Tides of Annihilation unveils 11-minute combat trailer

Following its global reveal at the latest State of Play, Tides of Annihilation has released an extended gameplay trailer showcasing more of its high-octane action. Here's what we know about this upcoming title.

Tides Of Annihilation Trailer Reveals Fluid Combat

An Apocalyptic Vision Of London

First unveiled during PlayStation's recent State of Play, the hack-and-slash action-adventure game Tides of Annihilation has generated significant buzz with its newly released extended gameplay trailer.

The footage showcases protagonist Gwendolyn and her shape-shifting sword companion, Niniane, navigating the ruins of a devastated alternate London following an Outworld invasion. As they traverse the crumbling cityscape, hostile forces obstruct their path. The trailer reveals Gwendolyn's unique ability to summon over ten spectral knights inspired by Arthurian legend.

After overcoming waves of enemies, the pair venture through a magical portal before confronting Mordred in an intense boss battle that highlights the game's dynamic combat system, complete with atmospheric choral accompaniment.

Game producer Kun Fu explains on PlayStation.Blog: "We've created intuitive co-op combat within a single-player experience." Players can summon two spectral knights with distinct roles simultaneously, requiring strategic adaptation to different combat scenarios. "The synergy between Gwendolyn and the knights delivers fast-paced, engaging gameplay that our experienced development team found irresistible during testing."

Inspired By Hack-and-Slash Classics

The trailer has drawn comparisons to genre-defining titles like Devil May Cry and Bayonetta, while fans also note similarities to Elden Ring, NieR: Automata, Stellar Blade, and Final Fantasy XVI. Viewers have praised the game's art direction, fluid combat, and overall potential, with many declaring their intent to purchase at launch.

Developed by Chengdu-based Eclipse Glow Games, Tides of Annihilation blends Arthurian mythology with an apocalyptic modern-day London setting. Players assume the role of survivor Gwendolyn in this studio debut title. While no specific release date has been confirmed, the game is planned for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S platforms.