Annihilation: 11-Minute Gameplay Trailer Released

Following its global reveal at last week's State of Play, Tides of Annihilation unveils an extended gameplay trailer showcasing its thrilling action. Dive in to learn more about this upcoming title.

Tides of Annihilation Trailer: Fast-Paced Combat in a Desolate London

Exploring a Ruined Metropolis

First seen at PlayStation's State of Play, the hack-and-slash action-adventure game Tides of Annihilation ignites anticipation with its new extended gameplay trailer. The trailer features protagonist Gwendolyn and her shape-shifting sword companion, Niniane, navigating the ruins of a post-apocalyptic London, ravaged by an invasion from another world. Their journey through crumbling streets is constantly challenged by relentless enemies. The trailer reveals Gwendolyn's ability to summon a squad of over ten legendary knights, inspired by the Arthurian legend of King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table.

After battling through hordes of enemies and traversing a magical portal, Gwendolyn and Niniane face a climactic boss fight against Mordred, a character with opposing goals who stands as a formidable obstacle to Gwendolyn's plans. This intense battle highlights the game's dynamic combat system, underscored by a haunting choral score.

According to producer Kun Fu on PlayStation.Blog, the combat 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 choices based on the situation. Fu emphasizes, "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 top game studios—fell in love with during internal playtests."

Echoes of Devil May Cry and Bayonetta

Online reactions to the trailer have been overwhelmingly positive, praising the art direction, art style, fluid hack-and-slash combat, and overall gameplay. Many viewers draw comparisons to classic titles like Devil May Cry and Bayonetta, while also citing similarities to Elden Ring, NieR: Automata, Stellar Blade, and Final Fantasy XVI. The sheer enthusiasm expressed online suggests Tides of Annihilation has significant potential and is generating considerable pre-release excitement.

Tides of Annihilation, the debut title from Chengdu-based Eclipse Glow Games, blends Arthurian myth with an alternate reality modern-day London. Players embody Gwendolyn, a survivor in a post-apocalyptic world. While a precise release date is yet to be announced, the game is slated for release on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.