During Sony’s State of Play 2025, fans were treated to a captivating debut trailer for "Tides of Annihilation," a single-player, narrative-driven action-adventure game developed by the new studio, Eclipse Glow Games. Described as a blend of "intense, breakneck combat, an immersive narrative, and an unforgettable setting," Tides of Annihilation promises to deliver a unique gaming experience.
Set in a modern-day London ravaged by mystical otherworldly forces, players take on the role of Gwendolyn, exploring the city's iconic landmarks. The gameplay involves calling in spectral Knights of the Round Table to aid in combat against enemies inspired by the Arthurian mythos, as well as battling colossal bosses that dwarf skyscrapers.
Eclipse Glow Games, based in Chengdu, China, and backed by Tencent's investment, comprises over 100 developers with experience from renowned franchises such as Yakuza, For Honor, Assassin’s Creed, Persona, and Prince of Persia. "Debuting Tides of Annihilation at Sony State of Play is an incredible, humbling accomplishment for the Eclipse Glow development team," said Kun Fu, Lead Game Producer at Eclipse Glow Games. He further emphasized that this is just the beginning, highlighting the game's reimagined Arthurian legend that intertwines themes of courage, loyalty, and heroism within an epic story set in a familiar yet strange environment.
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Here’s the official description:
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 set to launch on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X and S, though a specific release date has yet to be announced. For more details on upcoming PlayStation 5 titles, be sure to check out IGN's comprehensive coverage of everything announced at State of Play 2025.
