Tides of Annihilation: a beautiful action game announced

Tides of Annihilation, drawing inspiration from Arthurian legend, casts players as Gwendolyn, a young woman battling alongside spectral knights to rescue her family and mend a fractured world.

The game unfolds in a ravaged, modern-day London, overrun by a mysterious otherworldly invasion. Players will confront hordes of enemies alongside their ghostly allies, engaging in intense combat against colossal, roaming knight-like creatures. Victory requires strategic climbing and close-quarters battles atop these behemoths.

While the game boasts impressive visuals, its narrative falls short of its potential. Recent soulslike titles have successfully reimagined classic tales, such as the relatively unknown "Journey to the West" and the surprisingly dark retelling of Pinocchio in Lies of P. However, Tides of Annihilation's Arthurian theme feels overused and lacks the fresh, unique hook needed to truly captivate players. Despite its visual appeal, the familiar storyline prevents it from standing out.