vertical levels in the form of gigantic knights roaming the landscape.
"Tides of Annihilation" is slated for release on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X and S, though an exact release date remains undisclosed. Stay tuned to IGN for more updates and a comprehensive round-up of everything announced at State of Play 2025, giving you a glimpse into the future of gaming on PlayStation 5.
