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

Following its global reveal during last week's State of Play, Tides of Annihilation unveils an extended gameplay trailer, offering a deeper look into its action-packed world. Discover more about this highly anticipated title below.

Exploring a Post-Apocalyptic London

First showcased at PlayStation's State of Play, the action-adventure title Tides of Annihilation has generated significant buzz with its recently released extended gameplay trailer. The trailer presents early gameplay 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 fraught with perilous encounters. Gwendolyn's ability to summon a squad of over ten legendary knights, inspired by King Arthur's Round Table, is also revealed.

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

According to producer Kun Fu on PlayStation.Blog, the battle system boasts "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."

Comparisons to Devil May Cry and Bayonetta

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

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 a catastrophic event. While a release date is yet to be announced, the game is planned for release on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.