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

Following its global reveal during the recent State of Play, Tides of Annihilation unveils an extended gameplay trailer showcasing its high-octane combat. Discover more about this upcoming action title below.

Exploring a Post-Apocalyptic London

First seen at last week's PlayStation State of Play, the hack-and-slash action-adventure game Tides of Annihilation generated significant buzz with its newly released extended gameplay trailer.

The trailer presents early gameplay footage featuring Gwendolyn and her shape-shifting sword companion, Niniane, navigating the ruins of a devastated, otherworldly London, ravaged by an Outworld invasion. Their journey through crumbling streets is constantly challenged by relentless enemies. Gwendolyn's ability to summon over ten legendary knights, inspired by King Arthur's Round Table, is then revealed.

After overcoming obstacles and traversing a magical portal, the duo confronts Mordred in a challenging boss battle. This encounter highlights the game's dynamic combat system, underscored by a haunting choral score.

According to producer Kun Fu on PlayStation.Blog, the battle system offers "intuitive co-op combat within a single-player experience." Players can summon two spectral knights at a time, each with unique combat roles, demanding strategic decision-making. Fu notes, "The interplay between Gwendolyn and the knights creates a dynamic, fast-paced, and deeply engaging combat experience. It's a system our team (veterans from leading game studios) fell in love with during internal playtests."

Echoes of Devil May Cry and Bayonetta

Online reactions have been overwhelmingly positive, praising the game's art direction, style, fluid combat, and overall gameplay. Many viewers have drawn comparisons to classic titles like Devil May Cry and Bayonetta, alongside more recent hits such as Elden Ring, NieR: Automata, Stellar Blade, and Final Fantasy XVI. The trailer has ignited considerable excitement and anticipation, with many expressing confidence in the game's "immense potential."

Tides of Annihilation, the debut title from Chengdu-based Eclipse Glow Games, blends Arthurian legend with an alternate reality London. Players embody Gwendolyn, a survivor of an apocalyptic event. While a release date remains unannounced, the game is slated for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.